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Plastic Shed vs Metal Shed vs Timber Shed: Which One is Best for You?

Plastic, metal or timber shed? It’s the age-old question when it comes to sorting out your garden storage. Choosing a...

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Can I put a wood-burning stove in my shed or summerhouse?

Want to keep cosy in your shed or summerhouse so that you can use it all year round? Wondering if...

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Tongue & Groove vs Overlapping Cladding: What’s the best type of cladding for a shed?

Cladding is the exterior of your timber building. There are a variety of different types of cladding, and in this...

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Buying a Shed vs. Building a Shed

It’s a big complicated sheddy world out there so it is! We’ve been in it for over 35 years and...

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Garden Sheds Scotland: How much does a Shed cost?

I’m guessing you’re right at the start of your Shed journey and it’s a question of budget, how much can...

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Does a Shed need a Building Warrant?

We’re often asked about Planning Permission for sheds, but equally important is whether or not you need a Building Warrant....

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What to Look for When Buying a Shed: Top 5 Tips

Yay! You’re ready to make the big splurge on a fab new shed… but wait… don’t just rush on out...

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She Shed Makeover: How to Design a She Shed

You’re looking at Pinterest and YES the ideas are amazing, right? But how do you do it? How do you...

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Conservatory or Home Extension vs Garden Room or Timber Building

There has been a recent increase in popularity of spaces like she sheds, man caves, home gyms, home offices and...

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How to look after your shed in winter

So you may have noticed that its getting pretty cold? Now I’m not going to be the one who reminds...

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