Dutch barns – the king of garden sheds
Dutch barns – the king of garden sheds
Here at Sheds Direct we are somewhat proud of our dutch barns. We are selling more and more quality dutch barns to customers across the UK. Not only do we manufacture them here in Yorkshire, but we deliver and construct at your home at a time that’s convenient to you. And we love doing it. So here’s our five top reasons dutch barns are the king of garden sheds.
1 – Dutch barns size
Size is important when buying a garden shed – and dutch barns are a great size. The ratio of width to height is almost perfect. This makes them great for using as a social space or craft workshop. They stand out from other sheds because they have great head room, so no more bumping your head when getting in and out. Truthfully dutch barns can fit in small spaces (check our Facebook page for more photos) – but they come to life when they become the focus of a beautiful garden. And we specialise in building custom dutch barns to your size and specification.
2 – Dutch barns strength and agility
When buying a garden shed you want to make sure that it is still standing years later. Many of our customers have bought from cheap high street stores or cheap online stores. The old adage of you get what you pay for rings true here. Sheds Direct build Garden Sheds, dutch barns and garden workshops that will stand the test of time. Our dutch barns are quality, durable and strong. We build our own dutch barns in Yorkshire and deliver UK wide. We guarantee our quality, and their strength. We often load 1.5 tonnes or more worth of dutch barn and trundle down and round the M25 and London. We put blood sweat and tears in. But we love the smile on your face when your new dutch barns brings instant strong beauty to your garden.
3 – Dutch Barns Usability
Dutch barns are extremely adaptive. Because we manufacture and build larger dutch barns as well as small ones we get a size to meet your needs. Larger structures means you create an area that suits you. This makes it easy to make it comfortable and specific to you; unlike any other shed. Just make sure you get quality. The frame, tongue and groove thickness (you need 20mm), the roof timbers all matter. You don’t want to invest in a cheap dutch barn only to need to replace it in five years. Our dutch barns come with a life long guarantee (provided you look after it).
4 – Dutch Barns Aesthetics
Most people want their garden to look nice but their garden shed, looking worn and unused, is an eyesore. Not so with a dutch barn! Just look at dutch barns on our site – or our Facebook page – they are beautiful! The way the roof slopes brings instant character and beauty to your garden. Adding a coloured roofing felt can make you feel like you are in a different country when you sit outside. We can guarantee your neighbours will pay a visit. Your relatives will be jealous. And your new quality dutch barn will put a smile on your face.
5 – Dutch barn maintenance
Maintenance of sheds is always a key factor when looking to buy. The fear of constantly having to buy paint and replace parts has the potential to put you off. Here at Sheds Direct we ensure that every dutch barn has;
• Tantalised (pressure treated) wood meaning it won’t rot
• The dutch barn frame is far stronger than those you will find on the high street or most other online stores
• The tongue and groove flooring and wall panels are significantly thicker than the competition
• The roofing felt is thicker, significantly thicker.
The result? A strong secure dutch barn. And no to little maintenance. As you’ve probably gathered here at Sheds Direct we specialise in manufacturing, delivering and constructing quality large dutch barns(as well as garden workshops or garden sheds). So get a dutch barn and enjoy it, hassle free and stress free! Send us a picture of your dutch barn; we’d love to see how it looks in your garden. For friendly no nonsense advise call Kevin, Kris or one of the team on 01405 765400.
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Garden shed or Garden Workshop? Five tips to help you decide
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Garden shed or Garden Workshop Five tips to help you decide
Today typically buyers look for garden shed or a garden workshop. It can be tricky to know which one to choose. A garden shed tends be smaller limiting what you can do. But garden workshops give much more space and flexibility. This article explains when a garden workshop should be chosen over a garden shed.
Garden Workshop vs Garden Shed – Round 1 – No Mess to Depress
Everyone at some point in their life remembers going through a creative phase where they would craft continuously. Material and spare parts left all over the house (to their family’s potential annoyance). Having a garden workshop means that you can leave your tools and spare parts anywhere you like! Unlike a small garden shed where you have to leave room for camping equipment and storage, your garden workshop is yours to do with as you like.
