CasaNova

The thermarium comes with a 6 kW sauna heater, corner lights, comfortable loungers, hourglass, thermometer and a complete infusion packet comprising a bucket, scoop, two sauna towels and infusion concentrates. The sauna module is constructed from high-quality, Scandinavian spruce.

These are untreated, 3-layer panels. 

The sealant can also be applied retrospectively under the floor frame profile. You merely have to note the following points. 

• Firstly, ceiling supports have to be put underneath all the roof girders, to prevent sagging and maintain appropriate tension. 

• Then a jack is used to lift the floor frame profile, one side at a time, and the sealant is applied in the intended position. 

• Please ensure that the drain holes are kept clear. 

A pair of support rails can withstand up to 150 kg. The weight should be spread over the shelves as evenly as possible. 

Because we prefabricate and adapt the profiles, it is not possible – once the configuration you order has been confirmed – to modify the doors or reposition them afterwards. 

We recommend leaving a clearance of at least 70 cm on all sides. Please also note the roof overhang of 15 cm on all sides.

Side installation is also feasible for an additional charge.

In addition to this, you can also insulate the roof and under the flooring with 2-3 cm XPS foam boards. Get the XPS boards from your local builders' merchants.

The roof supports differ purely in terms of appearance. The grey-white (interior colour of the wall components) roof supports make the interior cosier and more homely.

An appropriate power cable should be considered when laying the foundation. If this is not done and a line has to be retrofitted, either the floor frame or a wall panel will have to be drilled in order to bring the cable into the shed or outbuilding. Please note that this will invalidate the guarantee.

You can filter for show models near you in our dealer search.

Given the size of the outbuilding, please check local building regulations prior to purchase. Planning permission or a building permit is required in some areas. Returns due to planning permission or a building permit not being granted will not be accepted by Biohort. In the next step, we recommend that you construct an entirely level concrete slab for your CasaNova Outbuilding. We have provided the necessary sketches for you in the download area.

No, the CasaNova is available only in the nine sizes offered.

The sauna module measures 2 x 2 metres and is therefore not suitable for outbuildings measuring 3 x 2 and 4 x 2 metres. The sauna module can also be retrofitted. Electricity: 230 V and 400 V. The cable conduit should already be taken into consideration when designing the foundation. A professional concrete foundation incl. vapour barrier will prevent any moisture from entering the building. The floor must be level, horizontal and easy to clean. The wiring diagram, operating instructions, installation instructions and dimensions can be found in our download area.

Please comply with the guarantee terms and conditions as well as the requirements of the sauna manufacturer.

Regular ventilation and fully opening the doors/windows after a sauna will prevent condensation and excessive humidity (> 80% r.h.) Regular ventilation is required to prevent excessively high temperatures (> +40°C) inside the CasaNova. A frost-proof environment (not below 0°C) should be guaranteed by indirect heating during the winter months. You may even consider (electric and timed) underfloor heating.

The roof of the CasaNova outbuilding must be weighted down immediately after installation, to extend the service life of the EPDM membrane. This weighting down ensures that the EPDM membrane does not crease when exposed to sunlight, and thus prevents potential tearing and general water drainage problems.  

The roof can be weighed down by greening, round gravel or terrace tiles on gravel. More information can be found here! 

Disposal of the packaging is not included in the price. The customer is responsible for disposing of the packaging.

The cut-outs are 68 mm in diameter. Only use spotlights that are suitable for outdoor use!

Basically, we endeavour to deliver the CasaNova within 6 weeks from receipt of order. The delivery time may increase due to seasonal supply bottlenecks. Please refer to our website for current delivery times. 

For direct delivery ("free kerbside"), we must have a e-mail address & phone and/or mobile number we can use to contact you during the day. The shipping company will arrange the delivery time with you. 

The outbuilding is packed in particularly robust crates to protect it from damage during transport. The product is always delivered in one upright crate (for doors and panels) and two horizontal crates (blank and coated profiles). The wooden panels for the roof are also delivered on a disposable pallet. If a sectional overhead garage door is selected as an option, then this will also be delivered on an additional pallet. The accessories (e.g. floor frame, floor panel, window, BikeMax, etc.) do not increase the number of pallets. These are packed together in the crates and only increase the weight of the transport unit in question.

