The Quaker barn may not be Aussie grown, but it's been loved for generations of Australian families. And there's good reason.
With it's striking roof lines and roof height, the Quaker barn is the ultimate for those looking for space and utilisation. Couple with barn windows, the right access doors, a mezzanine floor and stairs, insulation and so much more, to ensure you can make the most of your Quaker barn and all that it offers.
The perfect partnership between romantic design and practicality.
Let's get started and check out what's possible.
Choose your Profile
Stramit® Corrugated roof and wall cladding
- An all-time classic roof and wall profile, upgraded with modern materials and finishings
- A cost effective option to clad any Quaker barn
- Lightweight, easy to handle and simple to install.
Stramit Monoclad® roof and wall cladding
- An ideal balance of water-carrying capability, wind-strength and easy fastening
- Stramit Monoclad® is simple to install and is a great option for any Quaker barn.
Stramit Longspan® roof and wall cladding
- Stramit Longspan® cladding is one of our most architecturally versatile options
- Add aesthetic appeal at an economical cost
- Stramit Longspan® uses variable fixing screw patterns for increased design flexibility.
Stramit K-Panel® wall sheeting
- Stramit K-Panel® is a wide-covering sheeting that's perfect for smaller Quaker barns
- Lets you use smaller flashing, with a lower profile than our other wall cladding options
- Simple option that’s quick to install.
Stramit Monopanel® wall cladding
- Stramit Monopanel® can enhance the appearance of any Quaker barn with its strong lines
- Give your Quaker barn a polished finish with Monopanel® cladding’s concealed fixing
- Monopanel® wall cladding is not available in Queensland, Northern Territory or Western Australia.
Stramit® C-Clad 280 wall sheeting
- Features traditional lines and concealed fixing to enhance any house or shed
- Easy to install
- Low profile allows for smaller flashing and easy cleaning
- Suitable for horizontal or vertical applications
Stramit SharpLine® architectural wall cladding
- Stramit SharpLine® cuts a visually dynamic and cohesive building profile
- Ideal for Quaker barn owners who genuinely value aesthetics and architecture
Choose your Colour
The large range of COLORBOND® steel range of designer colours offers a classic and contemporary palette to enhance the beauty of every build.
COLORBOND® steel
Southerly®
COLORBOND® steel
Bluegum®
COLORBOND® steel
Night Sky®
COLORBOND® steel
Surfmist®
COLORBOND® steel
Shale Grey™
COLORBOND® steel
Evening Haze®
COLORBOND® steel
Dune®
COLORBOND® steel
Woodland Grey®
COLORBOND® steel
Monument®
COLORBOND® steel
Gully™
COLORBOND® steel
Jasper®
COLORBOND® steel
Wallaby®
COLORBOND® steel
Ironstone®
COLORBOND® steel
Deep Ocean®
COLORBOND® steel
Windspray®
COLORBOND® steel
Basalt®
COLORBOND® steel
Pale Eucalypt®
COLORBOND® steel
Cottage Green®
COLORBOND® steel
Manor Red®
COLORBOND® steel
Classic Cream™
COLORBOND® steel
Dover White™
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The COLORBOND® steel colour swatches displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
COLORBOND® steel and ® colour names are registered trademarks of BlueScope Steel Limited. ABN 16 000 011 058.
More weather protection for steel industrial buildings in coastal and industrial environments.
COLORBOND® Ultra steel
Shale Grey™
COLORBOND® Ultra steel
Monument®
COLORBOND® Ultra steel
Woodland Grey®
COLORBOND® Ultra steel
Surfmist®
COLORBOND® Ultra steel
Dune®
COLORBOND® Ultra steel
Wallaby®
COLORBOND® Ultra steel
Windspray®
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The COLORBOND® Ultra steel colour swatches displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
COLORBOND® Ultra steel and ® colour names are registered trademarks of BlueScope Steel Limited. ABN 16 000 011 058.
Create a softer, more subtle look with a true Matt finish.
COLORBOND® steel Matt
Bluegum®
COLORBOND® steel Matt
Monument®
COLORBOND® steel Matt
Basalt®
COLORBOND® steel Matt
Surfmist®
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The COLORBOND® steel Matt colour swatches displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
COLORBOND® steel Matt and ® colour names are registered trademarks of BlueScope Steel Limited. ABN 16 000 011 058.
Achieve the design edge you’re looking for with the UniCote® LUX world-first, innovative multi-paint method and stand out from the crowd.
UniCote® LUX finishes are only available in Stramit SharpLine® and Monopanel® cladding.
