In springthe gardening season begins. Now is the time to get the garden tools out of the garage or basement to do necessary outdoor work or home repairs. However, most hobby gardeners are usually in for a nasty surprise because neither the basement nor the garage are suitable for storing tools etc. They take up too much space in the garage and because of the high humidity in the basement, they often form more stubbornly Rust on the garden tools. Luckily there is an alternative: the garden house. A tool shed in the garden proves to be an extremely functional addition to the outdoor area.
Tool shed in the garden: What should you consider when buying?
A tool shed can fulfill several functions. Garden equipment, tools, bicycles, children's outdoor toys and even flowers find their winter home there. If the tool shed has windows, it can also serve as a home office or craft room in the summer. To ensure that the new addition to the garden is long-lasting, there are a few things you should consider when purchasing it.
1.The materialplays an important role in the longevity of the construction. Wood is less suitable for this. Are much betterGarden houseswith a frame made of hot-dip galvanized steel and plastic panels. These materials are not only easy to care for, but also offer a certain level of stability and can easily withstand rain, snow, wind and strong sunlight. This guarantees a long service life. At the same time, the plastic does not heat up in summer and it stays pleasantly cool inside.
2.The easy assembly,which is done without special tools and can be completed in two to three hours even by inexperienced garden enthusiasts, is also an important selling point. If necessary, the location can be changed without much effort or additional technology.
3. The choice of model depends on theFunctionalityfirst of all. The perfect garden house is compact and takes up little space. It can be configured as desired and offers flexible storage options. It has a double door and windows.
4. A tool shed should also beeasy-carebe. While wood needs to be sanded and re-oiled or painted at the beginning and after the end of the gardening season, steel and plastic require very little care. Simply clean the surface, rinse and then wipe dry.
5. A high quality shed has a door latch, is lockable and has a vent in the gable.
Tool shed in the garden: How to choose the right location
Several factors play a crucial role in choosing the right location.
- The size of the garden, the plants and permanent installations such as pergola, terrace or winter garden largely determine where the tool shed can be placed.
- The legal basis is also important, especially with regard to the distance to neighboring houses and the permitted height.
- It is best to choose an easily accessible location. If you plan to supply the shed with electricity and water, then the optimal location is close to the house.
- In order for the tool shed to be stable, the soil should be dry and permeable. If necessary, the base area can also be laid with gravel. A concrete slab or concrete tiles offer a cost-effective variant of the foundation.
- No matter whether aKoi-Teichor a stream: Place the garden house at least four meters away from bodies of water. Otherwise, you risk that the ground movements towards the pond will cause the foundation to sink into the ground over time or cause cracks to form.