Customers can basically choose either a right or left door hinge as well as the position of the doors in the CasaNova. One door always replaces an entire side wall panel of the outbuilding. Both the standard door and the additional door can be installed in all four sides. A double-hinge door can also be positioned on any of the four sides (except in the 3 x 2, 4 x 2 models). However, please note that additional special parts are required for installation on sides measuring 4, 5 and 6 m due to static reasons. A small surcharge will therefore be payable. Our product configurator allows customers to easily test out various door positions.

No, free kerbside delivery is available in Austria, Germany, Belgium, Denmark, Netherlands, France and Luxembourg. We can deliver to the dealer warehouse in all other European countries. For deliveries in Switzerland, please contact our general importer, Neogard.

In principle, roof-top greenery is feasible because of the UV and root-resistant EPDM membrane. The distances between the EPDM membrane and the clamping profile (upper edge of the parapet) are listed below depending on the size of the outbuilding:

• 3 x 2, 4 x 2: Back approx. 90 mm, Front approx. 76 mm
• 3 x 3: Back approx. 90 mm, Front approx. 68 mm
• 3 x 4, 4 x 4: Back approx. 90 mm, Front approx. 60 mm
• 3 x 5, 4 x 5: Back approx. 90 mm, Front approx. 52 mm
• 3 x 6, 4 x 6: Back approx. 90 mm, Front approx. 44 mm

Please consult a specialist about your individual roof-top greenery design in advance. The maximum roof load per m² is 215 kg.

More information is available here.

This will depend on a number of factors:

• Skill of persons assembling the outbuilding
• Weather conditions (never assemble in windy conditions)
• Available space
• Accessories ordered
• Type of foundation selected

The following timings are based on customer feedback (this does not include the assembly of accessories):

At least two people are required to assemble the CasaNova.
 

Switches and sockets can be easily fitted using the electrical mounting panel, which is available as an accessory. The electrical mounting panel can also be ordered with a grey-white coating to match the interior panelling. The power supply should be taken into consideration when establishing the foundation.

Local building regulations can differ considerably from region to region. These often vary depending on the planned area. Please check with your local authority if a building permit or planning permission is required before purchasing the outbuilding.

We will provide a building plan with detailed dimensions and static calculations based on CasaNova EN standards that apply across the European Union. You can download the static calculations from our website.
A plan of the standard building (with one door leaf) is provided in the assembly manual. You can request a detailed plan from us, if required. This will be customised for you (according to size, door/window positions, etc.).

The roof of the CasaNova is designed to withstand a max. load of 215 kg/m². Please take the additional weight of roof-top greenery into account. Roof avalanches can cause damage to the roof.

The 360° acrylic glass skylight provides sufficient light from all sides in the CasaNova. The acrylic glass can be opened on two sides for ventilation.
ATTENTION: This sliding function is not included in the double version of the acrylic glass skylight, which is available as an option. 

With CasaNova outbuildings, we recommend regular intermittent ventilation to control the moisture content. 

The folding table is hooked into two support rails which, in turn, are attached to the side roof supports. The distance between the two roof supports is 100 cm. However, the distance from a corner upright to a roof support is only 93 cm. As only two corner uprights and one roof support are installed on each side in the 3 x 2 / 4 x 2 models, it is unfortunately not possible to fit a folding table here. Please note that a corner folding table cannot be installed in any of the other models either.

The drive can only be installed for the 3 x 4 and larger models due to the length of the running rails for the electric motor.

Please note that an additional door must always be fitted to outbuildings with an electric drive to allow access to the CasaNova in the event of power outage.

The BikeMax is mounted on the head and floor profile (between the support rails).

In each case there would be a space of approx. 1 m between each bike. In theory, more than one BikeMax can also be mounted between two roof supports, as the height of the BikeMax can be adjusted in 11 different positions.

The door opening angle on a double door is 120° as standard. This can vary up to a max. of 135° because of the three-hole positioning of the gas spring.

You can order spare parts directly from our customer service department at kundenservice@biohort.at.

Please state the product type, purchase date, your address and the spare part you need. You can download the parts list for your product to view the spare parts here.

