Ideal for adding storage in tight places and small gardens, a 6’x4’ shed is an ideal small storage unit. These models are aptly sized to fit down alleyways and in tight corners, while still offering enough room inside to keep tools, planting equipment or rakes and spades. They can also provide apt storage for small pieces of garden furniture or cushions.
We cater to all budget ranges with our 6x4 sheds, with wooden and metal models both available. If you’re looking specifically for models that fit the lower end of the budget, our cheap sheds are assorted by price - meaning you can easily identify which models fit the price point you’re looking for.
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There’s a wooden shed for almost any garden. Choose your size first, then decide what matters most — a particular roof type (apex or pent), cladding thickness, windowed or windowless. They're great for everyday storage, and a solid choice if you want a light workshop too.
If security and low maintenance are top of your list, a metal shed is a strong choice. Many designs include practical features like lockable points and sliding doors, and galvanised finishes help with long-term weather resistance. They come in a range of sizes to fit different storage needs, up to garage size.
Plastic sheds are a straightforward, low-maintenance option. Modern designs are durable, easy to live with, and come in a range of sizes and looks — ideal for keeping tools, cushions and garden kit stored away without any hard work.
Potting sheds are a practical alternative to a greenhouse if you want a sheltered gardening workspace that provides warmth for plants and still has room for tool storage.
All of our sheds are patio-friendly, perfect for placement on concrete, brick, or slabbed patio areas. As long as your patio is large enough for your chosen size of shed (we have some very large ones), you should be fine to commence with building.
Please bear in mind that if your patio is not completely level, an extra base may be required to give the shed a flat surface to stand on.
Want space to make or fix things? Workshops tend to be larger and sturdier, with layouts that suit benches, storage and moving equipment in and out easily. If you’re planning to spend time inside, it’s worth sizing up so it feels like a workspace rather than a storage box.
Keeping your bike safe has never been easier. Our collection of bike sheds for sale features both walk-in sheds and reduced-height mini sheds, each perfectly optimised for bike storage. With security features like padlock hoops often included, these are essential for any enthusiastic cyclist.
A corner shed is perfectly designed for staying out of the way, saving space and looking good in your garden, with diagonal-facing doors for easy access.
Perfect for side alleys and narrow gaps. Lean-to sheds sit neatly against a wall or fence, with a simple and stylish sloped roof.
Need storage on a tighter budget? This range focuses on the essentials — practical space, sensible specs, and strong value. Even our lowest-priced wooden sheds still come with our 10-year guarantee, so you don’t have to compromise on peace of mind.
If you need to budget carefully, our selection of cheap sheds is where you want to look.
FAQs
A 6x4 shed is compact, but the extra foot of depth compared to a 6x3 makes more difference than the numbers suggest. It's enough to step inside and reach items stored at the back — which changes how usable it is day to day, since you're not emptying the front of the shed every time you need something from behind. A 6x4 is typically large enough for:
A push lawnmower (most standard models will fit, depending on door opening width)
2 adult bikes + a child's bike, stored upright or on wall hooks
A wheelbarrow
Garden hand tools — shovels, forks, rakes, hose pipe
Shelving along one wall for pots, products, and smaller items
Children's outdoor toys or sports equipment
Where it gets tight is combining two bulky items — a lawnmower and bikes together, for example, or a workbench alongside general storage. At this size, most people find themselves making trade-offs.
In most cases, no — but the height rules are more worth checking at this size than for a very small chest-height shed. Most 6x4 sheds are full-height structures; an apex model will typically reach 6–7 feet at the ridge. If your shed will sit within 2 metres of a boundary, permitted development rules cap the maximum height at 2.5 metres, which some full-height models will exceed.
Beyond that, the standard permitted development conditions apply across most properties in England and Wales:
The shed is not in your front garden (in front of the principal elevation of the property)
All outbuildings combined don't cover more than 50% of the land around the original house
The shed meets the relevant height limits
Rules differ for listed buildings, conservation areas, and properties in Scotland. See our full shed planning permission guide for all height restrictions and exceptions.
