Could you share your experiences/thoughts on a plastic outdoor shed with steel reinforcements?
I’m thinking of buying an outdoor shed to store my lawn mower, garden tools and other related items under a tall deck I have (well it’s about to be rebuild after it had some trees land on it—but that’s a different story altogether).
Specifically, I like the looks/size of this one but would really like feedback from people that may have purchased similar products, or other products from this manufacturer. It’s hard to come by trustworthy reviews online, and there’s just so much SEO noise out there when trying to read reviews via google.
Are there things I should be aware of, or problems that are common with sheds made with this type of construction? My primary goals are:
1) little/no maintenance requirements
2) should look reasonably attractive
3) cheaper is better as long as the product holds up
Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts/insights/experiences.
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I was just about to ask this. I tore the old wood shed out this weekend, now I need something to store my junk in.
We were great pals. We’d watch TV together, go camping together, work in the yard… Good times. I miss it.
The plastic gets brittle and cracks easily after a few years, but otherwise, it’s more convenient and cheap enough that buying two of them over the years is about the same as buying one of the wooden kind. The metal buildings are also subject to weather wear, and rust.
Be careful if you live in a high wind area, both the plastic and the metal will blow away if not staked down.
@YARNLADY Thanks for your GA. Are there some that hold up better than others? or is it the nature of the beast? I’m not too worried about wind because my particular location is sheltered by the house and the decking, but it’s good to know that it needs to be well-anchored.
I heard that it depends on the type of resin, leaded vs non-leaded. I suggest you research the specifications.
Awesome, thanks for the info! I’ll look into it.
The Lifetime shed you are looking at is a good, quality choice. There are other manufacturers as well that offer plastic (resin) sheds that are both affordable and durable in quality. Check out Keter (www.keter.com) or Suncast (www.suncast.com). All 3 manufacturers produce a variety of styles and sizes. Some of the primary benefits of plastic include:
1. Durable – won’t rust or rot
2. Easy assembly – plastic sheds go together with far fewer parts and typically much faster than wood or metal sheds
3. UV Protected – plastic products such as sheds, that are made for the outdoor, have UV-protectants in the material. Colors won’t fade.
4. Cost – plastic sheds typically cost a little less than comparable wood sheds. Metal sheds are usually the cheapest, but you get what you pay for.
Here are some assembly videos to give you a better idea:
http://youtu.be/DR7BuZPvS8Q
http://youtu.be/19-Oupra-IM
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