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DIY Storage Shed – Do it Just Like The Pros

storage sheds — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 12:23:09 +0000

Do It Yourself sheds seem to be all the rage these days. From garden shed kits, to storage shed plans, to garden shed designs, there is something for everyone that decides to go down the bold route of building their own shed.

We are going to look at a number of things that will help get you on your way to successfully build your own shed.

	12' X 16' Saltbox Style Storage Shed Project Plans -Design #71218 Sale Price: $18.95
	An affordable high quality set of plans how to build storage shed with a limited amount of time, tools and money for any level skill of builders. Plans are original professional design generated directly from Auto-Cad include complete material list, detail layout diagrams and easy follow step-by-step instructions so that anyone can understand what needs to be done...

	12' X 12' Saltbox Style Storage Shed Project Plans -Design #71212 Sale Price: $18.95
	An affordable high quality set of plans how to build storage shed with a limited amount of time, tools and money for any level skill of builders. Plans are original professional design generated directly from Auto-Cad include complete material list, detail layout diagrams and easy follow step-by-step instructions so that anyone can understand what needs to be done...

	8' X 8' Firewood Storage Shed Project Plans-Design #70808 Sale Price: $9.95
	An affordable high quality set of plans how to build storage shed with a limited amount of time, tools and money for any level skill of builders. Plans are original professional design generated directly from Auto-Cad include complete material list, detail layout diagrams and easy follow step-by-step instructions so that anyone can understand what needs to be done...

	8' X 16' Firewood Storage Shed Project Plans -Design #70816 Sale Price: $16.95
	An affordable high quality set of plans how to build storage shed with a limited amount of time, tools and money for any level skill of builders. Plans are original professional design generated directly from Auto-Cad include complete material list, detail layout diagrams and easy follow step-by-step instructions so that anyone can understand what needs to be done...

	10' X 12' Saltbox Style Storage Shed Project Plans - Design #71012 Sale Price: $16.95
	An affordable high quality set of plans how to build storage shed with a limited amount of time, tools and money for any level skill of builders. Plans are original professional design generated directly from Auto-Cad include complete material list, detail layout diagrams and easy follow step-by-step instructions so that anyone can understand what needs to be done...

	8' X 10' Firewood Storage Shed Project Plans -Design #70810 Sale Price: $12.95
	An affordable high quality set of plans how to build storage shed with a limited amount of time, tools and money for any level skill of builders. Plans are original professional design generated directly from Auto-Cad include complete material list, detail layout diagrams and easy follow step-by-step instructions so that anyone can understand what needs to be done...

	12' X 18' Saltbox Style Storage Shed Project Plans -Design #71218 Sale Price: $18.95
	An affordable high quality set of plans how to build storage shed with a limited amount of time, tools and money for any level skill of builders. Plans are original professional design generated directly from Auto-Cad include complete material list, detail layout diagrams and easy follow step-by-step instructions so that anyone can understand what needs to be done...

	8' X 12' Saltbox Style Storage Shed Project Plans -Design #70812 Sale Price: $14.95
	An affordable high quality set of plans how to build storage shed with a limited amount of time, tools and money for any level skill of builders. Plans are original professional design generated directly from Auto-Cad include complete material list, detail layout diagrams and easy follow step-by-step instructions so that anyone can understand what needs to be done...

	6' X 10' Saltbox Storage Shed/playhouse Plans - Design #70610 Sale Price: $12.95
	An affordable high quality set of plans how to build storage shed with a limited amount of time, tools and money for any level skill of builders. Plans are original professional design generated directly from Auto-Cad include complete material list, detail layout diagrams and easy follow step-by-step instructions so that anyone can understand what needs to be done...

	6' X 12' Saltbox Storage Shed/playhouse Plans -Design #70612 Sale Price: $12.95
	An affordable high quality set of plans how to build storage shed with a limited amount of time, tools and money for any level skill of builders. Plans are original professional design generated directly from Auto-Cad include complete material list, detail layout diagrams and easy follow step-by-step instructions so that anyone can understand what needs to be done...

Let me start by saying that people have different reasons for choosing Do It Yourself sheds. For some they relish the challenge of getting their teeth into something from the very beginning, and seeing it through to the very end.

Others might be thinking more of finances, and they believe that it is cheaper to build your own shed, than buy one from the shops. Then there are those of us that are just after the convenience that a storage kits offer.

So, the million-dollar question is “What is your own reason for wanting to buy a do it yourself shed”?

