Large Plastic Sheds

Introducing an imperishable selection of large plastic sheds designed to better organise storage by incorporating wide-ranging access centred along their length. Mucky gardening gear to one side, patio furniture the other.

Alongside providing centred access & organised space, these resin manufactures constitute all round weather-protection whilst their designs promptly repel rainwater. Inside’s elevated to overcome bending, freshness circulates assisting humidity, their muscular beefy floors are built-in meanwhile a leisurely light pressure wash soon restores their looks.

The four storage facilities making up this selection expand from 10 feet in length up to 15 feet. In the UK, garden shed planning regulations are pretty fair & rather free compared with some states in America however I would still check the dimensions of the 15 footer with the authorities wherever your location is in order to acquire confirmation prior to decision making.

Although the largest style lights our candle, providing more than adequate proportions to accommodate all our outdoorsy gear, the length would dominate the garden width due to our mid-townhouse position. I’m sure planning laws & some neighbours may frown if this were constructed, therefore choosing the size requires thoughtful consideration.

An Architectural Advantage

Lifetime’s cutting edge design portrays trendsetting architecture exhibiting a stylish ‘easy on the eyes’ neutral complexion, radiating the tones of desert-sand. Squared-effect widows comprising an arched top present either side of the centred twin doors; resembling a picturesque mini-house, a stroll across the garden.

In the main, the most singled-out & favoured roof design equates to an apex, fulfilling desires of rapidly draining rainfall. Lifetime roofs are angled high and stretch out beyond the walls, surmounting internal leaks & returning ample headroom.

Incorporating doors along the length results in the lowest point of entry with regards to headroom access. Overcoming this objective, an additional apex add-on covers the doors entrance, elevating headroom to prevent cracking your noggin, albeit this does complicate assembly a tad.

The merits beholden to Lifetime’s length-ways entry design aids to effectively organise storage into large separated sections. For instance, 8 feet in depth enables storing household tools and necessities at the back of the shed in-front of the walkway-in, the left-hand side could designate a clean area for patio furniture leaving the right-hand side accommodating mucky gardening equipment and the lawnmower. It’s rather a well thought out design compared to conventional width entrances.

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15 x 8 ft Single Entry

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Evading Upkeep Hassles

High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) constitutes Lifetime’s composition. Besides being eco-friendly reusable, non of the ingredients making up this manufacture are harmful to the environment, neither do they release damaging toxins into the ground.

Furthermore polyethylene has long-term immunity from decomposition no matter what climatic conditions it suffers. Unlike the rotting demise wood succumbs to when rainwater penetrates the grain, polyethylene continues-on impermeable & unresponsive, resisting any type of decay breakdown.

Polyethylene isn’t designed for painting therefore sidesteps decorating meanwhile conquering colour-fade & fracture issues assailed upon by sunburn exposure,  the resin is stabilised with a guard of UV protection, armouring the composition.

Putting an end to dents & chips appearing after suffering knocks, Lifetime’s chunky make-up is composed of two reinforced sheets combined together. The inner section comprises reinforced ridges whilst a wooden simulation creates the outer-skin.

Polyethylene delivers weather-resistant defence for protection against damp, driving rain, lumps of snowfall, scorching sun & clammy conditions.

Freshening up Lifetime’s immaculateness entails a mild pressure-wash. 10 minutes and you’re done. What ended up as maintenance frustrations for our concerns has transpired into an occasional leisurely cleaning duty.

Lifetime fascia is molded to realistically mimic the arrangement of a wood panelled construction embodying textured grain. Subject to garden settings, mossy dirt may become lodged within these crevices and require shifting with warm water, a supple brush & a squirt of detergent.

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10 x 8 ft Single Entry

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Robust Roof Structures

Bolstering support to stabilise an 8 feet roof-span is pivotal for accommodating weighty snowfall, Lifetime deliver the solution.

Three steel joists extend across the breadth of the 10 footer to reinforce the apex structure whereas the 15 ft sheds accommodate five. Powder-coated to withstand rust, each truss secures to the steel infrastructure to which the roof sheets fasten to.

A multi-skinned lining of imperishable polyethylene constitutes the roof make-up meantime molded to resemble conventional rooftop tiling and shaded slate-grey.

The roof structures are formed into apex constructions comprising additional apex add-ons over the entrances for the purpose of incorporating the high arch double doors and increased walk-in height.

In contrast to a traditional felted roof common to wooden garden sheds, a polyethylene make-up is not susceptible to disintegration nor replacements, therefore Lifetime’s escape the breakdown of decomposing roofing felt not forgetting the frequent frustrations reinstating a new one.

Large and small skylights accompany the windows to illumine daylight to the interior however unlike glass, their transparent polycarbonate manufacture doesn’t shatter and cause accidents.

Resolving the predicament of clammy environments causing sweat & condensation, integrated ventilation grids face each other either side of the apex peaks to effectuate a steady stream of outside freshness to constantly disperse the internals.

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15 x 8 ft Dual Entry

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Comprising a Muscular Built-In Floor

Connecting to the boundary edge of the floor, the wall panels snap into position delivering encasement from outside. This enclosure seals base gaps providing a blockage to rainwater, leaves & pests gaining entry; a feature we find super efficient in maintaining debris-free internals.

