Yard Shed Kits – What Makes a Good Shed Kit

There are many yard shed kits available that come in a wide variety of shapes and styles. It used to be that all sheds were made of wood, but this is no longer the case. Yard shed kits are available in wood, vinyl and metal and all are usually quickly and easily put together.

Styles of yard shed kit include saltbox, gable, sloping roof style and even pitch sheds. The type that you chose should be based not only on looks, but also on its intended use. If you are looking simply for a place to store equipment, then a vinyl, metal or plastic shed kit would fit the bill well. If, on the other hand, you are wanting to create a summer house, workshop or a chill out zone in your garden, then wood may be the better option. Kits made from wood provide a more pleasing interior and also are able to be customized relatively easily. You can add fixtures and fittings, install running water and electricity. In contrast little flexibility is provided with a plastic or metal kit.

When selecting a yard shed kit you also need to consider where you want build your shed and what the weather is like where you live. For example, If you live in a wet climate and have a yard that gets little sunlight you might want to opt for a vinyl or metal shed as the damp may cause swelling and accelerate rotting in wooden sheds.

It is also important to check out if there are any restrictions or permits required. You don’t want to spend a lot of time and money only to have to pull your shed down because it is made of the wrong material, is in the wrong place or is the wrong size.

Shed kits are available from DIY stores, garden centers and even online. While they are a great option you do need to be aware that they may not be as robust as a shed built from scratch where you can chose the grade of materials used. When constructing a kit, before you begin to build you need to check that all the pieces are present and that there is nothing broken. If you do find broken pieces then there should be a contact number in the instructions that you can call and get replacement parts sent.

When you build your yard shed pay close attention to how everything fits together. It used to be that shed kits were lower quality products, but this is no longer true. Kits are now made from much higher quality materials, although quality does vary so you need to choose wisely. Even the best yard shed kits can have imperfections. For example, premade panels may not quite be straight, leaving small gaps that make your shed vulnerable to water leaks. Take time to make sure there are no gaps and that everything is as straight as you can get it and enlist the help of a professional carpenter if needed.