Price information is available from our specialist dealers or via our online shop.

You can find out the retail prices of our products from our numerous retail partners or in our Biohort online shop.

Goods are delivered in Switzerland exclusively via our general importer, Neogard.

You can purchase Biohort products from our online shop or our dealers – see dealers in your area. 

You can filter for show models near you in our dealer search.

You can find the guideline assembly prices here. The assembly flat rate fee for all sizes can be found with the accessories for the product in question in our online shop. Select the desired product size and add it to the basket. The assembly terms and conditions for any assembly appointment booked in our online shop can be found here. Any additional services (e.g. disposal of the packaging, sealing of the foundation) can be agreed directly with the installer.

Biohort has certified independent Assembly Partners. You can find the Assembly Partner covering your area here. You can contact them directly or (for Austria and Germany) book the assembly appointment in our online shop.

• Travelling to and from the assembly site
• The transport of the packaged product to the assembly site (maximum 20 metres).
• Assembly of the Biohort product incl. accessories (excluding SmartBase^PLUS foundation and side canopies) from the top edge of a completed, level foundation.
• Storm-proof anchoring depending on the product and the surface.

See our assembly terms and conditions for further info.

The assembly service can also be booked in the online shop for Austria and Germany. The assembly flat rate fee is listed as an accessory for the respective product. Choose the relevant product size and add the assembly flat rate fee to the basket.

See our assembly terms and conditions for further info.

The appointed installer will get in touch with you within three working days of the order being placed to arrange an assembly date. We guarantee an assembly date within six weeks from confirmation of your order. The courier commissioned by us will deliver the goods to your home, free kerbside, approximately one week before the scheduled assembly date.

See our assembly terms and conditions for further information.

You can also contact the Biohort Assembly Partner covering your area directly and book the assembly appointment. In this instance, you will pay the installer directly for the service provided.

Biohort products are delivered in individual parts in sturdy corrugated cardboard boxes for self-assembly. Only the LeisureTime Box 130/160 can be ordered in the Biohort online shop ready-assembled for destinations in Austria and Germany!

"Delivery free of charge" comprises the single transport from our factory to the delivery address supplied (mainland only), last kerbside, provided that the road is passable for a 38-tonne lorry. You agree on a delivery week when placing your order. You will receive telephone notification from our shipping company approximately 2-3 days before the actual delivery to inform you of the exact delivery date. Please ensure that, when placing your order, you provide your e-mail address & telephone number we can use to contact you during the day. Please ensure that you leave enough room for the delivery, depending on the size of product ordered.

Please inform us of planned holidays, business trips or similar at the same time as placing your order. If you cannot accept delivery at short notice, please contact us immediately on +43 (0) 7282 77 88-0. 

Please note the following points for correct goods acceptance. 

• Check against the included delivery note that you have the right number of packages and that the colour and size are correct, as well as checking each box for obvious transport damage. If you notice any irregularities, be sure to note them on the carrier's delivery receipt, or in the digital signature field ("goods damaged", "damaged", "box missing"). 

• The driver must give you sufficient time to do this and must confirm the complaint with a signature (incl. lorry registration number). 

• Please also accept damaged packages!  
  After examining the facts, we will replace the damaged parts free of charge and deliver them without delay. 

• Please report any irregularities during goods acceptance within three working days, by sending us an email with photos to our customer service team at kundenservice@biohort.at. 

A delivery date can only be agreed for deliveries by a shipping company. If your product is being delivered by a shipping company, you will be contacted by the latter as soon as your goods arrive at the delivery warehouse. You must schedule the delivery on one of the two following working days. The product will then be delivered during the day.

Yes, however, a freight surcharge may apply for island deliveries. Please check this with office@biohort.at.

We deliver the goods you order directly to the delivery address of your choice. The goods are delivered with parcel services or a shipping company, depending on weight or size. If the item is delivered by parcel services (LeisureTime Box 100/130, Parcel Box or small accessory), there is NO prior notification of delivery. 
If your product is being delivered by a shipping company, you will be contacted by the latter as soon as your goods arrive at the delivery warehouse. You must schedule the delivery on one of the two following working days.  

