Guides & Advice

Buying a garden building is a big decision, so we've put our advice in one place. Start with the planning guides if you're at the early stages, then use the brand buying guides to compare ranges. If you can't find what you need, WhatsApp us or call 01543 398778.

Planning your garden building

Do I need planning permission for a garden building? Permitted development, the 2.5m boundary rule, conservation areas and building regulations explained.
What size shed or greenhouse do I need? Nominal vs actual sizes, what fits and how much space to leave.
Choosing and preparing a base Concrete, slabs, timber frame and plastic bases compared.
Best garden sheds UK: how to choose the right shed Sheds by use, cladding types, the best wood for sheds, roofs, floors, security and guarantees.
Best small sheds for small gardens Slim storage sheds, tool stores, corner sheds, bike sheds and made-to-measure sizes.
What timber is best for sheds? Treatment, frame sizes, cladding thickness and timber for bases and roofs.
Shed storage ideas and potting shed ideas Shelving, hooks, benches, staging and layouts that keep a shed tidy.
Greenhouse buying guide: the best greenhouse for beginners Size, frame, glazing, vents, staging and bases, with good first greenhouses.

Shop by size and type

Know roughly what you want? These pages gather the matching buildings we sell in one place, with what to look for in each.

6x4 sheds The classic first shed for tools, a mower and garden furniture.
8x6 sheds The all-rounder size for bikes, a mower and shelving.
10x8 sheds Big storage, or storage plus a workbench.
Apex sheds Traditional roof with the most headroom along the middle.
Pent sheds Low-profile sheds for fences, walls and boundaries.
Heavy-duty sheds Stronger frames, thicker cladding, steel and concrete.
Workshop sheds Wide doors, good light and room to work.
Security sheds Better locks, hinges and windows for bikes and tools.
Potting sheds Half shed, half greenhouse, with staging and glazing.
Sheds with a base Which base kit matches which shed, and sheds that need no base.

Garden rooms and log cabins

Garden office buyer's guide Insulation, electrics, internet, heating, and timber frame vs SIPs vs log cabin.
Log cabin wall thickness explained What 19mm to 70mm logs are each good for.
Insulated sheds with electricity Insulation options, getting power in safely (Part P), condensation and heating.

Looking after your building

Looking after your timber garden building Treatment, re-treating, roofing felt, condensation and winter care.
Shed ventilation: how to stop condensation, damp and mould Vents, airflow under the floor, roofs, vapour barriers and a quick checklist.

Brand buying guides

Ordering and after you buy

Comparisons

Log cabin vs garden room vs SIPS garden office How each is built, how warm it is, who puts it up and which suits you.
Timber vs metal vs concrete: which shed or garage? Maintenance, bases, installation, security and guarantees compared.
Glass vs polycarbonate greenhouses Light, warmth, safety and care, plus which models offer each option.
Apex vs pent shed Headroom, height near a boundary and which roof suits your garden.
Potting shed vs greenhouse Which you need, plus half shed, half greenhouse combi buildings.
Which shed brand is right for me? Power Sheds, Suresheds, Sovereign and Shedlands side by side: cladding, framing, guarantees, installation and lead times.

Local areas we cover

We deliver across mainland England, Scotland and Wales. These pages cover the towns closest to our Display Site: how far it is to visit, how delivery and installation work, and who to ask about planning.

See buildings in person

Our Display Site at Buzzards Valley, Tamworth B78 3EQ is open 7 days a week. Drop in any day, or book an appointment, to stand inside a building and get a feel for size, height and finish. What's on show changes, so call 01543 398778 if there's something particular you'd like to see.