Yes — and for a full-height shed that you step into, the quality of the base matters more than it might for a small chest-height tool store. An unlevel surface will cause the door frame to rack over time, making the door stick or fail to close properly. A concrete slab, paving slabs, or a purpose-built plastic shed base all work well, as long as the surface is level in both directions before you begin assembly. Anchoring is also recommended.
Choose Your Garden Shed
Wooden, Metal or Plastic: Which Shed is Right for You?
The material you choose affects how your shed looks, how long it lasts, and how much maintenance it needs. Here's a quick guide:
Wooden sheds — the classic choice and our speciality as a UK manufacturer.
Natural appearance that blends into most gardens
Easy to customise — paint or stain any colour after assembly
Strong and solid; suitable for workshops and hobby spaces
Requires periodic treatment to maintain weatherproofing
Metal sheds — a practical, security-focused alternative.
Very low maintenance — no treating or painting required
Resistant to rot, warping, and pests
Typically quicker to assemble than timber
Can be prone to condensation; less easy to customise
Plastic sheds — the ultimate low-maintenance option.
Completely weatherproof and rust-proof
Never needs treating, painting, or staining
Lightweight and easy to relocate
Less suited to heavy-duty workshop use
If high-end resilience, weather resistance and weight-bearing is what you're looking for, our specialist range of heavy duty sheds is where you need to look.
For a more detailed breakdown, our shed buying guide covers material choice alongside size, base preparation, and planning rules. Or if value is the priority, our budget shed range spans all three materials.
The Garden Buildings Direct Quality Standard
Because we manufacture our own wooden sheds in the UK, we control every stage of the build — from the timber we select to the fittings on the door. Here's what that means in practice:
11mm Tongue & Groove Cladding: Thicker than the 7mm overlap boards used on our budget range, tongue and groove cladding interlocks for a tight, weatherproof fit with no gaps for wind or rain to exploit. Our Heavy Duty range steps this up further with 15mm T&G on walls, roof, and floor.
Slow-grown, FSC-certified timber: Denser and more dimensionally stable than fast-grown alternatives, meaning your shed holds its shape through UK winters without warping.
Shatterproof styrene glazing: Lighter than glass and won't shatter if struck — a practical choice for garden buildings where safety around children and pets matters.
Ready to personalise: Our wooden sheds are supplied untreated, so you can paint or stain them any colour you choose straight after assembly — no waiting for a factory treatment to wear off before your own coat will take. If you'd prefer a shed that arrives ready to weather, our pressure treated range offers long-term protection built in from the start.
All our wooden sheds are covered by a 10-year manufacturer's guarantee against structural defect.
Choosing the Right Shed Size
Shed sizes are quoted width × depth — bear in mind the stated size refers to the external frame, not the internal floor space. As a general guide:
6×4 and small sheds: The right choice for a smaller garden or a tighter budget. Stores a lawnmower, garden tools, and seasonal kit without taking over the garden. See our small garden sheds.
6×6 and 7×5: Our most popular starter size. Fits a lawnmower, bikes, tools, and seasonal furniture — with enough space left for a workbench along one wall.
8×6: The go-to for dual-purpose use. Space for a dedicated workbench alongside storage, a hobby space, or a bike rack with room to spare. See our full 8×6 shed range.
10×8 and larger: Workshop-grade space for woodworking, a year-round hobby room, or locking away e-bikes and expensive equipment securely. If you plan to spend real time in it, also consider our garden workshops.
Not sure which size is right for your garden? Our guide to shed sizes provides a detailed breakdown of matching size to purpose and how big you can legally go.
Shed Advice and Buying Guides
Everything you need to buy, install, and maintain your shed is in our Shed Advice Hub. Popular topics include:
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