Introduction
Whether you’re using your outdoor storage shed to store lawn equipment, gardening tools, or perhaps even a motorcycle or two, it’s important to make it look its best. After all, when someone looks at your storage shed, they might be able to tell whether you take care of yourself and your home by how well-kept everything looks. Luckily for us all (especially those who are just too busy), there are some easy steps we can follow that will make our sheds look great…
Storage Shed Design
There are many types of storage sheds, and it can be difficult to know what one you need. Here’s a list of some of the most common types:
- Sheds with windows and doors – These are great for storing items that need to be kept out of direct sunlight and/or rain. Windows allow for cross ventilation, so as long as there’s no glass in them (for safety reasons), they’re ideal for storing appliances or other items that produce heat.
- Storage sheds without windows or doors – These tend not to have any openings, but instead have vents on top which provide air circulation. They’re usually more affordable than the other options listed above because they don’t have the extra material needed for glass or wooden door frames (which means they’re also lighter).
Store-It-Right
- Store it right.
- Store it right, part two.
- Don’t store your stuff all at once; that’s not a good way to store anything!
The Front Door
The first thing you should consider is the front door. You want it to be large enough to comfortably fit a full-size lawn mower or toolbox, so make sure it is at least 6 feet high and 4 feet wide. If your shed is going to be used frequently, it should also have a lock; this will help prevent theft of your valuables if someone breaks into the building. Finally, make sure that the door of your storage unit blends in well with whatever color scheme you have surrounding it: wood doors work well with rural settings while metal can complement modern designs easily.
The Windows
Windows are another major part of the shed design. They should be large enough to let in light and air, but small enough to keep out unwanted guests. You’ll want them to have a lot of glass so that there is plenty of light coming in, but you also need to make sure they’re secure enough not to get broken. The best way to do this is by getting windows that have security bars attached right into their frames so that no one can break or bend them out of shape easily.
If you want your shed looking good then you’ll need some style when it comes down to these things! One way would be by using some fancy windows – ones that are really unique and look great against any background color scheme; something like these: http://wwwandthenwkdqcmbpfjcbxfzkltnza0e2vwg6sx6rcmhfyls9s9cpt6pjdz7bryhmc2n78gwmeyfm2q897amu3qho4/
The Exterior
- The exterior should be well-constructed.
- Don’t skimp on materials, even if it costs a little more upfront.
- Make sure the exterior is well-painted, and that you do not use subpar paint products (we’ll talk about this more in a minute).
- Keep the exterior maintained by having regular inspections every six months to ensure everything is in good working order—and keep track of what needs fixing or replacing over time so you can plan ahead!
- Decorate your outdoor storage shed with lovely things like flowers and plants, or even just some nice landscaping around it! If you’re feeling fancy add an outdoor light fixture near the entrance so that people can see where they’re going at night when they come visit their stuff inside your shed 😉
The Interior
- The interior of your shed is just as important as the exterior.
- Your storage shed should be organized, neat, and clean.
- Make sure that everything inside is put away so that it doesn’t take up space or look messy.
- A well-maintained storage shed will keep your items safe from the weather and thieves.
Don’t let your storage shed look like a shabby, abandoned outhouse. Make it look great!
- Make sure your shed is secure.
- Make sure your shed is dry.
- Make sure your shed is clean and well-ventilated, if not in a garage or basement (if you have one), then at least on the outside of your home where it can be seen by others passing by who might be interested in buying it from you when they see how nice it looks!
- Don’t let your outdoor sheds get disorganized; keep everything in order so that when someone asks if they can store something in there for awhile while they save up money for something else they want more than what’s currently inside their storage unit (which are usually full anyway), then says something like “I’ll bring over whatever I’m storing here later this week”, don’t hesitate because all those things will still be there waiting patiently when he/she arrives – just make sure that person isn’t actually planning on stealing them without paying first though!
Conclusion
We hope these tips have helped you get started on the right foot with your outdoor storage shed. We know how frustrating it can be when you realize that your water-damaged wood is rotting away, your siding is peeling off, and your garage door isn’t going up anymore. But don’t give up! We believe that with a little bit of effort, patience and creativity—and maybe even some help from friends or family members—you can build something beautiful out of what seems like nothing at first.