The first and most important step for assembling a DIY shed is to plan the work you are going to do. This includes:

Deciding on the material you are going to use. Do you want to use wood, metal, vinyl or plastic?
Are you going to design the shed yourself or would you rather get one of the commercially available garden shed designs and save yourself the bother of design
How big is your shed going to be? Allied to this is the intended purpose of the shed. If you are building a shed to store a large lawn mower then it needs to be larger than one that will be used for just storing the kids’ bikes.
How much do you want to spend? It is important to be aware that Do It Yourself sheds can range in price from a few hundred dollars to several thousands, so it is important to know up front what your budget is and plan accordingly.
Choose a location. You will need a flat surface for erecting the shed.

When you have decided on all these issues, it is then time to get down to the real business of buying materials and tools, getting them delivered and so on. In my opinion, you will save yourself a lot of aggravation by getting one of the many storage shed plans or garden shed plans that are available on the Internet.

Download one that suits your purpose, and use it as a general guide for the work ahead.

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Building A Storage Shed Door The Easy Way

storage sheds — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 12:00:36 +0000

So you want to take on the challenging task of building a shed door? I admire your determination, because most people I know would rather get their tooth pulled out than build a shed door themselves.

However, when you consider that a new door from a DIY retailer could cost in excess of $200, suddenly the option of building your own doesn’t seem so bad after all. Some of us don’t have a lot of money to throw around, so anything we can do to save even a few pennies is very useful.

Let’s set about building a shed door in a manner that even a first timer will feel comfortable with.

You will need to determine the measurement of the door opening for the door you want to build. Use a tape to measure the length and width of the opening.
Get a piece of plywood that is longer and wider than the opening you have just measured. For a single door, you will need to cut off a piece that is equal in width and length to the opening.
The next step involves painting the plywood and leaving it to dry for an appropriate amount of time.
About a foot below shoulder height, fit in the doorknob so that it is about 4 inches from the edge of the long side of the plywood.
Screw in one hinge a foot below the top of the door frame, and the other hinge a foot above the bottom of the door frame.
Also drill holes for the hinge a foot below one of the short sides of the plywood, and the other hinge one foot above the other short side.
Proceed to attach the door to the loose ends of the two hinges.

That is about it. You have not only succeeded in building a shed door, you have also fitted it to the shed. It wasn’t that difficult was it? Congratulations for taking the steps to build your own shed door.

It is important to get your measurements right, otherwise you will end up with a door that is either too small for the opening, or one that is over-sized and does not fit into the opening. Just one small mistake can prove to be very expensive, so it is in your interest to be very careful.

Looking to Buy a Wooden Storage Shed?

storage sheds — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 11:33:23 +0000

Wooden storage sheds are virtually synonymous with traditional sheds. Suffice it to say that wooden sheds have been around for ages, and are well and truly part of the furniture. The beautiful thing about them is that they never grow out of fashion. Look in any shed magazine, and often the most attractive and appealing sheds are bound to be the wooden ones.

Once upon a time, many centuries ago… if you wanted a wooden storage shed you would either have to be a carpenter or you had to have the money to employ one. That was the only way that you were going to get a wooden shed in your garden.

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	ABC Products" - Task Force ~ 4 - Piece Basic Home Use Tool Set (With Wooden Storage Base) Sale Price: $14.99
	Set of 4 basic tool set ~~1- 6 in. slipjoint pliers ~ 1- 6 in. lineman pliers ~ 1- 6 in. diagonal pliers ~ 1- utilty knife ~ 7 in 1 scewdivere ~~ Drop-forged from high-carbon steel for increased durability ~~ Durable wooden base for tools storage ~~ General-purpose selection of the most frequently used tools ~~ Bi-material handle provides a comfortable and secure grip.

	Solid Oak Spacesaver CD Dowel Cabinet Rack - Holds 84 CDs (Dark Oak) (15"H x 18.25"W x 6.5"D) Sale Price: $115.00
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	Solid Oak Spacesaver CD Dowel Cabinet Rack - Holds 84 CDs (Unfinished) (15"H x 18.25"W x 6.5"D) Sale Price: $115.00
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	Solid Oak Spacesaver CD Dowel Cabinet Rack - Holds 84 CDs (Honey Oak) (15"H x 18.25"W x 6.5"D) Sale Price: $115.00
	Organize your collection! With this well-crafted Solid Oak Spacesaver CD Dowel Cabinet Rack, you can store up to 84 of your favorite CDs! Constructed of powerful, kiln-dried solid oak, the Solid Oak Spacesaver CD Dowel Cabinet Rack is one tough customer -- with absolutely NO PARTICLEBOARD used in its production -- built from Solid Oak, with an Oak Ply backboard...

