Sheds

What Are the Main Types of Shed You Offer?

We offer sheds in the main three types of building materials. Each one offers different benefits and features.

Wooden Sheds 

The traditional shed model, appearing in gardens across the UK. Available in different cladding types, the versatility and adaptability of timber is a big bonus as it allows owners to easily customise their sheds. Great as workshops and storage units, and just as effective as hobby rooms or a gym, a wooden shed can be a blank canvas.

Metal Sheds

Sheds made from this metal are renowned for their security features. Typically made from robust but lightweight metals such as aluminium or steel, the rigid nature of metal makes it difficult to break through and therefore effective at deterring and stopping intruders. Our metal sheds all come with protective powder-coatings or galvanised metal which means they won’t rust when exposed to water.

Plastic Sheds 

Plastic buildings offer convenience above all else. Our plastic sheds are all easy to build and require very little maintenance. The versatility of plastic also means that many models come with useful features such as skylights, in-built shelving, doors with locking bolts and more. There’s not just one type of plastic, either - you’ll find all of vinyl, HDPE, and polypropylene in use in our range.

Take a look at our roof and cladding FAQs below for more information on the timber and roofing options we offer.

What Cladding Types Do You Offer?

Choosing the right type of cladding for your a wooden building affects its strength, maintenance needs and the price of the model.

Tongue & Groove Sheds

A shed made from tongue and groove panels offers a tight seal for premium weather resistance. Tongue and groove panels use the joining of a notch (tongue) into a groove (rabbet) to create a single flat surface on the outside of the shed. This creates an outdoor building that is much less susceptible to water ingress or wind damage. 

We offer cladding in either 11mm or 19mm thicknesses for many of our designs, which makes them significantly thicker than their counterparts. If you're thinking of insulating your building, start with thermal regulation provided by Tongue and Groove cladding.

Our two best-selling tongue and groove shed ranges are the Expert range and the Master. The Expert range models are usually large and all feature braced double doors, which makes manoeuvring large objects in and out of the building a breeze. Both are available in a range of sizes and have great customisable features for you to pick from.

Overlap Cladding

Overlap cladding is a cheaper alternative that's great for both small and large buildings. If you're working to a budget, browse our affordable deals on cheap sheds with overlap panels today.

Overlap panels are individual horizontal boards that overlap each other. When nailed into place, this allows rainwater to run off your outdoor shed, all whilst protecting it against water ingress. Our overlap sheds are sturdy, affordable and still offer solid protection against inclement weather.

Pressure Treated Wood

At Garden Buildings Direct, you'll also find options for BillyOh pressure-treated garden sheds. This option involves sealing the timber in a vacuum before preservatives are added. The vacuum forces the preservatives deep into the grain of the wood. This ensures that it'll last much longer and need less maintenance. It can also save you money in the long run compared to non-pressure-treated timber. This is because you'd have to treat it yourself with wood treatment products.

Pressure-treating our timber is also a more environmentally friendly option because it requires less energy and maintenance than other methods. As the wood will last longer, it can reduce strains on the timber industry, deforestation, and the climate.

Which Roof Styles Can I Choose From?

We offer three distinct roof styles: apex, reverse apex, and pent.

Apex Roofs

An apex roof has two slopes that meet at their highest point in the centre of the roof. The two slopes fall away to either side. The roof is shaped like a capital ‘A' (think A for Apex) and is very common among outdoor garden buildings. Reverse apex sheds have the same style roof just rotated ninety degrees so the slopes fall to the front and back of the building.

Pent Roofs

If you're after a more modern look, you may want to go for a pent roof shed. While an apex roof has two slopes, a pent wooden shed only has one and appears almost flat to the untrained eye. Pent roofs slope towards the back of your shed (away from the door). This ensures adequate rainwater runoff. Stylish and modern, the headroom inside a pent building is at the lowest point at the bottom of the slope. It's worth taking this into account when you're deciding on which style of roof best suits your needs.

Sizes

Here at Garden Buildings Direct, we offer a range of Garden Buildings in a variety of sizes. From large to small, and everything in between, all our products are made from high-quality materials. If you're looking for a classic 8x6 shed or a larger building from our 12x10 range we have a large number of sizes with both larger and smaller models. If you're looking for small and compact storage we've also got corner sheds for small or awkward gardens that need to make the most of their space.

What Are the Uses Of a Garden or Hobby Shed?

One of the great benefits of a garden shed is its versatility. You can use them for almost anything. Make it a modest storage space, a workout space, or a state-of-the-art home cinema. There are endless ways to utilise this classic building, with unlimited potential for turning it into a Hobby shed. Adding a few decorations and some furniture can transform a small outdoor space. Or you can go full-functional and use it as useful garden storage - for tools or garden equipment.

Do You Offer A Protective Guarantee?

Yes, all of our tongue and groove garden sheds for sale come with a 10-year guarantee. This protects them against rot, decay, and insect infestation, which are the main forms of damage that timber suffers from. Made from high-quality materials, our kits are easy to assemble. They'll be protected against water ingress and even harsh UK weather conditions.

Can I Assemble Your Sheds Myself?

We don't offer an assembly service with our Sheds. But that's because they're so easy to construct! We send you a digital instruction manual as soon as you've made your order. Once your new building is delivered, you'll only need a few hours and a helper to get it up and running.

The story doesn't end with construction. While your shed is designed to withstand the tests of time and weather, things can and do go wrong. Fortunately, we're here to help when that happens with our range of accessories like felt, padlocks and more.

From shed felt to help patch up your roof, to shed paint for a fresh look and even a dedicated range of shed repair products, we're fully equipped to help you regardless of the job you need to do.

Do You Offer Delivery?

Our delivery service is fast and we deliver to all parts of the mainland UK across our entire range of products. We also offer delivery at no extra charge - meaning completely free delivery - to most postcodes in England and Wales. Find out if you're eligible for free delivery by visiting our delivery page.

How Can I Contact You?

Contacting us is simple, easy, and can be done at any stage during the purchase process. Whether you want to speak to a friendly face about what you need from your new shed, or just prefer paying over the phone, you can call us on 01909 768840 or get in touch using our straightforward contact form.