Insulated Garden Rooms are typically cheaper than the cost of a home extension, cause less disruption and provide a work space separate from the home. So you have the benefits of a short commute with clear physical boundaries between work and home life.
Have you ever wondered where the concept of a log cabin began? From humble roots to becoming a symbol of the American dream, the modern log cabin has now evolved into the ultimate garden building.
Log cabins are an affordable and practical alternative to a home extension, offering extra living space without the lengthy and expensive construction process.
If you’ve installed a wood-burner or re-instated an old fireplace to heat your home through the winter, keep your logs neatly stacked and easily-accessible in a dedicated log store.
Setting up a home gym is simpler than you might think. And if you create your gym inside a garden building or shed, you won’t need to lose a room or build an extension to do it.
Win a Waltons 6 x 4 Garden Bar worth over £600 in our new competition. What better way to enjoy sunny afternoons than in the comfort of your very own beer garden?
The best way to make sure you select the right playhouse for your children is by talking to other parents who already own one. We asked some of our favourite family bloggers for their advice.
With summer just around the corner, it's time to break out the deck chairs, fancy glasses and sunscreen, because your garden is the perfect place to beat the heat in style!
Playhouses are a great way to encourage imaginative play and creativity in children. But, why settle for something plain and ordinary when you can create a space that reflects your child's unique personality and interests?
Some of the best family memories are made together in the garden, but it is often an area of the house that is left neglected. However, it doesn’t need to be! There are so many ways to transform even a small garden to suit everyone in the family.
The Waltons Ready Painted Helios summerhouse competition has now closed and the winner has been contacted. Keep an eye out on our blog and socials for future competitions.
So we spoke to Anne to get the details on why she chose the 10 x 8 Helios Summer House, how she created this stunning space and where her inspiration came from.
Here at Waltons, there’s nothing we love more than seeing how our customers choose to decorate their garden buildings. So you can imagine how happy we were when Danni got in touch to tell us all about her summer house!
Who doesn’t fantasise about having their very own pub in the garden one day?We’ve put together some of our favourite garden pubs or alcohol-themed summer houses from our customers to inspire you.
A Waltons customer, John from Buckinghamshire, shares his experience with choosing a summer house for himself and his wife to enjoy in their retirement.
Transform your 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.
Do you know your overlap from your shiplap? The world of cladding can be overwhelming, but don’t worry, we’re here to help and ensure you pick the perfect wooden shed for you.
The Waltons modular shed competition has now closed and the winner has been contacted. Keep an eye on Waltons social media or our competition page for future giveaways.
The Waltons Victorian greenhouse competition has now closed and the winner has been contacted. Keep an eye on our competition page for future giveaways.
Are you looking to liven up outdoor play? Or, maybe you’re simply after a way to keep your child’s playshop or playhouse in keeping with the rest of the garden? Well, with these 5 simple steps you can give your Buttercup Playshop new zest, just like we have here!
We give you the lowdown on the whole process, from planning for your power needs, to choosing an electrician, helping out with the installation, and keeping the job on track.
Here we take a look at on and off-grid options for both water supply and drainage. From water butts to digging trenches for your mains supply, we give you all the info you need to get you started.
This quick guide and video tutorial shows you how to lay shingles onto an apex roof, but you can cover any flat or pent shed roof in less than a day, using the same techniques.
Does your shed's roofing felt need replacing? Fitting a felt roof is easy when you know how. All you need is a ladder, a few basic tools, and this free guide and video tutorial.
Want to get online from your shed, garden office, or workshop – but not sure which is the best way? Here we bring you a comprehensive guide to all the main solutions.
Want a woodcutter’s cottage? Or the ultimate two-storey playzone? We’ve put together some fantastic ideas from our customers to help you create the playhouse of your children’s dreams!
From designing your base and ordering your wood through to practical construction tips, this step-by-step guide contains everything you need to get started.
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 the definitive guide to decorating your shed.