	Solid Oak Spacesaver CD Dowel Cabinet Rack - Holds 84 CDs (Clear) (15"H x 18.25"W x 6.5"D) Sale Price: $115.00
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	26 CD Dowel Storage Rack Finish: Clear Sale Price: $24.00
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	28 CD Storage Rack Finish: Clear Sale Price: $42.00
	206 / Clear Finish: Clear Organize your office environment while enhancing the appearance! These fine dowel and cabinet units are made with the same individual attention to detail and quality as the larger CD units, while sized for the office...

	67 CD Wall Mount Storage Rack Finish: Clear Sale Price: $88.00
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	Solid Oak Spacesaver CD Dowel Cabinet Rack - Holds 84 CDs (Dark Oak) (15"H x 18.25"W x 6.5"D) Sale Price: $115.00
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	70 CD Dowel Storage Rack Finish: Clear Sale Price: $77.00
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Fast forward time by a few centuries, and hooray, we have fairly cheap shed kits that let you build your own shed, even if you don’t know the difference between a carpet and a carpenter.

With a garden shed kit, the wooden shed is pre-fabricated, and all you have to do is put it together, put in a few screws here and there, and behold you have a new shed. Ok… it’s not quite as easy as that, but you get the picture, I hope.

To make things even better, there is such a wide variety of garden shed designs to choose from that you are bound to be spoilt for choice. Let’s put it this way… I wouldn’t want to be in your shoes if you were in the market for a new wooden shed.

But being the kind gentleman that I am, I am going to share three absolutely gorgeous choices with you.

First is the Cabana Cedar Garden Shed which is a delightfully tasteful shed that would satisfy even the most demanding requirements. It measures 9 feet by 6 feet, and is multipurpose in use.

Next we have the Kingston Wood Storage Shed by handy Home Products. It’s not very big in size, but the simplicity of its design is just ingenuous. It measures only 8 feet by 8 feet, and is ideal for storing garden tools.

I have chosen the Somerset Wood Storage Shed as the last choice. They call it a shed, but it looks more like a cabin to me. It measures 10 X 12, but presents an imposing façade.

Metal Storage Sheds Make Perfect Sense

storage sheds — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 10:39:47 +0000

For some reason, metal storage sheds are not very popular. When I consider the benefits offered by metal sheds, their lack of popularity never ceases to amaze me. Let’s look at some reasons why I think metal storage sheds make a lot of sense.

Contrary to popular opinion, metal sheds are not difficult to assemble. Many of them are made from aluminum, which means that they are not only strong, but very light as well. You can actually erect metal sheds without a foundation, and this is a huge saving in both time and cost. Erecting an aluminum shed does not require any carpentry skills, and that is relief to many of us.

In terms of cost, metal sheds will usually come in at about half the price of comparable wooden sheds. So if you are on a tight budget, this will be a big factor in your decision making.

	Arrow EZL83, Ezee Locker 8' x 3' Outdoor Storage Shed (EZL83) Category: Arrow Sheds List Price: $529.95 Sale Price: $391.76
	Item #: EZL83. DETAILS: The Ezee Series is well...Ezee! Experience the next generation of storage buildings with the new Ezee Shed line. Using exclusive "snap-together" technology, the Ezee Locker 8' x 3' assembles in less than two hours with snap-in connectors...

	DuraMax Model 00411 10x10 WoodBridge Vinyl Storage Shed List Price: $1,499.00 Sale Price: $1,017.00 Average Rating:
	DuraMax Model 00411 10'x10' WoodBridge Vinyl Shed, one of the 10' wide signature series, gives the ultimate solution to all storage needs. Large cubic storage space starting at 480 cu ft through 1944 cu ft there is no better valued vinyl storage shed in the market place today...

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Compared to wooden storage sheds, metal sheds do not rot, neither do they split nor warp. They don’t suffer from damp either. So in terms of maintenance and longevity, metal sheds are not exactly lacking.

That is not to say that metal sheds don’t have problems of their own. Steel sheds suffer from rust. This is a serious problem, but one that can be overcome by using aluminum instead of steel. Aluminum costs a lot more, but in the long run it works out cheaper.

Metal sheds are not the best looking sheds out there, I admit. So if appearance is important to you, then you will obviously have to opt for a different material.

There are lots of different metal sheds on the market, that sometimes the number of choices can be somewhat overwhelming. I can’t really help you in making a choice, I’m afraid, but what I can do is show you two models that appeal to me.

The first one is the Arrow Allington. This is an attractive shed that has floor dimensions of 10 X 12, with a wall height of 62 inches. It is easy to assemble and has a durable enamel finish.

The Arrow Estator is from the same manufacturer. It has floor dimensions of 10 X 14 with lots of floor room. It offers loads more storage space than you would expect from its dimensions.

Why not check these two models out and see if they suit you? If they don’t, there are still many more that you can choose from.

See the above selections I recommend.

