Shed your winter weather worries
F
or many people their
shed is an extension of
their home, especially
now that sheds are of-
ten used for so much
more than simple stor-
age solutions. It makes sense,
then, to prepare your shed for
the impending winter weather,
just as you would prepare your
house.
down with a diluted bleach
solution as soon as you can
to prevent it from spreading.
Also, a quick squirt of oil in the
lock will mean that you won’t
be struggling with a rusty lock
when spring comes around.
Richard Frost, CEO of the Posh
Shed Company, offers his top
tips to ensure that your shed
stands the test of time, and
survives whatever weather
winter decides to throw at it. If you notice the snow piling
up on the roof of your shed,
take a few minutes to clear it
off with a broom or rake. Snow
and ice can weigh down the
roof of a shed causing prob-
lems over time. Remember, do
some winter maintenance to
avoid unpleasant surprises in
the spring.
Firstly, ensure that the air gap
is maintained under the base
and around all sides; check on
an annual basis to make sure
that there is not a build-up of
debris growing around it. Open
doors and windows whenever
possible to keep an airflow go-
ing. If do you notice any small
mould growths appearing on
the inside of your shed, wipe Richard Frost, commented: “It
is important that sheds are
given a bit of TLC as winter ar-
rives. All of our sheds are built
to last but, being a wooden
product in an English climate,
there will be a little mainte-
nance needed to ensure that
your product remains in tip top
condition. Provided this is the
case, we would expect your
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shed to last for many, many
years.”
The Posh Shed Company only
use high quality materials and
each stage of their shed design,
build and finishing process is
carried out by skilled craftsmen
in its Herefordshire workshops.
The paint that is used contains
a wood preservative, which
should only need repainting
every 2-4 years.
Posh Sheds guarantee against
structural and design defect
for two years, timber that is
tanalised is guaranteed against
rot and insect attack for 10
years, and if Polycarbonate
glazing sheet has been used, it
is guaranteed unbreakable for
the life of the product.
For more information about
the Posh Shed Company, and
how its sheds can stand the
test of time, please visit www.
theposhshedcompany.co.uk or
call 01544 387101.