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We get all kinds of questions from our amazing customers, and for the last few years we've been answering the majority of them on our blog.

We've compiled all these posts into the Gillies & Mackay Buyer's Guides – simply head to the area you're looking for and get your questions answered!

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Nicola Hutchison
04/06/23

Gillies and Mackay vs Wickes Garden Summerhouse: What’s the difference? 

Sheddie, Summerhouse buying ain’t easy – there’s so much to choose from out there but how can you tell the...
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Amy Hanlon
28/05/23

What kind of summerhouse can I get for £2000?

Everyone has their areas of expertise, right? Whether it’s Married At First Sight Australia, cybersecurity, the life cycle of a...
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Amy Hanlon
22/05/23

Can I Use A Summerhouse As An Office?

In January 2023, around 40% of working adults reported working from home at least some of the time. Unlike banana...
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Amy Hanlon
21/05/23

The Best Summerhouse Manufacturers Fife (Review Blog)

What we’ll cover in this blog… The Fife Summerhouse Review Rules1. Anchor Timber Buildings2. Central Fife Sheds3. Forestcraft4. Premier Sheds...
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Amy Hanlon
17/05/23

Why Gillies & Mackay Don’t Use Roofing Felt.

Roofing felt isn’t a bad option for your shed. In fact, we have built many, many sheds with felt as...
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Amy Hanlon
14/05/23

How long does a summerhouse last?

You probably know by now that not all summerhouses are created equal. When you ask yourself, “How long does a...
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Nicola Hutchison
14/05/23

The best summerhouse manufacturers in Edinburgh

Who we are going to review… 1. Simply Sheds Scotland2. Forestcraft3. Seafield Shed Centre4. Meadowmill Shed Centre5. Paterson Garden Buildings...
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Amy Hanlon
09/05/23

Felt vs Shingles vs Steel: Which roofing material is best for a summerhouse?

You’re up to your eyeballs in the many decisions required to sort out a summerhouse project. What size should it...
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Amy Hanlon
04/05/23

Should I insulate a summerhouse?

Should you insulate your summerhouse? I’ll admit, I worried when I found out that my office was a summerhouse. I’m...
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Amy Hanlon
27/04/23

Will a timber garage leak?

Timber garages, eh? They’re beautiful, and natural, and add real value to your home. But wood? As a building material?...
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