UniCote® LUX
Silver Quartz
UniCote® LUX
Zinc Graphite
UniCote® LUX
Pentagon
UniCote® LUX
Spectrum
UniCote® LUX
Weathered Iron
UniCote® LUX
Ashwood
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The UniCote® LUX images displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
UniCote® is a registered trademark of Colossal Management Pty Ltd.
Apply MagnaFlow® sheeting to your steel building projects for more durability and extra protection in corrosive environments.
MagnaFlow®
Off White
MagnaFlow®
Birch
MagnaFlow®
Armour Grey
MagnaFlow®
Slate Grey
MagnaFlow®
Monolith
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The MagnaFlow® colour swatches displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
MagnaFlow® is a registered trademark of Fletcher Building Holdings Limited.
SuperDura™ Stainless steel is design to provide performance in severe coastal and industrial environments.
SuperDura™ Stainless steel
Windspray®
SuperDura™ Stainless steel
Dune®
SuperDura™ Stainless steel
Deep Ocean®
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The SuperDura™ Stainless steel colour swatches displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
SupaDura™ Stainless steel and ® colour names are trademarks of BlueScope Steel Limited. ABN 16 000 011 058.
Choose your Doors
Taurean Commando Series
Taurean Commando Series
- A reliable and smooth-operating roller door that's perfect for rural Quaker barns
- Taurean Commando roller doors feature galvanised brackets for increased durability
- Customers can choose between COLORBOND® steel and ZINCALUME® steel roller doors.
These Taurean Door Systems roller doors are also offered with Merlin or Grifco automatic door openers.
Taurean Windstrong®
Taurean Windstrong®
- Taurean Windstrong® rollers are ideal for Quaker barns in high-wind areas
- The wide-access doors are perfect Quaker barns in rural or commercial settings
- Taurean Windstrong® roller doors have a built-in flexible strip to prevent leaves or debris from entering your Quaker barn.
These Taurean Door Systems roller doors are also offered with Merlin or Grifco automatic door openers.
Sliding access doors
Sliding access doors
- Open up an entire wall of your Quaker barn for total flexibility of use
- Increase the easy-access and air-flow to your Quaker barn
- We offer quality steel sliding doors designed for usability and strength.
Choose your Roof Pitch
Quaker Barn Roof
Quaker Barn Roof Pitch
- Create the iconic roof line, unique to Quaker barns using a mix of 11 and 22 degree roof sections
- A romantic barn roof line for those looking for something traditional, yet bold
- Check out our 'Extras' section to capitalise on the extra roof height, such as mezzanine floors and stairs.
Choose your Extras
Champion Stable Systems
- Choose from an interchangeable range of doors and accessories to completely customise your rural Quaker Barn
- Provide a safe and comfortable environment to house your horses or other animal
- Champion Stable Systems products include sliding and swinging stall doors, day yard doors, horse stall walls, wash bays and more.
Personal access doors
- Gain access to your Quaker barn quickly and easily, without opening the roller doors
- We can fit personal access doors to accommodate wheelchairs or smaller machinery
- Our access doors are available in 22 COLORBOND® steel options and COLORBOND® steel Matt.
Windows
- Brighten up your Quaker barn with shed-specific AMIA windows
- Expertly designed built-for-purpose windows will keep any Quaker barn weathertight
- They also feature a sleek aluminium trimming for a professional and clean finish.
Insulation
- Avoid overheating inside your Quaker barn with excellent heat-reflection performance and optional R rating
- We offer several Fletcher Insulation options to suit your Quaker barn
- Maintain a comfortable, relaxed temperature – no matter the outside heat.
Whirlybirds
- Swap warm, stale air for a steady, cool breeze
- Reduce the risk of condensation damaging your Quaker barn’s interior
- Whirlybirds are a quick and straightforward method of increasing the airflow through your Quaker barn.
Storage mezzanines
- Safely and securely store papers, tools or anything else within your Quaker barn
- Keep the floor of your Quaker barn free from clutter or mess
- Make full use out of the considerable roof space within your Quaker barn.
Stairs
- Safely and quickly access any mezzanine upstairs space, making your Quaker Barn more practical than ever.
- We can match your stairs to meet the dimensions of your Quaker barn’s requirements
- We build our stairs from either timber or – for increased support – steel.
Partitions
- Partitions let owners divide their Quaker barn in whatever way they choose - it could turn into a studio apartment with double garages or an alternative living arrangement.
- Quickly divide a large open space into more comfortable-sized rooms
- Perfect for creating feed rooms, tack rooms, workshops and more.
