Going to Buy a Garden Shed? Read these 9 tips

Gardening is a popular hobby, and one of the most important tools you will use is your garden shed. It is the perfect place to store all your gardening tools.

If you are thinking about buying one, it is worth considering what things to look for when buying garden sheds from Wholesales Direct. Here are five tips:

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   Size

Make sure you choose a size that is going to be big enough to take everything you need. Garden sheds come in a wide variety of sizes, so it should be relatively easy to find something that fits your needs perfectly.

2. Materials

The materials used for the shed have a huge impact on the overall quality and durability of the product. The last thing you want is for your new garden shed to fall apart as soon as possible! Make sure you choose a high-quality material such as wood, steel, or plastic.

3. Windows

Extra windows can help with ventilation and make the shed more suitable for the storage of certain items, such as fertilizer or chemical products. However, if you don’t need any extra windows, avoid them as they can increase the price and make it harder to quickly and easily put up a shed.

4. Quality

A good quality garden shed should be made from treated timber which is available on Colonial Barns. This is because untreated softwood will rot, chip, or crack much quicker than other types of wood. You can get a shed made from softwood if you wish, though, as long as it’s been pressure treated, it lasts longer. It’s also wise to consider how a garden shed is going to be built before you buy one. Sheds with panels that overlap each other are more secure than ones with butt joints between them, and there will be fewer gaps for water and vermin to enter through if panels overlap too.

5. Sheds are not mobile homes

Some people may think that sheds are mobile homes on wheels, but nothing could be further from the truth. A shed is designed to allow you to store items outside your home, and it’s not meant to be moved from one location to another. Sheds are typically too large to move easily. Installing a shed might take several hours or even days, depending on the size of the shed and the installation process involved.

6. Construction

You can choose from different types of constructions depending on the purpose for which you are using the shed. If it is for storage, look for a material that will not be affected by humidity or moisture. A good-quality wooden cabin-style garden shed will be ideal for storing tools, lawnmowers, bikes, etc. If it is used as an office, it should be made out of material that won’t be affected by sunlight or moisture.

7. Enough space for all of your tools

You will need to measure all of your gardening tools so that you can ensure that they will fit into the shed. If there isn’t enough room, then you will have to get rid of some of them. Otherwise, you can have them stored away in the shed with easy access every time you need them.

8. Consider style

There are three basic styles of garden sheds: wooden, metal, and plastic. Each has its own look, which can match or clash with the existing structure in your yard. Wooden sheds tend to be traditional in appearance; metal is more industrial; plastic can bring a contemporary feel to your space.

9. Consider the design

Garden sheds come in different designs – from traditional wooden sheds to modern metal sheds. Your choice is dependent on your needs and the look you want to achieve in your garden. For example, wooden sheds are more attractive than metal ones, but they require more maintenance and are less durable than many of the metal models available today.

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