Are Plastic Storage Sheds Worth Buying?

storage sheds — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 10:30:14 +0000

I don’t think the idea of plastic storage sheds had even been conceived when I was growing up. In those good old days when you thought of garden sheds, you would inevitably think of wooden sheds or metal storage sheds. How time have changed…

Even though I am reluctant to admit it, plastic storage sheds are a very good option to consider. There are many qualities, which make this the case, and we’ll be exploring a few them in this article.

	Suncast SS1000 Storage Seat List Price: $39.99 Sale Price: $31.99 Average Rating:
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	Akro-Mils 5905 Plastic Parts Storage Case for Hardware and Craft, Large, Clear List Price: $8.38 Sale Price: $7.96 Average Rating:
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	Clear lid with chili red rim and clear bottom for easy viewing of contents. Includes the following: 2 of the 1.25 cup, 1 each of the 2, 3, 5, and 7 cup containers. Microwave, freezer and dishwasher safe.

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Sterilite 29308001 3-Drawer Wide Cart with See-Through Drawers and Black Casters, White
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Sterilite 29308001 3 Drawer White Wide Storage Drawer CartSterilite 29308001 3 Drawer White Wide Storage Drawer Cart Features:; Durable storage cart; Features clear drawer front design that allows for easy identification of contents; Useful in any room of the home or office; Comfortable handles and easy slide-out drawers are simple to use; Casters are included to create rolling storage options; Great for crafts and hobby's; Assembled and ready to use; White; 15-1/4" x 21-3/4 x 24"

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I am always cost conscious, and the first thing I like about the plastic variety of storage sheds is that they are inexpensive. Plastic is generally a much cheaper material to produce than metal, and it is not a perishable resource like wood. This means that plastic sheds will give you a much better run for your money.

We all know that plastic is light… much lighter than either metal or wood. The benefit of this is that plastic is the ideal material for garden shed kits and for portable sheds. This also makes them easy to assemble, and if you decide to build your own shed, a plastic shed offers the easiest option. Traditional sheds can take a whole weekend to assemble, but with plastic the job can be finished in less than four hours.

In terms of maintenance, plastic storage sheds are second to none. Unlike metal sheds they don’t rust. Neither do they rot or split like wooden storage sheds. They are 100% waterproof and do not need repainting.
Basically, when you get plastic shed, you’ve got yourself a shed for life.

The one drawback I can think of is the fact that plastic sheds are easier to be blown over by gales and strong winds. It is important to bear this in mind, especially if you live in an area where strong winds are common place.

Weighing up all these factors, I have to admit that plastic sheds are indeed worth buying.

Vinyl Storage Shed – Versatility at its Best

storage sheds — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 10:18:04 +0000

I usually try to be impartial in my product review but when it comes to vinyl storage sheds I just can’t. There is just something about them that makes me go overboard. So please do bear with me if you find this article… erm a bit boisterous.

Let me start by stating that whoever said vinyl sheds are storage sheds really needs to get their heads examined as soon as possible. Vinyl sheds are so much more than storage sheds, and that is why I think the term ‘vinyl storage sheds’ is completely misleading.

Check out the following bestselling vinyl sheds for yourself you're sure to find one that will suit you:

	DuraMax Model 00911 5x3 YardMate Vinyl Storage Shed with floor List Price: $569.00 Sale Price: $436.00 Average Rating:
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	Arrow Vinyl Dallas 10'x8' Storage Shed (VD108) Category: Arrow Sheds List Price: $1,059.95 Sale Price: $696.47
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	DuraMax Model 00411 10x10 WoodBridge Vinyl Storage Shed List Price: $1,499.00 Sale Price: $1,017.00 Average Rating:
	DuraMax Model 00411 10'x10' WoodBridge Vinyl Shed, one of the 10' wide signature series, gives the ultimate solution to all storage needs. Large cubic storage space starting at 480 cu ft through 1944 cu ft there is no better valued vinyl storage shed in the market place today...

	Arrow VM 1012, Vinyl Milford 10'x12' Storage Shed (VM1012) Category: Arrow Sheds List Price: $1,262.97 Sale Price: $862.35 Average Rating:
	Item #: VM1012. DETAILS: Attractive horizontal siding combines with a vinyl coating to give you a handsome and durable storage solution. A roomy gable roof allows for plenty of headroom and space to work in or hang tools...

	DuraMax Model 00611 4x8 SideMate Vinyl Storage Shed List Price: $679.00 Sale Price: $611.93 Average Rating:
	DuraMax Model 00611 4'x8' SideMate Vinyl Shed leans against the side of your house or garage with enough high head room for tall gardening tools, 8 feet of depth for a large 154 cubic feet of storage space in a narrow corridor of your home and has a 30" door opening...