Garden Workshop vs Garden Shed – Round 2 – Your Creative Flare in There
Do you ever get those moments where you just want to be creative? Or want to make something with your hands no matter how it comes out? garden workshops are perfect for this. You will have somewhere to go and test out your artistic flare and relieve some stress. What’s more relaxation is good for the soul. You wouldn’t go sit in a small shed to relax, squeezing in between old tools and furniture, would you?
Garden Workshops vs Garden Shed – Round 3 – Cars, Bikes or Trikes
A garden workshop is great if you have a car, bike or trike. Working in the dry near all your tools means you can focus on having fun and getting the job done. You’ve never tried putting a bike or a car in your garden shed have you? With a garden workshop you can finely tune your vehicle and make it sound sweet in the comfort of your back garden.
Garden Workshop vs Garden Shed – Round 4 – On the Fly DIY
Ever felt that sudden urge to finish all those long, overdue tasks around your house? But opening the garden shed only ends in getting caught under an avalanche of junk? With a garden workshop you don’t need to worry! A garden workshop is a great place to work on projects for your house and store all your tools.
Garden Workshop vs Garden Shed – Round 5, Final Round – Sharing Creativity
It is great building things with people, working to get the best out of each other. With a garden workshop you can create projects with your friends or loved ones. Having somewhere where you can both work makes the whole experience more enjoyable. So get a garden workshop and start a project with your friend, you’ll be amazed what two people can achieve. Has this inspired you to start a project? Or do you already get creative? Send us pictures of what you’re making!
At Sheds Direct we are passionate about our garden sheds. We manufacture in North Yorkshire. We use sustainable, tanalised wood. Local craftsmen. Local wages. And we deliver UK wide. What’s more – we offer very competitive prices. Why not call us on 01405 765 400 for a no nonsense quote?
We hope you have found this article helpful – if you have questions about what type of garden shed you want to buy, delivery or construction then please call Kevin or one of the team on 01405 765 400.
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Shed Transformations – 5 Great Ways to Transform Your Old Garden Shed into a Multi-purpose
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Shed Transformations – 5 Great Ways to Transform Your Old Garden Shed into a Multi-purpose
Money is tight. But creating a new space doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With these five ideas you
can give your old Garden Shed a new life so it can be enjoyed by the whole family.
Shed Transformations 1 – The Garden Shed, Social Space
No longer does your garden shed just have to hold garden tools and DIY experiments gone wrong.
Use the space to show off to your friends and family. Use it as a social space! With wood board you
can make an attic-like space to store the tools until summer comes. Wash the floor, paint the walls
even add a picture or two. Now that you have space, make it to your liking; add chairs, a sofa or
even a bar! All you need now are the people.
Shed Transformations 2 – The Garden Shed, Games Room
Make somewhere for your kids to go this summer. Turn your old garden shed into a games room.
Clear away the old junk you haven’t used for years and replace it with a set of board games or even a
pool table. Your kids will love to have a space of their own to share with their friends and you won’t
have to deal with the noise!
Shed Transformations 3 – The Garden Shed, Spare Bedroom
Having the in-laws around can be stressful. There is always an argument when putting your child in
with their siblings and constantly having them around the place are a few of the many stresses. Why
don’t you put then in the shed? Once you’ve made sure the cracks are sealed and you’ve smartened
it up with a bit of paint all you need to do is add a bed, some drawers and a small heater to keep
them warm then you’re good to go! No longer will you have to deal with the in-laws in your face.
Who knew a garden shed would be so handy?
Shed Transformations 4- The Garden Shed, Man Cave
Most men have dreamt about having a space they can call their own away from the rest of the
world. Or even their partners wish they had a space of their own so they wouldn’t make a mess of
the house! Why don’t you restyle your shed into a man cave? Adding comfy seats, bar, fridge and a
TV; the men will never need to leave! Who needs to paint it when they’ll have their eyes glued to the
TV or looking down a pint glass? This is a great and easy way to make the most of your garden shed.
