Today’s guest article relates the problems most DIY gardeners encounter when they attempt a build-from-scratch project. Fortunately, the author found and shares a solution. Even though there is a commercial connection here, the article still offers some sound advice.

Build Your Personal Shed – A “Do It Yourself” Goal Come Correct!

Is it time to build your own shed? Well I can talk from experience when I say yes – the problem was that I did not have a clue where to begin, so I flew by the seat of my pants and it ended up costing me big time. I was spending money hand over fist and making too many visits to the supply store because my plans would change so frequently.

I was wasting materials and, in a few cases, I had the incorrect materials to begin with because I did not have a clear idea what the final project would even look like. I never did finish the first project, and listen to me when I tell you that I was well out of code and way in the red from where I started. I finally tore it down! But then I found out something that actually made a difference! Let me share with you something that I didn’t even know existed…complete plans that you can purchase online that will enable you to build your own shed like a pro! Read the rest of this entry »

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Susan’s Lawn Gardens is pleased to feature today’s guest article about the many uses and benefits of  wooden garden sheds. 

The Many Advantages Of A Wooden Garden Shed

 
Wooden garden sheds can be both a practical structure as well as one of style. It is no wonder why many home gardeners still prefer these relatively old-fashioned structures instead of those modern-looking sheds. Timber garden sheds blend perfectly with natural surroundings because they are produced from timber, a raw material supplied by trees. Read the rest of this entry »

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Susan’s Lawn Gardens is pleased to feature this article from today’s guest author, TOM B GEE. He is an expert on garden sheds, so we feel very comfortable recommending his work to our visitors.

Cheap Garden Sheds – What Are Your Requirements?
By Tom B Gee

When you think of a garden shed, you most likely visualize a wooden box-shaped construction situated at the end of somebody’s backyard, filled with all sorts of household paraphernalia and gardening tools. For some, their shed offers a place to do some DIY that is not appropriate for indoors; for others, their shed provides a silence location for them just to sit down and think. Although, these are the most conventional uses and designs, there are lots of other variations of the traditional shed that can be purchased and sheds can be made from a variety of materials and come in a whole range of distinct shapes and sizes. Additionally, sheds come in several price ranges and you don’t have to break the bank to find something appropriate to your needs. Some can be small open-sided with tin-roofs and others can be big wood-framed sheds with shingled roofs. Read the rest of this entry »

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Susan’s Lawn Gardens is pleased to feature this article from today’s guest author, CHRIS HOPKIN. He is an expert on garden sheds, so we feel very comfortable recommending his work to our visitors.

How To Build A Shed Base
By Chris Hopkin

As spring draws to an end and a promising English summer begins, the gardening retail market is at its peak. With the garden on everybody’s mind, the sale of garden buildings and sheds in particular start to soar. This article explains something that not everyone is aware about, but everyone needs to know before buying a shed. Building a garden shed base which is firm and level is vital. A base must be constructed for any garden shed, and why pay excessive amounts to dodgy local handyman when you can do it yourself. With the help of the following, you can create your own base, and then you’ll have the perfect foundations for your garden shed.

Firstly, to ensure both ease of assembly and the longevity of your garden shed, it is essential that it has a firm and level base constructed from a durable material. Construction without such a base may not only invalidate any product guarantee that comes with your garden shed but also lead to problems such as doors dropping out of square and water leakage. Read the rest of this entry »

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Susan’s Lawn Gardens is pleased to feature this article from today’s guest author, LEANNE TREMBLAY. She is an expert on sheds and other gardening structures, so we feel very comfortable recommending her work to our visitors.

Garden Sheds: Wood Finishing and Weatherproofing Tips
By Leanne Tremblay

To keep wood garden sheds, arbors, or trellises looking their best, consider using a wood finishing product such as sealer, stain, or outdoor paint. Wood finishing protects exposed wood from sun, water, insect, and fungal damage.

Here’s a list of some common wood finishing products:

Wood Sealer: Wood sealer blocks the pores of the wood, while still allowing natural fading and weathering.

Stain: Stain penetrates the wood, and unlike paint, it does not trap moisture and cause blistering or peeling. Stains come in many colors, and in transparent or solid applications. Reapply the stain every other year to Read the rest of this entry »

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