Our original idea was to put the shed on wood palates but the shed builders said it wouldn’t work. We didn’t know what to do so we had the shed built on the ground. I am beginning to think this cheap metal shed was a bad idea, but its too late now. The floor is [...]

Was thinking it would be easy to build a pretty good shed using sheets of exterior plywood that you cut into say three inch strips which have notches in them which then lock together v. much like the simple book shelfs you made as a child. I will admit right up front I am not [...]

Hi I have four bikes (although I could reduce it to three) which need storing. I am looking for some cheapish storage for them as they are just in my garden at the moment. I need to think about where to put the box because I can do one of two things 1. put it [...]

My friend is trying to find a home for 2 chinchillas. We have a disused wooden chicken shed in our garden with a large fox-proof chicken wire run attached to it (no chickens!). If we gave the chinchillas plenty of straw bedding, toys, things to climb etc., would this be a suitable home for them? [...]

Building Cheap Sheds One method of building cheap sheds is to start with some free sheds plans from the internet. Make sure you get a  good set of plans and build instructions that take you step by step through the complete preparation, construction and finishing stages. They should also provide you with a list of [...]

Yes. How much work it is depends on how it is anchored down. If it is a large shed (larger than 8 x 12 you may run the risk of tortion damage to the roof system (as the shed moves across the yard the natural dips cause it to twist, loosening and possibly tearing the [...]

My husband and I are planning to have a garden shed at our backyard. I want to see some great designs first. I wanted to give a surprise to my wife. I used this site to have a good knowledge about how to do the sheds. Its really good. You may check this out.

I like a kerosene heater because I can keep it in my home and at night when I want to be in my shed I can bring it out there. But through research I have found that a kerosene heater is very unhealthy. Joe Blow, the easiest (and cheapest) way to heat a home is [...]

You should check with your local building inspector. He’ll be glad to tell you if you need a permit. There is also the question of location in relation to property lines, etc.

My aunt offered me a good deal on her old riding lawn mower and I really want to buy it. Unfortunately, I have no place for it. My garage is too small, and our cars barely fit already. I have no shed and can’t afford to build one. Are there any other options? Sheds really [...]