Since moving into our cottage almost 3 years ago, we already bought a new garden shed to store all the DIY tools, paint and other materials that we use for the renovation and decoration. But I’ve said before, give us a space, and we’ll fill it. That’s what’s happened with that outdoor storage.
We’ve long felt that we need a separate space to store our gardening gear; the tools, the seed trays, the compost and the plant food. One of these small sentry sheds is the answer!
Sheds don’t come cheap, the cheapest one is £150. However, at that price you get a sentry shed that’s too small to store a broom or a leaf rake; it’s only 63cm at its widest point.
The mid-range model is 93cm wide – so it can fit broom, rake, fork and shovel with ease. And, like the cheap version, it has a trio of corner shelves to put small things we’d need readily to hand such as secateurs, plant labels and ball of garden string.
The top-end example is really lovely – and I like the choice of shingle or corrugated tin roof and the proper door handle. However, if I’m spending that much money on outdoor storage, I’d rather invest in a greenhouse. But – more on that subject next week!
- Airwave Bideford tool shed – natural: £150.00, Wilko
Made from highly durable Chinese fir wood obtained from managed sources offers weather resistance. It has a heavy grade mineral roofing felt and a wooden drop latch, so you can rest assured that your garden tools and equipment will be kept secure from rain, wind, and snow. Self-assembly required. Supplied flat packed. Colour: Natural. Dimensions: Internal: H125 x W63 x D43cm, Large Door: H123 x W51cm, Small Door: H25 x W35cm.
- BillyOh tall sentry box outdoor store 3×2: £219.00, eBay
- Traditional sentry store: from £2,373.00, the Garden Trellis Co.
The Sentry Store comes complete with your choice of an extremely realistic faux lead GRP roof, traditional WRC shingles or a corrugated tin roof. A part glazed front door is also available as an option. There is a locking system for added security as standard. The Thermowood* can be left natural or a painted option is available using one of our 8 paint colours
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