Shed Transformations 5 – The Garden Shed, Wendy House
Everyone remembers being envious of that one friend who had a Wendy house, spending
hours playing, creating a whole new world for yourself. Don’t let your kids be the ones that are
envious! Re-vamp your garden shed into a Wendy house. Move out all the things children can hurt
themselves on and put in bean bags and toys for your children to enjoy. This simple idea can keep
your kids out of trouble and keep their imagination wild, a great way to keep them busy over the
holidays.
Have any of these worked for you? Or have you tried something completely different? Send us a
picture, we’d love to see.
Don’t have a Garden Shed to transform? Or want to start over with a new shed? Take a look at our
great range of garden sheds.
Don’t forget we do a great range of workshops, dutch barns, potting sheds and kennels too! Take a
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Five exciting uses for dutch barns
Exciting uses for dutch barns
If you’ve ever seen dutch barns, you will see that a dutch barn is a type of beautiful garden shed. The roof shape gives it a fantastic rustic and characterful aspect. Yet what excitement can be had in a dutch barn?
Here’s five suggestions;
1. Micro brewery in dutch barns
With the explosion in micro breweries in the UK a dutch barn is a perfect place to perfect your hobby. You can keep your beer making equipment out of the house –which saves on smells and creates space. Invite friends over to show them how it’s done – you’ll be the talk of the street. You can label your beer Dutch Barn Ale!
2. Pet keeping in dutch barns
If you have young children, or even older ones, at some point pets are going to be living with you. What better place than dutch barns to keep your little animals safe? Perfect for rabbits, guinea pigs – even chickens! What’s more you keep your garage clean and tidy, and no smells in the house.
3. Famous Five and dutch barns
Remember the Famous Five, or Secret Seven? Enid Blighton’s characters always started an adventure in the garden shed. Why not dutch barns? A secret knock at the door, entry, a smuggled lamp, sweets and a bottle of water – and off they went. Do your children have a secret place from which to roam the world?
4. The entrepreneur and dutch barns
Starting a business can be problematic at the best of time. A key issue is space. Space to work, to think to relax. Time away from the children. From the domestic demands of home. A dutch barn gives you a great working environment. It’s beautifully sitationed in your garden – and once insulated and heated will allow you to work all year round. Your friend’s will be jealous.
Did you know that the founder of £2 million website SpareRoom.co.uk operates from his garden shed (why not a dutch barn?), while property guru Kirstie Allsopp runs her business and writes books in her garden shed.
5. Relaxing in dutch barns
Finally – with all those exciting activities – let’s not forget we need time out to relax too. On long summer days what better place is there to relax? With the door wide open, blue skies streaming in through the large windows, take your garden chair and take time to relax.
At Sheds Direct we are passionate about our garden sheds. We manufacture in North Yorkshire. We use sustainable, tanalised wood. Local craftsmen. Local wages. And we deliver UK wide. What’s more – we offer very competitive prices. Why not call us on 01405 765 400 for a no nonsense quote?
We hope you have found this article helpful – if you have questions about what type of garden shed you want to buy, delivery or construction then please call Kevin or one of the team on 01405 765 400.
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Create a tranquil getaway in your garden with a Sheds Direct garden shed
Do you need a quiet space in your home as a tranquil space to enjoy a good book, a movie or even to get on with writing or reading a good novel, then a garden shed from sheds direct can be the answer you are looking for.
Many people overlook the outside space as a place to rest, relax or even get on with work, a garden shed from ShedsDirect could be the perfect solution to get away, relax and unwind.
Garden sheds can become customised as a home office or workshop, freeing up valuable home space and separating the home from the office (or retreat).
Here are 5 top tips for turning that unused garden space into a place of tranquility:
1. Decide on the purpose for the garden shed.
2. Understand what you need internally to maximise the use of the shed.
3. Locate the shed in the place that fits the surroundings and access best.
4. Consider the security needs of your garden shed.
5. Speak to Sheds Direct for inspiration and ideas of how to make best use of the space.
Sheds Direct are a quality manufacturer of UK sheds, specifically for the garden, and our consultants will be happy to discuss which size, specification and delivery best suits your needs, from a pent shed, apex shed or even a dutch barn our advisors will be please to help you decide which is best for you.
