If you are looking to buy a new outdoor shed or renovate your old one, it’s important to consider the materials you’re going to use before making the purchase. Depending on your needs for the storage, a shed can be a pretty big investment, and if you are planning to look at it for the next 20 years, you’re going to have to look at aspects such as price, quality and design construction.
Steel Sheds
Steel sheds have been available for a long time and are a common purchase because they are the least expensive option. Steel sheds come in a variety of colors and can be painted to match your house and garden. They are also usually coated with an enamel finish as they are susceptible to rust and scratches. If you plan to purchase a steel shed, keep in mind the type of foundation you have to build your shed on. Most metal sheds do not have a floor in place.
Finally, assembling a metal shed kit can be very difficult, and once built, it’s hard to add extra features like windows, etc. However, steel sheds are built to last and be highly functional.
Resin Sheds
Resin sheds, also called plastic sheds or vinyl sheds, are the latest type of sheds that becoming more popular in recent times for several reasons. They are lighter, stronger and more durable than their counterparts. Resin sheds are also very attractive and often sometimes integrated with steel for ultimate strength and durability.
Resin sheds are maintenance-free and give you clean interior finishing. They are also UV protected and will not crack or fade away. They don’t need any painting like wood or steel sheds that require constant repainting to maintain. Resin shed kits are easily available on the market and require less knowledge to install and maintain effectively. They are easily the best option to choose from if you’re looking for material that will last you a long time and give you the freedom to customize their look.
Wooden Sheds
They are the most traditional type of sheds and are preferred by many individuals. They offer a warm, natural feel and are very easy to build, easy to maintain and can be painted with any color. Wooden sheds can also be easily customized inside, multiple shelves and cabinets can be hung from the walls to provide extra space.
Wooden shed kits are more expensive than resin or steel shed kits of comparable size. While wood is a very strong material, it can also very vulnerable. Harsh weather, water, and insects can easily destroy wooden sheds causing them to decay and breakdown. The paint finish on wooden sheds can also peel and fade over time, which will require you to repaint other implement other maintenance tactics.
If you want help picking out the best material for your backyard shed, then reach out to us. We would be more than happy to help you compare the different materials so that you can figure out which would be perfect to suit your needs.
