Shed Design: A Way to Add Value To Your Home
It used to be that sheds were just used as simple storage buildings, located in an out of the way place in the garden. This is no longer the case; sheds are now seen as part of the family living space, often taking the form of offices, gardening oases, play houses and exercise rooms. Building yourself using shed design plans is a great way to add value, space and function to your house while at the same time not breaking the bank.
Should you use a design and construct a shed yourself?
So you have decided that a shed is just what you need to meet your families increasing need for more space. Options include purchasing a prebuilt shed or a kit from a local retailer, but is it the right choice for you? Will a prebuilt shed provide enough storage area and a suitable floor plan for you or will you have to compromise? What will you do if you find that in order to get to your favorite yard tools you have to empty the shed? How will you feel if you can’t use you new office a lot of the time because it is so dark and cold?
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Finding a design that meets your exact needs, or designing the blueprint yourself can be both satisfying and time saving in the long run. Good shed design plans are laid out in a way that means you don’t need to be an expert to build them. In fact, some simpler designs require no woodworking knowledge at all as they provide lists of everything you will need in addition to giving step by step instructions.
How do you select a design?
Shed designs range from simple storage buildings, to gazebo’s, all the way to sheds made to look like houses, complete with siding and shingles. You may be really drawn towards an elaborate shed design, but stop and think. Do you have the budget for all the required tools and materials? Do you have the skill to build it or the money to hire others to help? What about ongoing maintenance costs? Will your elaborate shed complement your house and any existing buildings?
Following a quality shed design plan you will have a structure that will last for years. Before committing to a design remember that it may still be around in ten or even twenty years; will you still enjoy looking at it every day?
As you would with any large purchase, take time to look at several designs even if you think the first one you see is perfect. Shed design plans can be found on the internet and at DIY stores, some being free, others costing a few dollars. If you are going to build your shed yourself, make sure that your chosen design contains detailed building instructions including materials lists, cut plans, diagrams, and photographs. You want to build a shed that looks good, will be long lasting and adds to the value of your home.
