{"id":503,"date":"2024-12-05T12:45:10","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T17:45:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/?p=503"},"modified":"2024-12-05T12:45:11","modified_gmt":"2024-12-05T17:45:11","slug":"storage-shed-buying-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/storage-shed-buying-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Storage Shed Buying Guide &#8211; 6 Things To Check Before You Buy One"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:56.25%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Most homes today are overstuffed, and yours is probably no exception. We tend to buy new things without getting rid of what they&rsquo;re supposed to replace. Other times, we simply get new things just because. And then, we accumulate family memorabilia that we just can&rsquo;t part with. Outdoor sheds solve our need for extra room. But how do I know which shed is right for me, you might ask? Here&rsquo;s a <strong>storage shed buying guide<\/strong> to help you decide.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-1200x675.jpg\" alt=\"wooden storage shed nicely landscaped.\" class=\"wp-image-27466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-960x540.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20675'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='675'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"wooden storage shed nicely landscaped.\" class=\"wp-image-27466 eager-load\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-1200x675.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-960x540.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/wooden-storage-shed.jpg 1600w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image credit: Depositphotos.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Don&rsquo;t let buying a shed overwhelm you. Follow this process to select your shed: these buying tips will make it easier than you thought.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage Shed Buying Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Check permission requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re renting, you&rsquo;d have to run the idea by your landlord. If you own your place, check for existing zoning rules relating to a storage shed. This could include stopping by your homeowner&rsquo;s association&rsquo;s office to see if there are rules about sheds you are unaware of. Before you go hunting for the best storage shed, you want to be sure no one&rsquo;s going to knock on your door with an order to take it down later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Choose a shed that matches your home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is smart to choose a shed that blends in with your home and garden. You don&rsquo;t want a Victorian-looking storage shed if you live in a neighborhood of contemporary-designed homes. It will just be out of place and uncomfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Choose functionality versus aesthetics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Outdoor sheds are primarily utility structures. If you want it to be cute, too, that&rsquo;s fine. Just make sure it&rsquo;s stable and roomy enough to hold your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/gardening-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">gardening tools<\/a> and your stuff in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Research prices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before going to your neighborhood&rsquo;s home improvement shop, do your research and get a feel for the price range of the shed you&rsquo;re interested in. Some Googling can show you the current prices before your emotions become involved at the store. Prices for outdoor sheds can vary, starting at a couple hundred dollars and going up to several thousand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Choose the shed type wisely<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Aluminum sheds are never pretty by themselves. However, they&rsquo;re the most durable. The coating reduces corrosion and adds to its longevity while making it look a bit prettier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outdoor sheds made from wood are definitely attractive choices and you&rsquo;ll find plenty in the market. They are, however, prone to fire and require a lot of maintenance to avoid molds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vinyl is often a practical choice for many as it needs little attention except a power wash once in a while and lasts a long time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/rubbermaid-storage-sheds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rubbermaid storage sheds<\/a> are one of the best gardener sheds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Know your size<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How much space do you have in the yard for your shed? Before going shopping, know your size range. You don&rsquo;t want to bring home something that does not fit, and taking it back to the store is an unnecessary hassle you could certainly avoid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Buy A Storage Shed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Outdoor sheds can help organize your outdoor area, from keeping your mower in to organizing your garden tools and storing pet food.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, a shed can be used for more than storage. It can also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/how-to-build-a-firewood-shed\/\">keep firewood safe<\/a> and serve as a craft studio, summer kitchen, or children&rsquo;s playhouse. Here are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/ways-to-use-your-shed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">7 ways to use your storage shed for more than just storage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep the area around your shed mulched for easy maintenance, or go all out and plant your favorite flowers to create a quiet space. For some inspiration, check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/landscaping-ideas-for-sheds\/\">charming landscaping ideas for sheds<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage.jpg\" alt=\"a collage of shed landscaping ideas.\" class=\"wp-image-27469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-70x70.jpg 70w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-728x728.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-960x960.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage.jpg\" alt=\"a collage of shed landscaping ideas.\" class=\"wp-image-27469 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-70x70.jpg 70w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-728x728.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-960x960.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.backyardgardenlover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shed-landscaping-collage.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image credit: Backyard Garden Lover.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Where To Buy Storage Sheds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have several choices of where to buy a storage shed for your backyard. You could go to a local specialty store, a hardware\/construction store like Home Depot or Lowe&rsquo;s, or you can buy your shed online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the more popular <strong>online stores selling storage sheds is Fifth Room<\/strong>. You can also <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=storage+shed&amp;linkCode=ll2&amp;tag=bgl-bl-20&amp;linkId=a745f49087c8cae390af5132e22d0e89&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">buy sheds from Amazon:<\/a><\/strong> they have all sizes and from many manufacturers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B007YV7OTS\/?tag=bgl-img-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Gizoon Outdoor Resin Storage Shed, 6x4 FT Plastic Garden Shed for Patio Furniture, Lawn Garden Tools, Bike, Outdoor Storage House with Reinforced Floor Double Lockable Doors, All-Weather Colorfast\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0D1R732M2\/?tag=bgl-img-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51bYJNzpSpL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Gizoon Outdoor Resin Storage Shed, 6x4 FT Plastic Garden Shed for Patio Furniture, Lawn Garden Tools, Bike, Outdoor Storage House with Reinforced Floor Double Lockable Doors, All-Weather Colorfast\" title=\"Gizoon Outdoor Resin Storage Shed, 6x4 FT Plastic Garden Shed for Patio Furniture, Lawn Garden Tools, Bike, Outdoor Storage House with Reinforced Floor Double Lockable Doors, All-Weather Colorfast\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51bYJNzpSpL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Gizoon Outdoor Resin Storage Shed, 6x4 FT Plastic Garden Shed for Patio Furniture, Lawn Garden Tools, Bike, Outdoor Storage House with Reinforced Floor Double Lockable Doors, All-Weather Colorfast\" title=\"Gizoon Outdoor Resin Storage Shed, 6x4 FT Plastic Garden Shed for Patio Furniture, Lawn Garden Tools, Bike, Outdoor Storage House with Reinforced Floor Double Lockable Doors, All-Weather Colorfast\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most homes today are overstuffed, and yours is probably no exception. We tend to buy new things without getting rid of what they&rsquo;re supposed to replace. Other times, we simply get new things just because. And then, we accumulate family memorabilia that we just can&rsquo;t part with. 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