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The Must-Have Tools in Your Shed for Repair and Maintenance

A well-equipped garden shed is essential for homeowners and shed owners alike. It makes tackling common household tasks, like repairs, much more convenient. Thus, having the right hardware on hand …

Is It Cheaper To Build Your Own Shed?

Taking the DIY route when building a shed may initially be cheaper than buying one. But this doesn’t necessarily mean it will cost you less, but it could save you …

Classic Outdoor Games & Fun Activities for Kids of All Ages

Outdoor games are one of the highlights of the summer season. Thanks to the cloud-free days, families can enjoy playing some fun activities in their backyard, or in the play …

Customising Metal Shed: Your Guide to Maintenance & Aesthetics

How to Customise a Metal Shed: Guide to Maintenance & Aesthetics

Among the popular shed types on the market are metal sheds. But when talking about the ‘aesthetics’, metal often falls behind its wood and plastic counterparts. At least that’s what …

Unusual Shed Transformation Ideas You’ve Never Heard Of

Your humble storage shed can be so much more than just a dumping ground for outdoor belongings. Sure, the idea of a home office, man cave, garden bar shed, or …

3D plan of wooden log cabin shed home filled with office equipment and garden tools

A Quick Guide to Waterproofing Your Shed

A garden shed is always handy to have, but it will only serve its purpose if it stays dry. Even small leaks can cause headaches, which is why waterproofing goes …

99 Ways You Can Use Your Garden Log Cabin

Log cabins are versatile outdoor retreats that can be used for year-round enjoyment. If you’re wondering what you can do with yours, or wondering whether a log cabin is worth …

what is pressure treatment? how does it work?

What Is Pressure Treatment and How Does It Protect Wood?

You’ve probably heard the terms ‘pressure treated’ or ‘pressure treatment’ before. Basically, it’s a way to protect wooden garden buildings like: Sheds Log cabins Summer houses In this guide, we’ll …

Corner Summer House Ideas

These corner summer house ideas go beyond saving space. They’re divided into two concepts: practical ways to use the space and decor themes to help you style it. Read on …

The Top Ten BillyOh Log Cabins

Once, hiking into the woods was the path to immerse in nature’s beauty and find solace in a log cabin. Now, you can achieve the same in the comfort of …

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