The flooring comprises a muscular thickset polyethylene manufacture buttressed with supplementary strengthening to subsist tractor stresses, furthermore it’s anti-slip textured surface delivers the grip whilst formulated to withstand stains derived from solvent leaks, purposely designed for a quick wipe-up.

In order to enhance the floor’s lifespan to endure the burdensome forces of tractor mowers, the prerequisite prior to construction regards laying a levelled substructure of asphalt, concrete, paving or wood to accomplish solidity below and to attain firm anchorage.

The resin floor panels covering the base expanse interlink with each other however it’s vitally important to ensure the flooring is turned the right way round when constructing the dual-entry sheds. This common mistake ends up with frustrations during installing the doors. A heart sinking feeling when you discover it’s the wrong way round towards the end of constructing, only to start dismantling.

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10 x 8 ft Dual Entry

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Broad Access with Duplicate Potential

Extensive access is catered for regarding one or two sets of double door entry systems. Driving-in a tractor mower is aided by the broadness of the doors which open right back along with the sloping threshold purposely engineered to assist wheeling in.

Similarly, the fascias weatherproof creation constitutes the door manufacture albeit tinted brown yet equally assures freedom from decay not forgetting the untroublesome duty to clean.

Locking both doors simultaneously is conducted through a padlock fastener, man-grip handles operate the latch via their push-button top, door length hinge-pins function the doors swing whilst internal through-bolt latches deliver a wind-saver, keeping the left door closed.

Opting for two sets of twin door access is presently Lifetime’s benchmark, a feature seldom seen elsewhere comprising a plastic manufacture however both the 10 and 15 ft models are popular purchases and a favoured choice for those wishing to separate storage with independent access. Construction-wise, they do generate more assembly headaches than the facilities comprising a single pair of doors. Like most things in life, some struggle where others accomplish assembly without a hitch.

Determining a Straightforward Assembly

Primary focus preceding construction is to lay a sub-structure of solid foundations as stated in the floor section up-above.

Priority is to ensure the base is completely level to accomplish a perpendicular construction and avert a lopsided shed. If you’re out of alignment, the doors function will not be true and lining up the panels will probably present issues.

An additional necessity as with any shed, is to raise the foundations above a floodplain level.

Get this first step right and you’re trucking towards a perfect long-term construction. Assembly involves implementing the sequence of steps demonstrated in the instructions. The larger the shed, the more time construction takes, most of us are DIY novices at the end of the day where shed building’s concerned.

User-Friendly Features & Considerations

User-Friendly Features

• Attractive architectural styles
• Centred doors enhance organising storage
• Displaying neutral sandy tones
• Imperishable weatherproof composition
• Polyethylene is not susceptible to the rot setting in
• Stability derived from a sturdy body shell
• Reinforced with steel infrastructure
• A-frame steel joists bolster roof support
• Choice of 1 or 2 sets of double doors
• Tall doors with arches deliver increased entrance height
• Shed security accomplished using a padlock
• 10 feet or 15 feet lengths to choose from
• Oceans of daylight illuminate through skylights
• Attractive squared-effect arched windows
• Toughened, anti-slip, stain-free floor
• Interlocking wall-to-floor delivers a barrier from outside
• Freshness is generated through air-vents
• Shelving accessories & peg strips are included
• Adult-designed headroom height
• 10 years Lifetime warranty peace-of-mind
• A cinch to wash & maintain

Considerations

• Major importance relates to levelling foundations
• Solid groundings are vital for the floor’s longevity and anchorage
• Additional add-on apex complicates roof assembly a tad
• The dual entry versions suffer a few assembly headaches

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Competition’s Looming

You’ll have to scroll all the way down the Shed Sizes page to check out Lifetime’s large shed competition, however, here’s one competing shed:.

My-Shed, born out of Oakland’s collection of garden sheds showcases a charmed rustic appearance, designed for utility or summerhouse accommodation.

Uplifting the resin boundaries, DUOTECH™ engineering delivers a fully customise-able composition with options to jigsaw, drill into the fascia to install electrics and secure shelving & hooks to enable hanging gardening tools.

Furthermore, this unique resin talc manufacture is paint-able with acrylic emulsion therefore enables brightening-up the home-yard in personal colour schemes.

My-Shed centralises a pair of twin doors across the 11 feet length whilst the depth spans 7½ feet.

Duotech My-Shed

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Imperishable & Spaciously Stylish 

Lifetime deliver weather-resistance, durability and easy-to-clean grand architectures accommodating windows either side of twin doors positioned centrally across their lengths.

Available in 10 and 15 ft lengths, both models offer a dual entry option. Centred access aids to better organise storage into sections as opposed to doors presented across the width. A thoughtful design, assisting storing mucky gardening gear with clean patio furniture.

Assembly frustrations have occurred on the dual entry systems, with regards to placing the floor the wrong way round which has knocked the odd star off reviews. Let’s hope Lifetime deliver clearer instructions regarding this issue.

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Until the next extensive weatherproof storehouse review,

Simon.

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