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Garden Shed Guides and Ideas

Looking for ways to turn your shed into a perfect summerhouse, she shed or something more unusual? We've got great tips, advice and examples from people who've already found some fantastic uses for their shed.

Why buy a plastic shed?

Plastic sheds are low maintenance, easy to install storage solutions. Learn more with our guide

The anatomy of a shed

Check out our infographic for a full breakdown of all the different parts that make up a shed, log cabin or garden office.

Customer story: Allen's playhouse

Allen tells us all about his daughter's new playhouse!

Ten favourite facts about sheds

You may love your garden shed, but how brushed up are you on the strange history of this humble garden shelter? Here's 10 quirky shed facts that you ought to know!

10 famous companies that started in a shed

We bet you didn't know that these global businesses started in a shed

Shed maintenance - tips from the experts

Get your shed ship-shape and ready for the summer! Here are our top tips for shed maintenance.

Create a Craft Room!

Curious about how to transform your shed into a beautiful craft room? Read our hints and tips for the best way to turn your tool storage into something wonderful.

10 genius ways to organise your shed

Messy shed? Take a look at our 10 genius ways to organise your garden shed and keep it tidy and clutter-free.

How to decorate your shed

Get some inspiration to help you decorate your shed, with advice and tips from top interior designer Sally Coulthard, author of 'Shed Decor' and 'Shedchic'. Here's is the definitive guide to decorating your shed.

Waltons' ultimate guide to buying a shed

Looking for a new shed? Let our free downloadable guide help you make the right choice

How to get mains power to your shed

Discover how to get mains power to your shed with our handy guide. We give you the lowdown on the whole process, from planning for your power needs, to choosing an electrician, through to what you can do yourself to help cut costs.

How to turn your garden shed into a summerhouse

Transform your garden shed into a chic summer house in which to relax and unwind courtesy of our handy guide. here you'll find great advice on everything from preparing and painting your shed to insulation, storage solutions and design inspiration.