Are Plastic Storage Sheds Worth Buying?
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.
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Suncast SS1000 Storage Seat List Price: $39.99 Sale Price: $31.99 Average Rating:   |
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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... |
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Suncast GS2000 Horizontal Storage Shed, 30-cubic ft List Price: $280.00 Sale Price: $199.99 Average Rating:  |
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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... |
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Suncast RTC100 Storage Trends, Rolling Tool Cart List Price: $49.00 Sale Price: $34.03 Average Rating: |
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Suncast's rolling yard tool cart will hold up to 20 large and 17 small tools, and it's designed for stability and mobility. A sturdy steel core and heads-down tool storage give it a low center of gravity, and the cart comes mounted on four casters... |
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Suncast C3600G Utility Storage Base Cabinet List Price: $99.99 Sale Price: $63.53 Average Rating:  |
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SUNCAST Poly Storage Cabinets are constructed of durable resin material, practical cabinets snap-together in minutes without tools. Adjustable 75-lb. capacity shelves. Doors will accommodate a lock (lock not included)... |
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Akro-Mils 5705 Plastic Parts Storage Case for Hardware and Craft, Small, Clear List Price: $9.99 Sale Price: $4.18 |
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Small Storage Case, 2 Fixed Dividers, Adjustable Dividers Included With Every Case, Small Cases Include 4 Front To Back Adjustable Dividers, Grid Design In Lid Keeps Items In Compartments From Migrating, Molded In Feet Allow Cases To Sit Upright. |
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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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Large Storage Case, 2 Fixed Dividers, Adjustable Dividers Included With Every Case, Large Cases Include 4 Front To Back Adjustable Dividers, Grid Design In Lid Keeps Items In Compartments From Migrating, Molded In Feet Allow Cases To Sit Upright. |
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Rubbermaid Lock-its 12-Piece Food Storage Container Set List Price: $32.99 Sale Price: $12.67 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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Akro-Mils 10724 24-Drawer Plastic Parts Storage Hardware and Craft Cabinet, 20-Inch by 16-Inch by 6-1/2-Inch, Black/Grey List Price: $37.78 Sale Price: $24.24 Used From: $25.99 Average Rating:  |
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AKRO" 24 DRAWER CABINET 24 Drawer Cabinet, Rugged High Impact Polystyrene Frame Resists Damage In Shipping & Storage Frame Back Interlocks Into Face Of Cabinets To Endure Abuse & Extreme Temperatures No Glued Backs To Fall Apart Cabinets Stack Or Wall Mount Dividers Not Included. |
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Sterilite 29308001 3-Drawer Wide Cart with See-Through Drawers and Black Casters, White List Price: $34.99 Sale Price: $17.00 Average Rating: |
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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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Suncast DB5000 Deck Box, 50-gallon List Price: $79.00 Sale Price: $49.99 Average Rating: |
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Crafted from sturdy poly, Suncast's weatherproof deck box is a great way to protect your tools, sporting equipment, or firewood. With clean lines and a roomy 6.68 cubic feet of storage space, it's a sure bet for your patio or yard... |
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.