	DuraMax Model 00111 8x6 DuraMate Vinyl Storage Shed List Price: $699.00 Sale Price: $632.18
	DuraMax Model 00111 8'x6' DuraMate Vinyl Shed is ideal for most backyards. Shed was designed to meet the height requirements for most communities. It features wide 61" double doors with padlock eyes. Optional foundation and window kits are available...

	DuraMax Model 00811 5x8 YardMate Vinyl Storage Shed with floor List Price: $1,149.00 Sale Price: $1,101.90
	DuraMax Model 00811 5'x8' YardMate Vinyl Shed with vinyl floor included features a 5' wide format that is ideal for smaller yards or patios. This shed features a complete solid reinforced vinyl floor that eliminates the need for building a foundation...

Did you know that you could use vinyl sheds as play rooms for the kids? Did you know that you could even use some of the more modern designs for offices? So why on earth would anybody want to use something as good-looking and versatile as a vinyl shed for just storage? Hmm… really makes me wonder about some people.

Ok… so I’ve not convinced you that you can put a vinyl shed to better use than storage. If that’s the case, it’s your loss not mine. But just do me a wee favour, and hear me out.

Vinyl sheds suffer from neither rust nor mildew, which gives them an immediate advantage over metal and wooden sheds. They are also very easy to assemble, and usually come in prefabricated fairly cheap kits. So if you want to build your own shed, vinyl storage sheds are the perfect option.

With vinyl you are not limited to one boring color and texture. Vinyl offers so much variety that you can really let your imagination run wild. The good thing is that because vinyl is such a durable material, a vinyl shed will be around for a very long time.

Did I tell you that vinyl is very affordable? You won’t have to break the bank to get a good looking, easy to maintain, durable and high quality vinyl shed. Do you want to see some examples of vinyl sheds?

For a really basic vinyl shed, you can have a look at the Arrow Vinyl Northfield shed. This is a premium outdoor storage shed that is quite affordable. It measures 10 X 8 and is ideal for storing garden tools.

For something more upmarket, you could consider the DuraMax WoodBridge Vinyl Shed. It measures 10 X 13 and is made from durable all weather vinyl.

Storage Shed Kits – Convenient and Easy to Install

storage sheds — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 09:28:50 +0000

I used to think that real men did not use storage shed kits. You see I am from the old school, and I firmly believed that things had to be done the hard way, or not all. Why use a kit when I could use a saw? I wouldn’t want to be found dead with any of those fancy garden shed kits.

So what has changed? Well you see, I have grown older… not only older but wiser as well. I now value the importance of time far more than I used to when I was a young stud.

Here are some bestselling kits that can your job a lot easier:

	2x4basics Shed Kit, Peak Style Roof List Price: $69.99 Sale Price: $47.99 Average Rating:
	No Angle Cuts! You don't have to be an expert carpenter to put together a well-built shed. Only straight, 90 degree cuts are required � no miters or complex measurements are needed to build your own shed with our patented connectors...

	Fast Framer Universal Storage Shed Framing Kit Sale Price: $49.99 Average Rating:
	NO ANGLES TO CUT! Unique galvanized steel angles and base plates make erecting a building fast and easy! Perfect for constructing a storage shed, tool shed, mini-barn or boat house. Kit includes 24 steel angles, 12 base plates, material lists and plans for a 7 ft...

	2x4basics Shed Kit, Barn Style Roof List Price: $89.99 Sale Price: $65.51 Average Rating:
	No Angle Cuts! You don't have to be an expert carpenter to put together a well-built shed. Only straight, 90 degree cuts are required � no miters or complex measurements are needed to build your own shed with our patented connectors...

	2x4basics Easy-Up Enclosure Kit, Black List Price: $39.99 Sale Price: $29.99 Average Rating:
	With no angle cuts, assembly is simple using only a screwdriver and a saw. Only straight, 90 degree cuts are required � no miters or angles. Just add 2x2 (38 mm x 38 mm) and 2x4 (38 mm x 89 mm) lumber to our resin connectors to make a permanent, temporary, or portable enclosure quickly and easily...

	DuraMax 00114, 8' x 6' Stronglasting DuraMate Vinyl Storage Shed With Foundation Kit (00114-DM) Category: Duramax Vinyl Sheds List Price: $950.13 Sale Price: $586.00 Average Rating:
	Item #: 00114-DM. SHIPPING INFO: FREE SHIPPING on all DuraMax Sheds. This item ships via Freight Line Service (allow 2-4 weeks for delivery). Please see our Shipping Policy page for further detail. All DuraMax Shed sales are final...