Delivery is "free kerbside", which means that the recipient is responsible for moving the goods onto their property (into the garden, for example).  The transport packaging (including any wooden crates) is retained by the recipient and will not be taken back by the shipping company, except for Euro pallets that must be returned. For delivery by a shipping company ("free kerbside"), please provide your e-mail address & telephone number we can use to contact you during the day. 
Please note that the following conditions must be met for delivery by a shipping company: 

• Minimum road width: 3 metres 

• Vertical clearance: 4 metres 

• Road accessible for 38-tonne lorry

• Turning room must be available 

You can agree a fixed delivery week (calendar week). Please let us know when you place your order. However, please note that there must be at least 6 weeks between placing the order and delivery.

A foundation must be erected for the Garden Sheds, Equipment Locker and the MiniGarage. Please refer to our foundation tips.

A level, solid hard surface is required for the WoodStock, StoreMax and HighBoard products as well as for the Romeo Patio Locker. These products must be anchored to this hard surface with the screws and dowels supplied.

The outdoor boxes (LeisureTime Box and LoungeBox) must also be installed on a level, solid surface. These products do not need to be secured to the ground.

The Raised Vegetable Bed, Belvedere Planting Bed, DaVinci and MonAmi Composter can be installed on all level surfaces.

The various foundation options are described in detail in our foundation tips.

No specific specialist skills are required for assembly. A detailed assembly manual is supplied with our products. You can download the assembly manual in advance from our website.

Biohort products are Faraday cages, meaning that lightning protection is not required. The Faraday cage is an enclosure comprising an electrical conductor (e.g. wire mesh or sheet metal) that is closed on all sides and acts as an electrical shield. In the event of external static or quasi-static electrical fields, the inner section remains unaffected because of the shield effect.

Safety advice for each product can be found on the opening pages of the assembly manual.

Basically: 
Keep all small parts or packaging materials supplied away from small children during assembly. Some components have sharp edges or protrude. This should be borne in mind when assembling the product and during daily use. Gloves are included and can be used if necessary.  

Note that relatively high temperatures may develop in the garden shed (heat generation similar to that in a car). Find out the storage conditions for the products stored in the garden shed from the respective manufacturers.    

BikeLift: 
The aluminium rail must be examined before use to check that it is dry.  
Other people should also be prevented from standing in the danger area when you are using it. Children may only use the BikeLift under adult supervision.

The roof of the garden sheds is designed to withstand a max. snow load of 150 kg/m² (CasaNova 215 kg/m²). However, roof avalanches can cause damage to the roof.

The Biohort storage solutions are all lockable and are therefore classed as "lockable containers" for insurance purposes. The Panorama, HighLine, AvantGarde and Neo Garden Sheds as well as the CasaNova Outbuilding are the most secure against burglary.

What is classed as burglary?
A burglary is theft accompanied by break-in. This occurs when the perpetrator gains access to insured premises by using force, tools, unlawfully produced keys or keys previously taken from another insured premises by burglary or robbery in order to steal insured items. A burglary also occurs if the perpetrator enters or creeps into insured premises by overcoming difficult obstacles or gains entry through openings not intended for access. Finally, entry into locked containers and the theft of items contained therein also constitutes burglary.

Our correctly assembled and properly anchored garden sheds are successfully tested in a wind tunnel at wind speeds of up to 150 km/h.  

Please make sure that they are properly anchored to the ground. Biohort cannot accept any liability for damage caused by insufficiently secured products, or lids/doors that are not locked. 

Biohort products need very little care due to the high-quality materials used and careful workmanship. Simply lubricate the lock and hinges every year and regularly clean the StoreMax sliding rails or treat them with silicone spray. In the event of soiling due to weather and environmental conditions, clean using just water and the Biohort CleanLine Universal Cleaner. A high-pressure cleaner can also be used (maintain a distance of at least 10 cm between the lance and the lacquer. Do not use a steam cleaner. Max. pressure approximately 80 bar). To preserve the lacquer surface, we recommend Biohort CleanLine Preservation, which provides the lacquer surface with optimum protection against weather and environmental conditions. 

