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Home / Summer Houses Traditional Summer Houses [desc] Enjoy a popular British classic with a traditional summer house. With apex roof designs and quaint verandas, these Waltons summer houses add elegance and style to your garden.[more] Whether you want a space to relax alone, or a place to entertain, these buildings can be a perfect addition to your garden. Our customer, Trace, from Ferryhill, said: "I waited over a year to order a summerhouse and I was not disappointed. It looks lovely and I am using it as my very own craft and reading room. Highly recommend Waltons, an excellent company and service to match" . If you're struggling to choose the best summer house for you, check out our guide to buying a summer house. [/desc] Traditional summer house questions How to insulate a summer house To insulate a summer house , first, make sure it’s in good condition, fix any rot or damage and make sure windows and doors fit correctly; fix any draughts. Apply insulation to the walls and inside of the roof, choosing from cheaper options like bubble wrap or foil-backed bubble wrap, or go for rock wool, sheep’s wool, or highly insulating materials like PIR boards – also called Kingspan or Celotex. Next, fit panel boards to lock in your insulation material. Choose from hardboard, plywood, plasterboard, or tongue and groove timber. Apply your preferred finish. How to furnish a summer house When furnishing a summer house , remember a garden building is subject to extremes of temperature and humidity, which can be particularly tough on fabrics. Think patio rugs made from ultradurable woven polypropylene; outdoor cushions designed to be water-resistant; source an old armchair and cover with throws which you can bring indoors or store away when not in use. For curtains and tablecloths, opt for waxed cloth or oilcloth, which resists mould and can easily wipe down. How to get wifi in a summer house Check the range of your current router and consider extending its reach by moving it nea