	DuraMax 00614, 4' x 8' Stronglasting SideMate Vinyl Storage Shed With Foundation Kit (00614-DM) Category: Duramax Vinyl Sheds List Price: $949.38 Sale Price: $579.00
	Item #: 00614-DM. DETAILS: The SideMate shed is an easy-to-assemble outdoor storage solution designed to be placed on the side of your home. The contemporary design beautifies a backyard while maximizing space for yard tools or garden essentials...

	Crawford-Lehigh OR20 20 Piece Storage Hook Pack List Price: $10.99 Sale Price: $5.02
	20 piece. For home and garage. Everything needed to organize your garage and workshop. Vinyl coated. Gray color. Kit includes 2 model No. SS11 ladder hooks, 2 model No. SS28 plant hooks, 2 model No. SS13 tool hooks, 2 model No...

Arrow Foundation Kit for 5'x4' & 6'x5' Storage Sheds (FB5465) Category: Arrow Foundation Kits and Accessories
List Price: $155.58
Sale Price: $101.49

Item #: FB5465. DETAILS: Assembles in minutes. Keeps stored items off the ground. Strong hot-dipped galvanized steel. Perfect for plywood floor finish.For 5'x4' & 6'x5' Bldgs Customers also search for: Arrow Shed, arrow sheds, storage shed, utility building; garden shed, tool shed, outdoor storage shed, outdoor shed, outdoor storage, backyard shed, plastic storage shed, plastic shed, utility shed, outdoor storage bench, box outdoor storage, outdoor storage cabinet, outdoor storage unit, small storage shed, container outdoor storage, outdoor storage chest, outdoor plastic shed storage, bin outdoor storage, outdoor plastic storage, box outdoor plastic storage, bicycle outdoor storage, storage shed wholesale discount storage shed

	Anchor Kit, 2-Pack, #IS50017 List Price: $9.99 Sale Price: $9.99
	The ground anchor provides a strong method for securely anchoring greenhouses, dog kennels/runs, RoundTop garages, and even newly planted trees. This can quickly anchor anything without digging to help prevent wind damage and theft...

Ok… I will reluctantly admit that a few real men (like me) do use kits.

With kits, like the ones listed above, all the parts are already made, sized and treated. You don’t have to do anything, other than assemble them. The days of losing my fingers to my wily old saw are well and truly in the past. A shed that would take me a whole weekend to put up, can now be done on a Saturday morning. Hey, I am not complaining, at all.

Many of the kits also come with a choice of garden shed designs that you can use. This means that you are not limited to just one design. I think that is a great feature, because at the end of the day, variety is the spice of life.

In addition to the designs, they also come with instructions for assembling the parts. That means that even a twelve year old with half a brain can use one of these storage shed kits and set up a storage shed with very little outside help. Personally, I think that is great. Don’t you?

I used to think that these garden shed kits were only useful for plastic and portable sheds. I couldn’t have been further from the truth. Whatever type of shed you want, you will find a kit for it. Be it vinyl storage sheds, wooden sheds, metal sheds… name it and you’ll find it. They also come in different shapes and sizes too. Variety really is the spice of life..

As you would expect, all the kits are durable and resistant to the elements such as weather and insects. They have to satisfy stringent statutory standards otherwise they wouldn’t be approved by the authorities for sale. This means that you will frequently end up with a shed that outlives the one that you built yourself. How is that for irony?

Rubbermaid Storage Shed – High Quality at Affordable Prices

storage sheds — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 05:18:23 +0000

If you don’t live in the United States then you will certainly be forgiven for wondering what exactly rubbermaid storage sheds are. Don’t worry… you aren’t the only one, so I’ll start of this article by clearing up any confusion that you may have.

Rubbermaid storage sheds are simply a brand name for storage sheds that are made from very dense plastic. The high density of the plastic used makes the sheds very sturdy and durable. They have become very popular for this very reason.

Make your selection below from one of the bestselling rubbermaid sheds and save:

	Rubbermaid Horizontal Storage Shed, 32-cubic ft List Price: $259.99 Sale Price: $259.99 Average Rating:
	The Rubbermaid 3747 Large Horizontal Shed boasts 32 cubic feet of storage space, tough, durable floors, and molded-in grooves for one shelf (not included). This shed also has a hinged roof design with prop bar which provides easy accessibility to contents inside and lockable doors on the front (lock not included)...

	Rubbermaid 3749 Vertical Storage Shed, 17-cubic ft List Price: $249.99 Sale Price: $151.49 Used From: $142.99 Average Rating:
	The Rubbermaid 3749 Vertical Storage Shed boasts 17 cubic feet of storages space, a grid floor which helps keep long handled tools in place, and molded-in grooves for four shelves (not included). Two lockable doors (lock not included)...

