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Ticks all the boxes
This was my first internet purchase for a large item such as this and I could not really be happier. The transaction was easy and went ahead without any glitches. I ordered on the Sunday and the shed was delivered (for free) on the Wednesday. The driver called my mobile 1 hour before arriving which gave me useful notice to be ready.
The shed was delivered in 7 'sheets' with a separate pack containing support structures, screws and instructions. I also received the free paint treatment that Walton's are offering at the moment.
Initially I was impressed with the quality of the individual panels and made myself busy by thoroughly reading the instructions. They are clear enough to get the job done but I would say that you need a modest level of DIY know-how because a little interpretation is required when the graphics aren't excellent and/or the description is limited. I was suspicious of the rakish angled screws required to hold the front panel to the two non-perpendicular sides, but it worked fine in the end to be honest. The photographs on this website cleared up any doubt with regard to the construct of the door arrangement caused by lack of clear instruction.
I had elected to paint my shed prior to assembly as it would prove to be tricky once sited in its corner position. I cannot recommend this enough. I was able to take my time giving each panel two coats of a decent coloured timber treatment in the relative dry and comfort of my garage whist it rained outside. On a side-note, the free treatment provided did not seem to be of the highest quality. It was fairly 'watery' so I used it to give three decent coats to the base and also a quick layer of protection to the fence about to be hidden when my finished shed was positioned. The Cuprinol stuff I used to colour/treat the panels was of much higher quality.
For the base, I used the Walton's base building guide on this website. I went for a paving slab version using sand and cheap paving slabs from B&Q. It worked fine and time spent building a decent base will save you heartache in the future I suspect.
I actually built the shed on my own so I can honestly say it is possible to make a one-man build. It would have been easier and quicker with two though. I took my time and it was about 4 hours from start to finish to assemble. I had spent some time previously in building the base, painting the panels and cutting the roof felt to shape. It would be quicker with an electric screwdriver too - and less arthritic!
I assembled the shed with a slight overhang to the base I had built (using wood blocks to provide support where the front edges were off the proper base. When it was completed, I used a couple of friends to help with the quick job of moving it into position butted up against the fences in the corner. It is tight up against the two corner fences now and looks great.
I am very happy with the finished article. It is strong, fairly attractive and I'm certain will be good for many years service.
I would also recommend Walton's based on my experiences. I shopped around and while the product wasn't the very cheapest (Wickes offered a cheaper corner shed at the time).... I do believe that the quality of the product is much better than a lot of its similarly priced products.
Reviewed 03 October 2011 by David, Bristol
Waltons Corner Shed - Great Product!
After looking at another corner shed, I decided to go with Waltons, the slightly more expensive option. What mattered to me was the thickness of the paneling, and according to the statistics this shed was the sturdier, more solid option.
I decided to pay extra and have it built for me as I was busy with other things and didn't fancy a diy project. Having said that it did look pretty straight forward when it arrived.
The two guys built it in 40 minutes, which in my opinion is pretty damn quick and well worth the money! They did an absolutely brilliant job, weren't imposing in any way and kept a professional manner throughout. I was worried the shed would be too big but it looks perfect sat there in the corner.
The shed is now home to two bikes, two ladders, about 10 paint cans, a tool box and large hedge trimmer and it's not even half full!
We've had the shed for a almost a year now and it's still as good as new.
Reviewed 19 March 2010 by Saqib, Cardiff
Pretty good
Overall very pleased with shed, seemed to be good value compared to others, easy to erect with bit of assistance & looks good. Only niggles are that door threshold could be strengthened (did it myself) & angled front wall panel junctions are a bit open at joint and would think these could be designed bit better.
Reviewed 18 March 2010 by Cormac, Bolton