need a garden shed

[killster1]

is that what its called? i want to store some things / lawn mower chainsaws etc..
looking for a decent deal since i keep missing the costco ones

https://www.samsclub.com/p/8x17-storage-shed-dual-entry/prod21224852 this one was 2k at samsclub but also missed that sale, any one recommend acertain one? i really like the lifetime brand.

no budget really but 1000-3000 would be nice, rather have plastic then wood also.

 

[bbhaag]

Yep garden shed is the right term to use. Two years ago we bought a custom built 8x12 shed from a local place around here called https://countrysidebarns.com/. Craftsmanship was pretty good when it arrived and so far it has held up really well but it's still to early to tell how long the build quality will last.

Anyway, I guess my point is try giving the smaller places like this in your area a shot. They might surprise you on price/features versus what is available at the box stores. One last thing to mention is I know you said you would prefer plastic over wood which is fine but my past experience with plastic sheds like you linked to has been bad. Especially if you are in an area that gets windy. We went through two of the plastic ones before biting the bullet and purchasing the wooden framed one with a steel roof.

One of them was a Rubbermaid and the other was a Lifetime. Both only lasted around three years before the elements just tore through them. One of them ended up in pieces in a corn field about three hundred feet from the pad but I don't remember which brand it was. haha I wish we would have just put the cash toward the one from Countryside first instead of the other two....

 

[killster1]

Yep garden shed is the right term to use. Two years ago we bought a custom built 8x12 shed from a local place around here called https://countrysidebarns.com/. Craftsmanship was pretty good when it arrived and so far it has held up really well but it's still to early to tell how long the build quality will last.

Anyway, I guess my point is try giving the smaller places like this in your area a shot. They might surprise you on price/features versus what is available at the box stores. One last thing to mention is I know you said you would prefer plastic over wood which is fine but my past experience with plastic sheds like you linked to has been bad. Especially if you are in an area that gets windy. We went through two of the plastic ones before biting the bullet and purchasing the wooden framed one with a steel roof.

One of them was a Rubbermaid and the other was a Lifetime. Both only lasted around three years before the elements just tore through them. One of them ended up in pieces in a corn field about three hundred feet from the pad but I don't remember which brand it was. haha I wish we would have just put the cash toward the one from Countryside first instead of the other two....

there will be very close to zero wind chances for the shed as a fence on 2 sides and a wall on the other. Not very windy here either. More worried about bugs eating the wood and rotting. i would hope for more than 3 years from a plastic shed, i m sure i can reinforce a little if needed (sure hope at least) thnx for the idea but still sticking with plastic type

 

[deadlyapp]

make sure you figure a foundation into your costs also, even the plastic/resin ones really recommend a good foundation to mount it to.

Have you checked the costco website? First figure out how much you want to store. I built one that is about 6' x 6' and around 5' tall and I wish it was taller (can't get any long handled tools to stand straight up), but I can get my mower, edger, chain saw, cultivator, and a worm bin all in it. You may be able to use a smaller size than you actually realize.

Looks like Costco has a suncast 6'x5' for about 800, they've also got an aluminum frame with thin plastic sheet which is a good possibility for about 1300 (some assembly required)

 

[Motostu]

I have a Lifetime shed I bought from Sam's about 3 years ago; I just finally got it put up last summer. It's the 8'x17.5'. I obviously can't speak to longevity, but I've been happy with it so far. The key, as mentioned, is to have a good flat foundation; that really helps keep things lined up as you are assembling it.

Because I live on a slope (and because I want to eventually build a bigger, permanent shed), I poured a concrete slab for mine. I think anchoring the floor is critical to the ultimate durability/longevity of these. We've had some pretty good winds here with the storms this spring, and so far it's been solid. I have mine anchored to the pad with concrete screws.

 

[Fanatical Meat]

No tips on where to buy other than end of season you can get good prices at Lowe’s or Home Depot and as said check some of the local guys.
Be weary of very cheap sheds they will fall apart. Also eyeball it enough to make sure it is study and won’t collapse in a wind storm.

Finally, go bigger than you think you’ll need. You always need more space than you think.

 

[Motostu]

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Finally, go bigger than you think you’ll need. You always need more space than you think.

This x100!

Also, I added a large standalone metal shelving unit in mine to hold boxes, storage bins, chainsaws, etc.

 

[killster1]

No tips on where to buy other than end of season you can get good prices at Lowe’s or Home Depot and as said check some of the local guys.
Be weary of very cheap sheds they will fall apart. Also eyeball it enough to make sure it is study and won’t collapse in a wind storm.

Finally, go bigger than you think you’ll need. You always need more space than you think.

end of what season? i see they have teh 800$ lifetime one at costco again. its just 8x8 but its pretty tall it would be fine for me but my stupid ass forgot to ask about it at the check out line so now i gotta wait till sunday morning or monday morning and go back ( my suv was STUFFED today anyway bought 15 bags of dirt 6 gallons milk 4 gallons aj, 5 dozen eggs, 2 briskets 4 tri tips, 60 gallons of water few tree's chocolate tuxedo cake among many other things heh..

 

[mxnerd]

Lifetime 8 ft. x 17.5 ft. Plastic Storage Shed-60121 - The Home Depot

Out of stock though

 

[BoomerD]

I had an 8x10 lifetime shed when we lived in CA. It was OK, but the vinyl makes it tough to hang anything on the inside walls. Screws just pull right out. I sold it when we moved...got about $100 less than we paid for it 3 years before.

I picked up a cheapo Rubbermaid 7x7.5 shed last year used. It's OK...but cheaper made than the lifetime was. It will work for now.

 

[Nobece]

it really depends what you're looking for. I've had both plastic and wooden sheds and actually find the wooden ones (with propper care and maintenance) are much more strudy and last longer.

With a good foundation and a repaint every other year i've seen wooden sheds last 15+ years easy. On the flip side i've had plastic sheds crumble to dust after 3 years in the sun.

Best of luck

 

[mxnerd]

Use stain, instead of paint, for outdoor wood protection. There is absolutely no need to repaint every other year.

 

[Nobece]

Use stain, instead of paint, for outdoor wood protection. There is absolutely no need to repaint every other year.

I mean, it depends where you are in the world. I like to repaint fairly regularly for aesthetics, but sure, it's not necessary...

 

[Aikouka]

I was looking at shed videos on YouTube as I'd like to eventually add some extra storage out back too, and I saw something that might be interesting if you're considering a resin shed. One guy setup what essentially served as wooden studs on the inside by screwing them in from the outside. You may need to do a bit to ensure that the holes remain sealed from the sneakiest of the elements, but it definitely added a ton of storage potential for the person. You could probably also do slightly more work and add a bit more rigidity with some beams connecting between the two sides.

 

[paperfist]

I had an 8x10 lifetime shed when we lived in CA. It was OK, but the vinyl makes it tough to hang anything on the inside walls. Screws just pull right out. I sold it when we moved...got about $100 less than we paid for it 3 years before.

I picked up a cheapo Rubbermaid 7x7.5 shed last year used. It's OK...but cheaper made than the lifetime was. It will work for now.

Your Rubbermaid one didn't have slots in the wall to attach cleats to? I bought a used one 3-4 years ago and it had those slots with various mounting cleats. It also had a floor kit and two skylights which are awesome in the day. No complaints from me.