	Rubbermaid 3746 Vertical Storage Shed, 52-Cubic Ft List Price: $445.99 Sale Price: $303.57 Average Rating:
	The Rubbermaid 3746 Large Vertical Storage Shed - 52 cu. Ft. has a grid floor which helps keep long handled tools in place and molded-in grooves for three shelves (not included). Two lockable doors (lock not included)...

	Rubbermaid 3753 Split-Lid Deck Storage Shed 18-Cubic Feet List Price: $189.99 Sale Price: $189.99 Average Rating:
	The Rubbermaid 3753 Split-Lid Deck Storage Shed - 18 cu. ft. has a hinged roof split-lid roof with a prop bar so that you can easily raise one side or the other. This storage shed has eight interlocking panels and a wood shelf included which are easy to assemble...

	Rubbermaid Easy Find Lid 24-Piece Food Storage Container Set List Price: $19.99 Sale Price: $9.99 Average Rating:
	The Rubbermaid Easy Find Lids 24 piece set includes (2) 0.5 cup Easy Find Lid Containers (2) 1.25 cup Easy Find Lid containers (2) 2.0 cup Easy Find Lid containers (2) 3.0 cup Easy Find Lid containers (2) 5...

	Rubbermaid 5F21 Deck Box with Seat List Price: $89.99 Sale Price: $88.99 Average Rating:
	The Rubbermaid Deck Box with Seat offers seating or serving space combined with storage. Featuring a Sandstone colored lid and floor and olive steel colored panels. New hinge design for improved accessibility and durability...

	Rubbermaid 5E15 FastTrack 19-1/4-by-11-1/4-by-7-Inch Shelf with Three Hooks, Satin Nickel List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: $24.99 Average Rating:
	Store small items that don't hang and hand tools that do on this handy, wall-mount storage unit. Set pots, gloves, cleaners and more on the wire shelf. Hang 3 small tools on the main hooks below, and hang your favorite gardening shirt and gloves from the smaller hooks on either side of the shelf...

	Rubbermaid 7J72 Easy Find Lid Square 14-Cup Food Storage Container List Price: $9.49 Sale Price: $6.80 Average Rating:
	The number one unmet need for food storage is container and lid organization. With Rubbermaid's new Easy Find Lids you'll find storage and organization a breeze! The Easy Find Lids snap together as well as snap to the bases for easy storage...

	Rubbermaid 7J71 Easy Find Lid Square 9-Cup Food Storage Container List Price: $7.99 Sale Price: $5.90 Average Rating:
	The number one unmet need for food storage is container and lid organization. With Rubbermaid's new Easy Find Lids you'll find storage and organization a breeze! The Easy Find Lids snap together as well as snap to the bases for easy storage...

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As you would expect these storage sheds are available as shed kits, which means that you will be able to build your own shed with one of these kits. If that is a route that you are comfortable taking then the rest of this article will help you assemble your rubbermaid outdoor storage shed with a minimum of fuss. Are you ready to get going?

Though Rubbermaid storage sheds are fairly easy to assemble, you will still need assistance. So the first thing to do is grab someone who is fairly nifty with his or her hands. Do not, I repeat… do not make the mistake of trying to do this all on your own.
You will need a flat surface to assemble the shed, so find one or make one yourself. Don’t try to cut corners with this, because you’ll regret it soon after you start. Don’t say I didn’t warn you!
Get out all the parts that come with the kit and lay them out nicely in groups on the flat surface you have identified.
The kit does not come with a ladder, but you will definitely need one, unless you are over seven feet tall. So get yourself a stepladder… you will need it later for the roof.
From this stage on, it just becomes a case of following the instructions that came with your rubbermaid shed kit.

Depending on how accomplished you and your helper are, it will take between two and four hours to completely assemble a rubbermaid shed. The beauty about this is that your four hour investment can last a lifetime because rubbermaid outdoor storage sheds really are that durable.

Buy Garden Storage Sheds

storage sheds — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 21:28:43 +0000

If you are looking for cheap garden sheds then you have a number of choices. You can get one of the more affordable garden shed kits; build your own shed; or get one of the portable sheds that are quite popular these days. Whatever option you choose it is likely to cost much less than buying the more traditional metal or wooden sheds.

	Rubbermaid 3749 Vertical Storage Shed, 17-cubic ft List Price: $249.99 Sale Price: $151.49 Used From: $142.99 Average Rating:
	The Rubbermaid 3749 Vertical Storage Shed boasts 17 cubic feet of storages space, a grid floor which helps keep long handled tools in place, and molded-in grooves for four shelves (not included). Two lockable doors (lock not included)...