Working and relaxing in the garden shed does not have to be without all the comforts of your indoor settings, your garden shed can be set up and customised to have all the features needed to better enjoy the space as you create it.
A garden shed from Sheds Direct can be the answer to providing that tranquil space you have been looking for.
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Apex shed or pent shed – what’s the difference?
Apex shed or pent shed – what’s the difference?
Seach for a garden shed online and you will come across the terms apex shed or pent shed. To the unitiated in garden shed design – this can be confusing!
So what’s the difference?
The difference between an apex shed and a pent shed is the number of slopes the roof has.
A Pent Shed
A pent shed has a single slope. The highest point of the roof is one the side of the door (where you walk in). We offer various pent shed styles and pent shed prices.
An Apex Shed
An apex shed has two slopes, like an upside down V. The highest point is down the middle of the shed meanig a tall person can walk from along the length of the shed. We offer various apex shed styles and apex shed prices.
So what’s best? Apex Sheds or Pent Sheds?
As ever, it depends on what you want to use your garden shed for. Here’s three things to consider.
1. Do you plan on working in your garden shed?
In an apex shed you can hang tools or have a work bench down each side of the shed. The higher middle ceiling means you can walk the length of the shed without problems.
In a pent shed, the height is at the door – meaning if you are taller you may struggle to walk to the end of the garden shed
2. Do you plan on using your garden shed for storage?
Either the pent shed or the apex shed will suit your purposes. Again, the apex shed allows easier movement within the garden shed. Some owners of apex sheds also use the roof space for storage (e.g. fishing rods, oars and the like). That said, shelves can be erected around the door in a pent shed for additional storage.
3. Where will you be putting the garden shed?
Think about where you plan om putting your garden shed. Pent sheds may look better next to a wall or fence. An apex shed may look better when positioned in a garden. If you really want a good looking shed, then why not also take a look at our beautiful dutch barns sheds. These have more than two slopes to the roof! A potting shed has a different design again.
We hope you have found this article helpful – if you have questions about the type of garden shed you want to buy, garden shed delivery to your address or garden shed construction then please call Kevin or one of the team on 01405 765 400.
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Five steps to buying a garden shed direct
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5 steps to buying a garden shed direct
Here are five questions to help you buy a garden shed direct, useful if you are considering buying a garden shed now or in the near future.
1. What size garden shed?
Think for a moment what you use your garden shed for. Many use garden sheds for garden storage – bikes, lawn mowers, BBQs and an assortment of garden tools.
The average size is 6ft x 4ft or 6ft x 6ft. As garden sheds go, this is not big, yet certainly large enough to use for garden storage.
If you plan on using your garden shed as a garden workshop – then will you also use it for storage? If so, think about a larger one. Measure the space you have, and get the largest one you can afford with your budget.
2. What style of garden shed?
If you are looking for character look no further than a beautiful dutch barn shed. Dutch barns are pretty with character roofs yet just as sturdy and will last as long as a normal garden shed.
If you like gardening, and want to protect young plants or frost sensitive ones then think about buying one of our potting sheds. These are built with larger slanted windows to catch the sun, stay warm yet are still great for garden storage.
If you require more space – maybe because you want to spend more time in your garden, check out a garden workshop.
3. Do you need your garden shed delivered?
If you have a very large van with a loading space of at least 8 feet long and at least 6 feet tall you can think of picking up your own garden shed.
For those of us who don’t have such large vans –delivery is required. When buying your garden shed always find out the price to deliver too. We at Sheds Direct deliver UK wide.
4. Do you need help putting up your garden shed?
There are various things you need to think about when constructing your garden shed. The base is very important – and you check here to see how to prepare your garden shed base.
To construct the shed yourself we recommend at least two fit strong adults, some patience plus a range of tools. These include a spirit level, tape measure, driver drill bits, nails, marking knife, claw hammer, rubber gloves, sealant gun and a step ladder. If the wood is untreated we also recommend a good wood preserver and brush.
To reduce the stress call us. We will construct the base and shed professionally. Don’t just take our word for it – check out our garden shed testimonials.
