With so many people owning sheds in the UK you think the general public would know what type of shed they are after. However even though 20% of households own a shed this is not the case. Many buyers do not know what type of materials or features they require in their garden shed. Before even browsing for your garden shed you need to indentify what you will be using it for. This can range from keeping garden supplier, lawn mower storage, DIY work area, sports equipment etc. For example if you where going to be storing power tools it would be advised to get a key lock door and or a door which can be locked with a padlock. Obviously your budget will be large factor when purchasing as various different materials will generally result in a different price tag. Each type of shed has its positives and negatives see below for our recommendations.
Wooden Sheds
The wooden shed is the most popular of the small garden sheds. Whether is be due to the price and or the natural look of the final product. If you are looking for a affordable solution the ‘overlap’ clad model is good solution however if your budget permits it the ‘tongue and groove’ models are a superior product that are sure to last.
Metal Sheds
With the improvement of anti rust treatments the metal shed is now popular than ever. Anyone who has suffered from wood rot sees the metal shed as the most particle solution. With different gauge metals available the metal shed can be the perfect security options for your storage requirements.
Plastic Sheds
For the smaller garden or property the plastic shed can be the perfect solution. The plastic shed is virtual maintenance free and made out of durable PVC. Due to the nature of the product they are limited in size. They have become one of the more popular storage units for holiday homes and caravan parks.