	2x4basics Shed Kit, Peak Style Roof List Price: $69.99 Sale Price: $47.99 Average Rating:
	No Angle Cuts! You don't have to be an expert carpenter to put together a well-built shed. Only straight, 90 degree cuts are required � no miters or complex measurements are needed to build your own shed with our patented connectors...

	Rubbermaid Horizontal Storage Shed, 32-cubic ft List Price: $259.99 Sale Price: $259.99 Average Rating:
	The Rubbermaid 3747 Large Horizontal Shed boasts 32 cubic feet of storage space, tough, durable floors, and molded-in grooves for one shelf (not included). This shed also has a hinged roof design with prop bar which provides easy accessibility to contents inside and lockable doors on the front (lock not included)...

	Rubbermaid 3746 Vertical Storage Shed, 52-Cubic Ft List Price: $445.99 Sale Price: $303.57 Average Rating:
	The Rubbermaid 3746 Large Vertical Storage Shed - 52 cu. Ft. has a grid floor which helps keep long handled tools in place and molded-in grooves for three shelves (not included). Two lockable doors (lock not included)...

	Suncast GS4000 Vertical Garden Shed, 60-cubic ft List Price: $369.00 Sale Price: $334.97 Average Rating:
	Handy for all seasons, this 60-cubic-foot vertical shed stores everything from pool equipment to snow blowers. It can also accommodate long-handled tools, outdoor toys, and deck furniture. The double doors feature a foot latch to secure them to the floor and a built-in hasp for a padlock...

	Suncast SS1000 Storage Seat List Price: $39.99 Sale Price: $31.99 Average Rating:
	Suncast Storage Seat is ideal for you apartment - dwelling green thumbs! When you don't have a lot of space, organization is key. The Suncast Storage Seat is an ideal way to keep your gardening tools easily accessible when working on your balcony flower boxes, potted herb garden or tomato plants...

	Fiskars 7079 Big Grip Garden Knife List Price: $10.99 Sale Price: $8.99 Average Rating:
	The Fiskars big grip garden knife features a comfortable grip and an oversized tool head to provide added comfort and control. The garden knife is an ideal choice for digging, planting, weeding, and transplanting...

	Rubbermaid 3753 Split-Lid Deck Storage Shed 18-Cubic Feet List Price: $189.99 Sale Price: $189.99 Average Rating:
	The Rubbermaid 3753 Split-Lid Deck Storage Shed - 18 cu. ft. has a hinged roof split-lid roof with a prop bar so that you can easily raise one side or the other. This storage shed has eight interlocking panels and a wood shelf included which are easy to assemble...

	Suncast GS2000 Horizontal Storage Shed, 30-cubic ft List Price: $280.00 Sale Price: $199.99 Average Rating:
	Tidy up your yard, deck, or garage with this 30-cubic-foot horizontal storage shed from Suncast. Built with a ramp to accommodate two rolling 30-gallon garbage cans, the unit also comes in handy for storing mowers, sports equipment, and outdoor toys...

	Step2 5A0000 Garden Hopper Mobile Garden Stool and Storage List Price: $26.99 Sale Price: $19.99 Average Rating:
	As any gardener knows, even the best-laid plans for spending a day with the soil can be ruined by the necessity for repeated trips to the house or shed for the proper equipment. With the Step 2 Garden Hopper, however, it's possible to pack everything you need for a full day's gardening and take it all wherever you go...

If you decide to build your own shed then it is advisable to obtain one of the storage shed plans that are freely available on the Internet. The plan will show you all the materials you will need for your project, and the steps for assembling them together.

You can also buy garden shed plans from DIY shops. However, if your main objective is to find cheap garden sheds then you are better off going for one of the free plans.

Metal and wooden sheds are generally more expensive than plastic ones, so you will save quite a bit of money by opting for a plastic storage shed. Once again, your best bet is to trawl the Internet for the best deals. But there is one secret that I want to share with you.

You can get even bigger savings by finding discount coupons on the Internet. With some of these coupons you can make savings of up to 50%. Now that is what I call a proper discount.

I am in a particularly good mood this morning, so guess what? I am going to give you a few more tips.

You can also search for the main brands to see if any of them are doing special deals at the time. Some of the brands you can look out for are Sonoma, Pioneer, Haida, Palmerston, and Catalina. From time to time retailers offer deals with very generous savings for some of these popular brands.

Although they may not be cheap to begin with, by the time you include the discount you might be pleasantly surprised to find out that they work out just as cheap if not cheaper than the so called cheaper brands.

You might also consider second hand sheds. If you go to a website like CraigsList you are likely to find people who have put up their portable sheds for sale. If they are in good condition then you can end up paying a mere fraction of the price of a brand new storage shed.

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