How do you know if your new garden building needs planning permission? Our free pdf guide will help you through the process and keep you on the right side of the law!
Know what your legal rights and responsibilities are as a garden-owner? If not, it's time to brush up on 7 of the most useful garden laws to keep you and your neighbours happy.
The Waltons corner shed competition has now closed and the winner has been contacted. In the meantime, here’s why this gorgeouswooden shedis so popular. Keep an eye on ourcompetition pagefor future giveaways.
If you’re thinking about what to grow in the school greenhouse this year, go for fruits and vegetables. Here’s a handy list of carefully chosen fruit and veg that are perfect for growing in a school greenhouse.
Growing flowers and plants in a school greenhouse is a rewarding project. Here are some of the best plants and flowers to sow and grow in your school greenhouse.
Need inspiration for decorating a summer house? Take a look at our customers amazing summer house designs, from calm spaces to party zones - it's all here!
Brewing beer in a garden shed can give you your very own dedicated space which doesn’t take up room in your home. Our guide explains how to brew beer in a garden shed.
Want some tips to make your garden office a productive and happy space to work? We caught up with interior designers Joanna Thornhill and Annie Golledge to find out how they styled their own garden room offices.
If you’re struggling for space in your home it's time to bite the bullet and install a garden office. We've asked lifestyle bloggers for their top tips on how to set up an office in your garden, and how to make your new workspace a happy and productive place to be...
The Waltons Dutch Barn Playhouse competition has now closed and the winner has been contacted. Keep an eye on our competition page for future giveaways.
Are you a budding potter, or a professional artist with no room to work at home? Converting your boring storage shed into a fully equipped studio could be the perfect solution.
Read our helpful guide and learn how to turn your shed into the ultimate man cave. Our free guide explains in detail how to turn your shed into a comfy space for games, movies, hobbies or even a bar!
Your shed or outbuilding is only as good as the foundations you build it on. This Waltons guide helps you decide which base is right for you and provides step-by-step instructions to walk you through the build.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you to convert an existing or new wooden shed into a comfortable, warm and dry haven for reading, crafting or just relaxing with a glass of something nice.
If you’re looking for a step-by-step guide to help you convert an existing or new wooden shed into your own fully-equipped workshop, this guide will make it a reality.
We challenged four family bloggers to decorate identical playhouses from Waltons, keeping to a budget of less than £50. Check out these cost-effective ideas for customising a wooden playhouses.
Here’s your quick guide to the materials and installation techniques you'll need to turn your shed into a warm, dry space, so you can get the most from it.
To help make sure you don't come a cropper when thieves come calling, here's your guide to making sure your garden building's contents are fully insured.
But by installing an adequate ventilation system, you can keep the heat and damp under control, creating an environment that’s pleasant and appealing to work in. Here’s how.
To help you protect your shed from thieves, our guide to shed security gives you the low down on securing the roof and windows, choosing the right doors and locks, protecting your shed's contents, installing an alarm, and checking your insurance.
Buying a metal shed? Find out just how easy it is for you, plus a friend, to assemble a metal shed from scratch. Here's our detailed guide to erecting a metal apex shed.
Wondering about the best way to dismantle your old shed? The safest method is start at the top and work your way down, beginning with fascias and trims.To help get you started, here's our guide to dismantling your shed.
Here are five top tips to help keep your wooden playhouse in an excellent state of repair and ensure it stands up to many years of active children’s fun!
The Waltons log cabin competition has now closed and the winner has been contacted. Keep an eye out on our social media orcompetition pagefor future giveaways.
If you run your own business, work from home, or need a secluded place to study, an insulated garden room is the ideal solution. Here's 7 tips from the expert at Waltons for creating the perfect shed study in your own garden.
We spoke to a range of ‘shedworkers’ who have taken to their gardens to work. They told us why shedworking works for them, whether they’re using their garden buildings as offices or art studios.
Research shows that working from home helps you to be more productive, to achieve a better work-life balance, and even makes you happier. Here’s why you need a garden office.
