Shed Advice & Guides

Straight answers from the people who build and fit sheds every week.

Do I Need a Base for My Shed?

## Do you actually need a base? Yes, you always need a solid base for your shed to sit on. It can come in a few different forms, but the key thing is the same every time: - It needs to be solid and strong - Common choices are concrete, slabs, timber frame, decking, or gravel - Putting a shed straight on grass is a big no no

Buying Advice·3 min read

What Shed Size Do I Need?

When it comes to shed sizes, it's always better to go a little bigger than end up wishing you did. We've built everything from 30ft workshops down to 4ft storage boxes, and that range has shown us exactly what size suits each use case. For most people looking to store general garden equipment, lawnmowers, tools, bikes, the most common size we sell is 8ft x 6ft, which comfortably fits everything with room to spare. But if you've got a bit more to store, or just want more space to move around in, here's how each size actually compares in real terms.