The gutter should be cleaned several times a year, to ensure optimum drainage. If the gutter is blocked, it may overflow. No liability can be accepted for any resultant damage.  

IMPORTANT: Sea air/ambient air containing salt water and/or salt, aggressive and abrasive cleaning agents, road salt, fertilisers, fresh concrete, screed materials and other chemical substances (never store this type of product in the open) can attack the lacquer and zinc surface, thereby leading to corrosion. Warranty claims are no longer valid in such cases. 

Biohort products can withstand the following surface loads when applied evenly:

Highline, Panorama, AvantGarde, Neo and Europa Garden Sheds, MiniGarage, Woodstock and Equipment Locker: 150 kg/m²
CasaNova: 215 kg/m²
StoreMax: 100 kg/m²
HighBoard, LoungeBox, LeisureTime Box, Romeo, Alex: 30 kg

Biohort colours do not correspond to any RAL number but some of them share similar features to RAL numbers. We recommend that you view the original colour samples at our dealers. If you wish, you can also request a colour sample chart from Biohort.

Biohort products are not designed to house animals.

The products can be installed on a roof terrace if building regulations are met.

IMPORTANT:Ensure that products are anchored securely in case of stormy weather (fixing material supplied). Biohort cannot accept any liability for damage caused by insufficiently secured products.

Biohort products are rainwater-proof.

Passive ventilation is provided for in our Biohort products, except for the CasaNova Outbuilding. In this case, the acrylic glass panel can be opened on two sides for ventilation purposes. ATTENTION: This sliding function is not included in the double version of the acrylic glass skylight, which is available as an option.

Biohort uses only the best material for all its products. Biohort products are made from high-quality, galvanised, polyamide enamel coated steel from Austria and Germany. Premium car manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW or Audi have relied on the high quality of these renowned steel producers for years. This is the reason why we can offer our customers a 20-year guarantee against corrosion with a clear conscience. Individual components are made from aluminium.

The external, internal and foundation dimensions can be found either in the last few pages of the Biohort brochure (technical details) or online. To view this data, click on the desired product on the Biohort website and then go to technical details. You can also download the respective submission plan and foundation plan.

ATTENTION: The exterior dimensions always include the roof overhang and the height shown is the highest point of the product.

All accessories fitted inside the garden sheds or boxes can easily be retrofitted.

During the winter, it can generally be assumed that the temperature inside the product will equate to the outside temperature as there is no insulation.

Biohort products can heat up on exposure to prolonged sunlight in the same way as cars. Regular ventilation is required in this respect in order to regulate the temperature.

Biohort products do not emit any sounds on exposure to cold and heat as the steel plate has a very low material expansion coefficient (considerably lower than aluminium, plastic or concrete, etc.).

The LED light is attached using a magnetic strip.

On all magnetic elements inside the garden shed (e.g. on the roof beams).

Please prepare the power supply when creating the foundation. Alternatively, a cable can be run through the corner joint of the floor frame and moved to the desired position between the panel and the top profile. 

Yes, retrofitting is possible here. The Privacy Screen and Trellis can be ordered directly from our online shop, or from one of our retail partners.  

There is a risk of tipping over in storms and strong winds, so professional anchoring is necessary. To allow anchoring, mounting brackets are supplied with the connecting or end uprights.

No, these two items are not compatible with the DaVinci.

Yes you can. Please complete the spare part request form on our website. Our customer service will contact you as soon as possible and prepare a quote, as necessary.

Biohort uses only the best materials for all its products. Biohort products are made from high-quality, galvanised, polyamide enamel coated steel from Austria and Germany. Premium car manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW or Audi have relied on the high quality of these renowned steel producers for years. This is the reason why we can offer our customers a 20-year guarantee against corrosion with a clear conscience. Individual components are made from aluminium.

No support rails are required to assemble the shelves in the Neo garden shed. The shelves are attached to the side wall suspension devices. This is also possible if interior panelling and insulation are used. 

The insulation and the gap between the electric assembly panel and the side wall are both 40 mm wide. To use the electric assembly panel, there must either be no insulation here, or the cable runs must be cut out.

With the Neo garden shed, you can decide during assembly whether to attach the outlets for roof drainage on both sides at the front or back. The structure is then modified accordingly, so that there is a slope towards the outlets. The supplied rainwater downpipes are then fitted at these outlets.  

