What to consider when choosing garden sheds?

Garden sheds can serve multiple purposes - from providing shelter from wind or sun during parties to storing tools. Find out what parameters to pay attention to when buying sheds for your garden!

Capacity and size

Garden sheds are available in various sizes - from a few square meters to sheds that are more than 10 meters wide and several meters long. To ensure that the garden shed is convenient to use:

• Make sure it has enough space in your garden;
• Calculate if there is enough space underneath for a table, chairs, and other garden furniture and accessories that you plan to place there.

Do not get carried away with buying a shed that is too large - if most of it will be empty, it will not be cozy to stay in, and it will take up a lot of space.

Walls and mosquito nets

The simplest sheds consist only of a frame and a roof, but if you want to be able to take shelter from the sun, rain, and wind, choose sheds with walls. Most walls are made of polyester, which is a lightweight material and resistant to UV rays, so they will not fade quickly. Windows are also incorporated into the walls to make the shed brighter even when the walls are down.

Unfortunately, in summer, not only unfavorable weather conditions can be bothersome, but also flies, mosquitoes, and other insects. To prevent them from bothering you under the shed, sheds with mosquito nets are also available.

Before purchasing a shed, read its specifications - it will indicate whether the specific model includes walls and/or a mosquito net. If not, don't worry - you can purchase these items separately for some sheds.

Use during rain and strong wind

Although it may seem that all sheds with a roof are suitable for taking shelter from the rain, it is not always the case. Many sheds are designed to provide shade from the sun, and when it rains heavily, water will eventually start to leak through the roof. To prevent this, make sure that the specific model is suitable for use during rain. The same applies to using the shed in strong wind.

Construction and design

To make the garden shed as stable as possible (especially noticeable in windy weather or when there are many people moving under the shed), its construction is important. Sheds that are attached to the ground and sheds with a frame made of heavier material, such as steel, stand out for their greater stability.

On the other hand, telescopic legs that can be adjusted in height significantly facilitate the installation of the shed on uneven or sloping surfaces. However, if the shed is intended to be rarely used or regularly dismantled, choose a model that is easy to fold and dismantle.

Color and design

Most garden sheds are available in white, green, and brown colors - they fit into almost any garden landscape, but sheds in other colors can also be found. There are also many different design options, from very simple to sophisticated sheds with attention to every detail.

Where and how to store garden sheds properly?

When the garden shed is not in use, it is best to store it in a dry place where it is not directly exposed to sunlight and pests. Moisture can cause the walls and roof of the shed to become moldy, while direct sunlight can cause them to fade. Pests can completely destroy the material by gnawing on it.

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