5. Where will you buy your garden shed from?
Do you care where your garden shed was manufactured? Buying online gives you lots of choice – but was it built thousands of miles away? Using slave labour? Has it spent months at sea? Does the wood come from sustainable sources? Have the shed panels been stored in harsh elements over an extended period of time?
At Sheds Direct we are passionate about our garden sheds. We manufacture in North Yorkshire. We use sustainable, tanalised wood. Local craftsmen. Local wages. And we deliver UK wide. What’s more – we offer very competitive prices. Why not call us on 01405 765 400 for a no nonsense quote?
We hope you have found this article helpful – if you have questions about what type of garden shed you want to buy, delivery or construction then please call Kevin at Sheds Direct or one of the team on 01405 765 400.
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Make the Most of your Garden Workshop in Winter
With the dark nights drawing in early and the thick layer of glistening frost making an appearance first thing in the morning, it is clear to see that winter is truly here. Before long, the garden will be lifeless and trees and flower patches will be bare. With little activity left to complete in the garden, it is now time to turn your attention to your garden workshop. In the summer, your garden workshop is likely to be just an extension of your garden, however this drastically changes during the winter months.
Rather than sitting back and waiting for the cold frost to lift, it is time to get your green fingers busy and make the most of your garden workshop.
Plan for Spring
With the excitement of Christmas and the distraction of the New Year, before you know it, spring will be well on its way. March and April tend to be the most important months for gardeners as these months will set up the garden for the rest of the year.
If unprepared for these months, you may find that your garden will not reach its full potential. Get prepared and organise your garden workshop during the frosty months – this way you can be sure that you are ready to tackle all garden related tasks as soon as possible.
Clean up and organise gardening equipment that you will need in the upcoming year and make room for a space that is workable in. The less organised your garden workshop is, the more difficult you are going to find gardening.
Garden Prep
Whilst most flowers and vegetables will need to be planted in early spring, there are some seeds that will need planting during the winter months. By simply creating shelving space and a worktop area in your garden workshop, you will find that gardening preparation will be much easier.
Remember, your garden workshop can be the perfect space for the potting and re-potting of plants and vegetables. If enough shelf space is made available, it can even be the perfect solution to seed storage over the winter months.
DIY & Crafts
As the garden is not going to be on the top of your priorities during the winter months, it is the perfect time to get on with DIY activities for around the home. The garden workshop can provide you with the perfect space to get on with any DIY projects that are not suitable to completed within the home.
A tidy and spacious garden workshop can be used for constructing furniture for the home, sawing materials and even cutting and storing fire wood.
The garden workshop can provide a warm and sheltered area for you whilst completing DIY projects.
Hobbies & Activities
Whilst the majority of people see their garden workshop as an extension to their garden, some others see it as an extension of the home, especially during winter.
Convert your garden workshop into a area that is not available within the home, whether it be a games room, home office or even just a place for storing home and garden equipment.
It is not always practical to have a room in the house solely dedicated for hobbies or activities that you enjoy, however the garden workshop can provide just that.
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Graham Matthews – Dutch Barn Testimonial
“Good Value For Money, Very Good Quality, Attractive Design and Excellent Customer Service”.
Yesterday, ahead of schedule, Kevin and a colleague delivered my “Dutch Barn” garden shed. All that have seen it have remarked how well built it is and how the Dutch Barn design marks it out from traditional garden sheds. The fact that it cost little more than the cheap and cheerful garden sheds to be found on the internet is a measure of its value for money. Doing business with Kevin has been pleasure. He has been courteous, friendly and helpful at all times.
I would recommend ShedsDirect to anyone wanting a garden shed.
Graham Matthews, North Yorkshire
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Jennifer – Shed Testimonial
Hi Kevin,
Really pleased with my shed. It is always a worry when you buy something without seeing it first, but I have to say that when Kevin and Lee erected my shed the quality really surpassed my expectations. It was worth every penny. Kevin and Lee were very professional and even though the route to my garden presented unexpected challenges, they were very good humoured and very helpful.
They worked so well together that my shed was erected in no time at all. I have recommended Sheds Direct to my mother who is equally impressed with the finished product.
Thank you. Jennifer, SE London.
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