Sheds, also called garden sheds, are no longer simply storage spaces devoid of style. 100% customizable, they now look modern and are much stronger than in the past. Here are some tips for choosing the shed that will meet your aesthetic and practical needs.
A custom garden shed
There are several things that come into play when it comes to choosing a garden shed. The following tips will help you target your needs:
Determine the desired storage capacity: do you have a lot of things to store in your shed? Think about what you have now and what you will acquire in the future. If the family is growing, you will need more space to store bicycles, outdoor items, sports equipment, etc. A larger shed or one with a cathedral roof (and which has high shelves to optimize storage space) will then be recommended. You can Visit here for the best results.
Choose according to the available space is your land very large or small?
Do you need a shed that won’t take up too much of your backyard space? Some corner sheds, having an octagonal shape and a cathedral roof, are ideal for limited spaces while having a very good storage capacity.
Target the intended use: do you want to make a specific use of your garden shed, such as storing one or more motorcycles, or even an all-terrain vehicle? This is possible thanks to certain models of customizable sheds, which have a garage door and a ramp. If you need to store a lot of tires or large items, high shelves would be ideal.
Determine your budget: if you do not want to pay an exorbitant price for your shed, it is possible while having an excellent quality of materials and a very good storage capacity.
Choose your style: your garden shed must appeal to you aesthetically, since it will be an integral part of your backyard. It is possible to have a custom-built shed built that will match the architectural style of your home and have different characteristics of your choice. You can decide on the color of the exterior siding and shingles, the style of the windows and door (or doors), and you can even add shutters, awnings and flower boxes!
Bet on strength and efficiency: by pouring a concrete floor on the site of your future shed, you ensure that it will not get bogged down and will be protected from insects and small animals. Rainwater and soil moisture will not rot the walls, while gutters will keep rain away from the foundation.
Installed in less than 2 hours
Your custom garden shed will be manufactured in the workshop and mounted directly on your land in less than 2 hours. You can then benefit from all the storage space you have always dreamed of.
Which shelter to choose: wood, resin or metal?
The wooden garden sheds are fully convertible. You can attach as many shelves as you want to it, place racks, hooks for hanging tools, etc. Wooden shelters, on the other hand, need regular maintenance. Except if they are treated in an autoclave during their realization, it is necessary to treat them before assembly and then approximately every 2 years so that the wood retains its properties and its aesthetics, and that there are no moisture problems. Depending on the cover chosen for your roof, it will also be useful to replace it if its waterproofing becomes less effective. Maintained properly, a wooden garden shed is very durable. To help you, follow our buying guide to choose your wooden garden shed.