The hose connection option is not available with this garden shed. If you want to direct the water further away, you could attach a Polo-kal pipe (PVC pipe, 5 cm in diameter) to the end of the outlet elbow.  

The dimensions of the rainwater downpipe outlet elbow are 4.4 x 4.4 cm.

The intermediate floor is included among the items supplied for DaVinci. The planter insert is available as an optional accessory.  

The side canopy can only be attached to the side with the integrated gutter. This means that no more than one side canopy can be fitted on the left and on the right.
It is not technically possible to install a side canopy from other shed sizes, so you must always order the size of side canopy that corresponds to the garden shed.  

Since 2022, a narrow side canopy for each size of garden shed has also been available to all those who prefer a smaller version of the extension: 

S: 414 cm 
L: 548 cm 

The BikeLift can be used for various wheel types, including e-bikes. But please note the following dimensions:

Max. tyre width: 77 mm 
Max. front tyre diameter: 74 cm (29") 
Max. weight: 30 kg 

The end of the back mudguard or luggage carrier should not protrude beyond the tyre:

The BikeLift can be mounted on a covered building wall (brickwork, concrete, wood) in just a few easy steps, or installed with a suspension rail in a Biohort garden shed. Enough space must be allowed when using the swivel mount.  

Let us know which variant you require when you order!  

*Europa garden shed: 
Please make sure that you fit the BikeLift at the highest point in the Europa garden shed (centrally on the back wall). If you want to attach several BikeLifts, please note that the size and length of the bicycles must not exceed the lowest interior clearance height, less 15 cm (for safety).  

A padlock (with a combination lock) is among the items supplied. The holes for attaching it are already pre-drilled. For safety reasons, this must be attached if the BikeLift is not being used.

If there is no bicycle hooked into the BikeLift, it must be locked at the bottom with the padlock. This stops the carriage suddenly moving upwards if unintentionally activated. Attention: Risk of injury!

Basically yes, but please ensure that the rear tyre of each bicycle is always on the ground.

Our 20-year guarantee offers protection against corrosion of metal parts and for defective or unusable parts. The following are not covered by the guarantee: transport damage (the shipping company is liable for this damage), damage due to faulty foundations and/or aggressive environmental conditions (due to chlorine, salt, acid, etc.,) and indirect or consequential damage. Only the statutory 24-month warranty period applies for wear, moving parts, colour changes, and electrical, plastic and rubber parts. Details of our guarantee conditions can be found here.

Please contact the relevant authority for more information. The garden shed assembly manual also includes a "submission plan" for official purposes. You can of course download our standard submission plan from our website.

Biohort products are available in the colours specified. Special paint finishes are not available due to serial production.

Please note that independent recolouring/repainting the products will invalidate the manufacturer's warranty.

Biohort products are made from high-quality steel plate and aluminium, and are therefore 99% recyclable.

Replacement keys for the stainless steel door handle with standard cylinder lock (CasaNova, Neo, Panorama, HighLine, AvantGarde from the 2016 model onwards) can be ordered from a locksmith on presentation of the original key. Please therefore keep one of the three keys supplied in a safe place. If a key is no longer held in stock, the integrated cylinder must be drilled.

Keys for the T-handle cylinder lock or T-bar cylinder lock (Europa Garden Shed, Equipment Locker, Romeo Patio Locker, MiniGarage, WoodStock, StoreMax, HighBoard, LoungeBox, LeisureTime Box, Alex) can be reordered through the company Carney in Germany. The lock number (engraved on the lock) must be stated.

Carney can be contacted at:

CARNEY GmbH
Westerwaldstr. 96
57299 Burbach | Germany
Tel. +49 2736 3562
info@carney-gmbh.com
www.carney-gmbh.com

You can buy accessories directly from our online shop.

Please complete our complaints form on our website. Our customer service will then get in touch with you.  

To be able to process the complaint properly, we need the following data: 

• Biohort order number (A-xxxxxxx) or a copy of the invoice

• informative photos

• part designation based on the parts list or assembly manual 

We ask you not to install damaged parts without clarification.