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Nicola Hutchison

ShedLove Story: Buchlyvie Primary School

During a recent visit to Buchlyvie Primary School, we discovered that the real story wasn’t about the shed at all – it was about the children, their connection to nature, and what outdoor learning means to them....
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Nicola Hutchison

Combating Household Clutter with a Shed or Workshop

Household clutter is one of those things that just does my head in, to be quite frank. I’m a mother...
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Sophie Marshall

Timber Garage Maintenance: What’s Required?

A timber garage is a great investment, but like any wooden building, it does come with some maintenance requirements. The...
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Sophie Marshall

Do All Wooden Garages Need Planning Permission?

When considering adding a wooden garage to your home, one of the first questions you’ll think about is: “Do wooden...
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Sophie Marshall

How to Choose the Best Timber Garage?

Buying a timber garage is a big investment, so it’s important you get it right. It can be difficult to...
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Sophie Marshall

How Much Does a Close Board and Strap Garage cost?

Whether it’s for storing your car, setting up a workshop, or because you just need more space, a Garage is...
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Sophie Marshall

What’s The Best Way To Heat A Garden Room?

You’ve just bought a gorgeous new garden room, and now you’re wondering: what’s the best way to heat a garden...
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Sophie Marshall

Top 5 Problems Solved by a 3-Tier Workshop

Recently, we’ve had lots of interest in our 3-Tier Workshop and with good reason! It’s a one-of-a-kind building. As far...
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Sophie Marshall

Shiplap vs Weatherboard vs Loglap

Shed companies use lots of jargon when talking about their Shed specifications, like shiplap vs weatherboard vs loglap.  Even as...
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Sophie Marshall

What Kind of Base do I Need for a 3-Tier Workshop?

Are you looking for more than just your average workshop? Our 3-Tier Workshop could be the ideal choice! Featuring, you...
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