Wooden Storage Shed Plans

By Anthony Woods

If storage is becoming a problem with the hardly enough room to fit the car in the garage and every drawer and cupboard in the house fit to burst, then perhaps it's time to start thinking about creating some storage space. A wooden storage shed is an ideal solution and with a decent set of plans it's an ideal DIY project for the summer.

Your first purchase should be a good set of wooden storage shed plans; these are easy enough to find online. These sets o f plans will have many different designs for you to choose from though the required floor space will affect your choice somewhat.

Having decided on the type of storage shed that you would like to build and also the site you will need to find out if planning permission is needed, building codes can vary from area to area so its better to check than to go ahead and build only to be told to take it down again.

Knowing where you intend to build along with the information on your storage shed plans should be enough to satisfy most planning officials. If applicable you may need to consult with your local tenants association.

Assuming no problems with the above then you can order your materials from your local supplier; your plans should have a breakdown of all wood lengths, fittings and fixtures. Some timber merchants will cut some or all of your wood to size.

While waiting for your materials to arrive you can prepare the base or foundation. A firm and level base will add years to the life of your shed and allow the smooth operation of doors and windows.

You have a choice when it comes down to choosing your foundation between pier and beam, concrete slab, and treated timber runners. I once used concrete fence posts from the local demolition yard and they work quite well as long as you remember to take into account any tapering.

Using your wooden shed storage plans you can now begin your build by working your way through the set stages.

Alan's Factory Outlet announces that they are now delivering their Amish Prefabricated Sheds, Garages, 2 Story Buildings, Horse Barns and Gazebos to the Lower 48 States.

Sheds, Garden Sheds and Storage Sheds at http://www.alansfactoryoutlet.com/wood-vinyl-sheds/ come in many different styles and sizes. Storage Buildings are built and delivered to the customer ready for use upon delivery. Wooden Sheds are custom built with 15 different paint color and shingle options. The windows and doors can be placed in the desired location. There are many other Sidings to choose from such as Vinyl Sheds which are Maintenance Free, Cedar Sheds, Board & Batten Sheds and Log Sheds.

Here is what one customer had to say about Alan's Factory Outlet: "I shopped 5 different shed companies and chose Alan's Factory Outlet for their Great Quality and Price. Their buildings are 16" On Center instead of 24" On Center like most other companies. They have all plywood with (No OSB) like other companies use. They also have 2"x4" bottom plates instead of 1"x4" Plates. They also use wood trim on their wooden buildings which looks better instead of metal trim. They are the best built buildings I've seen." There are many other testimonials on the Alan's Factory Outlet website.

Garages at http://www.alansfactoryoutlet.com/garages/ come in many sizes and styles. Prefab Garages come in single wide and double wide Garages. One of the Newest Garages is the 2 Story Garage. The 2 Story Buildings are available in a single wide or double wide 2 Story Sheds and 2 Story Garages.

Alan's Factory Outlet has many different Horse Barns and Run in Sheds. Horse Barns make a great Horse Shelter. Horse Barns come with heavy duty Oak Kickboards and Corner Tow Hooks. There are also 2 Story Horse Barns.

Gazebos and Gazebo kits are available in Wood and Vinyl. Built Gazebos are delivered fully assembled. Gazebo kits are precut and packaged into sections for easy assembly. Hardware and instructions are included with Gazebo kits.

About Alan's Factory Outlet

Alan's Factory Outlet provides Amish pre-built Sheds, Garden Sheds, Storage Sheds, Garages, 2 Story Buildings, Horse Barns, Gazebos and Gazebo Kits to customers throughout the lower 48 states. Alan's Factory Outlet is owner operated by Alan Bernau, Jr. and his wife, Julie Bernau. They are based in Luray, VA. Alan's Factory Outlet can be found at http://www.alansfactoryoutlet.com.

BiGDUG announce new range of wall rack storage units

BiGDUG, one of the UK's leading suppliers of high quality storage and shelving products, have announced a new range of wall rack storage units available to buy through their website.

[UKPRwire, Wed Jan 06 2010] BiGDUG, one of the UK's leading suppliers of high quality storage and shelving products, have announced a new range of wall rack storage units available to buy through their website. 

Already well known throughout the United Kingdom for their storage solutions and racking units, BiGDUG's range of wall rack storage units covers storage for all manner of activities, including garden wall rack kits, workshop wall rack kits, golf wall rack kits, bike wall rack kits, garage wall rack kits and sports wall rack kits. 

Easy to install onto any wall, these racking solutions can help to keep large and cumbersome items off the floor and create more space, and help with the organisation of small areas such as garden sheds and workshops. Large items such as golf bags and garden equipment can be suspended from your wall through these wall racks and are all available to buy now through the BiGDUG website. 

"Wall rack storage units are a great cost-effective racking solution for consumers to use to help keep compact areas tidy and clean," commented Doug Nourse, Director of BiGDUG. "Now available through our website, our wall rack storage units are sturdy solutions that can support a number of weighty items such as bicycles and golfing accessories." 

To find out more about BiGDUG and their wall rack storage units, visit www.bigdug.co.uk or call 0845 966 6000. 

Protect your garden sheds in 2010

4:00pm Saturday 2nd January 2010

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By Steve Sowden »

NEIGHBOURHOOD police officers have been out and about with a mobile high-security shed to raise awareness of thefts from sheds and outbuildings.

PCSO Dan Arthur took a shed along to Wincanton Garden Centre to give customers an opportunity to discuss shed security.

As well as seeing how various security devices worked there was an opportunity for people to ask questions about crime prevention.

PCSO Arthur said: “The dark evenings make it easier for people to break into sheds without being seen so shed security is important.

“This is just one of several initiatives the beat team are involved in to help our residents protect themselves from crime. The event was well received by the public and we spoke to many people throughout the course of the day.”

The mobile shed will be back on the road again soon visiting various parts of the district in the ‘Sheducation tour.’ If you could benefit from crime prevention advice call Avon and Somerset Police on 0845-4567000 or visit our website www.avonandsomerset.police.uk which can be accessed via the link on this page.