InfinitiLine® gutter
- The InfinitiLine® gutter is a new, innovative take on overflow protection
- Concealed slots quickly disperse excess water away from your barn’s interior during heavy rainfall events, while maintaining a sleek appearance
- InfinitiLine® gutters are only available in NSW and the ACT currently.
Other gutters
- Our gutters will help prevent rainfall from damaging your Quaker barn’s interior
- A range of sizes to suit regional rainfall requirements is available
- Available in a wide selection of styles and COLORBOND® steel options.
Skylight
- Let naturally uplifting sunlight into the interior of your Quaker barn
- Avoid wasting money on lighting or heating costs during the day
- Fibreglass and polycarbonate sheeting available
- Our polycarbonate sheet skylights are extra durable, made to last you many years.
Open bays
- Open up a section of wall in your Quaker barn to achieve an open bay look
- Open bays increase ventilation and accessibility to Quaker barns.
Fire-rated walls
- Protect your Quaker barn, animals and other valuables from fires in neighbouring buildings. (Fire-prone areas may need to comply with Bushfire Attack Level requirements. Customers should contact their local Fair Dinkum Builds outlet to order a barn that complies.)
- Protect your animals, feed, fuel, chemicals and equipment from the risk of fire.
- Superior fire resistance using Stramit’s Uniguard™ fire resisting boundary wall system.
30-year system warrenty
Our industry-leading system warranty offers you peace of mind and security. All Fair Dinkum Builds designs are engineered using our unique software solutions and backed by our technical expertise, meaning we'll guarantee they'll withstand wind conditions for 30 years.Compliant and safe design
Our products are engineered to the highest safety standards and therefore comply with all national, state and territory building code requirements.What are some popular Quaker barn design options?
Quaker Barn with Lean-To
Need extra outdoor coverage? A lean-to Quaker barn might be just what you're looking for. It boasts a handy sheltered spot, perfect for stashing gear, giving animals some shade or setting up an outdoor work zone. Simple, practical solution that makes the most of your space.
Quaker Barn with Verandah
Our Quaker barn with a verandah combines functionality with a touch of country charm. The verandah offers a cool outdoor space that is great for chill-out sessions, hosting friends, or keeping stuff protected from the weather. It looks good and has a practical purpose that our customers love.
Quaker Barn with Triple Roller Doors
If you're after easy access and massive storage capacity, check out the Quaker barn with triple roller doors. Three big roller doors mean no-fuss entry and exit, ideal for parking large items like cars, machines, or hefty equipment. This design keeps your barn roomy and reachable.
FAQs about building a Quaker barn
Do you need planning permission to build a Quaker barn?
Usually, you do. In Australia, if your barn or shed is bigger than 10m², you'll probably need a building permit. But rules can change depending on where you live, so it's a smart move to double-check with your local council.
What sizes do Quaker barns come in?
At Fair Dinkum Builds, we're all about giving you options. We've got standard sizes, sure, but we're totally open to working with you to craft a barn that's just the right fit for you. Please reach out to us to discuss custom-size options.
How much does it cost to build a Quaker barn?
The price tag for a Quaker barn can change a lot based on things like its size, what materials you're using, and any special features you want to add. If you want a quote that's spot-on for your specific needs and vision, don't hesitate to reach out to our team at Fair Dinkum Builds.
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Product range
Check out some examples of our Quaker Barn product options by browsing the image gallery below.
Looking for something extra to inspire? We can bring your idea to life – head over to our Inspiration page and explore just some of the possibilities with your new build.
Quaker barn with Verandah
7m x 9m x 2.7m barn with balcony, with COLORBOND® steel Paperbark® wall cladding and Deep Ocean® doors and trim
Quaker barn with triple roller door
6m x 9m x 3m with 3m lean-tos, with COLORBOND® steel Deep Ocean® walls and Mangrove® trim
Quaker barn weekender
6m x 12m x 2.4m barn with COLORBOND® steel Pale Eucalypt cladding, doors and trim
Quaker barn with triple roller door
9m x 12m x 2.4m, walls in COLORBOND® steel Deep Ocean® and doors & trim in Shale Grey™
Quaker barn with large roller door
Featuring Personal Access door and windows
Quaker barn with double roller doors
7.5m x 10.5m x 2.7m featuring COLORBOND® Manor Red® walls and Deep Ocean® doors & trim
Quaker barn with one roller door
7.5m x 7.4m x 3.2m barn. Wall cladding in COLORBOND® steel Classic Cream™ and doors & trim in Deep Ocean®
Quaker barn with side lean-to
Maximise your second story with the unique Quaker barn design
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