Garden Sheds: She-Shed or Man Cave?

Almost every parent out there knows that sometimes the house can be a little too small to provide mom and dad with the getaway they need. Whether mom needs a "She-Shed" for her hobbies or dad needs a "man cave" to read or watch a ballgame, an Amish-built shed can be the perfect answer.

As the trend for small spaces is on the rise, using a storage shed as a getaway is becoming more an more popular.  Since additions can be costly, many people have chosen to forgo the traditional craft room or den, we have found that our "man caves" as they are called on the website, are becoming more an more of a hit. But these "man caves" aren't just for men. We have women use them for craft rooms, painting studios, or potting sheds, as well. 

A garden shed (turned hobby shed) is a quick and customizable solution if you're looking for a little extra space out back. No longer is the shed just an outbuilding intended for tool storage or housing the car. When you look at a custom-built shed, you can opt to create an unexpected getaway for you and a guest or two.

These wood frame structures are built to your specifications and then delivered to your prepared building site, ready to handle whatever your family needs. Your imagination is the limit to what you can do with one of our prefab sheds. These buildings can be designed to have electricity and plumbing added, making them more of a little cabin in the backyard.

Of course, you can still use your garden shed as a potting shed to start flowers and vegetables for the garden. You can even use it as shelter for your backyard chickens or your dog. But, really, why not use it for a little space of your own.

To design you prefect she-shed or man cave, contact us.

Backyard Trends: The Pub Shed, or Man Cave Shed

Want to be the talk of the neighborhood? The place where all the parents want to hang out? Look no further than your backyard storage shed. There's a new trend going around: the Pub Shed and gives you an excuse to have friends over all year long.

Many owners of pub sheds have running water and electricity along with fittings that may be found in a licensed hostelry. A selection of beers in the fridge or even on tap, a TV to watch the game, and friends to go with it...all the comforts of a traditional pub. Some go for the a stately look, while other go for simpler modern decor l

A Pub Shed is simply a storage or garden shed which has been turned into a gathering place behind your home. The great thing about a Pub Shed is the versatility. They can range from plain-Jane with tools still hanging on the walls to a great meeting place with a TV, bar and, if you're getting adventurous a tap, or an espresso machine!

You could clean out that old tool shed in the back, install drywall, French doors, windows, lights, and all your bar supplies and you've got your own version the new man-cave. 

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Or you could have an affordable professionally built shed fully assembled and delivered right to your backyard. Want to revamp your current shed? Make it your next family DIY project! If this is a family affair, add a freezer for some ice cream to sweeten the deal. You know what? That sounds good to me, too!

So what are you waiting for? You pick the beverages to stock, you set your own closing time, and when it's closing time you can retire about 20 ft. from your house. Sounds like a win/win to us.. Contact us to learn about your options and to find out soon yo can have your very own backyard Pub Shed.

Why Every Man Needs One... A Man Cave

Although they might not admit to the fact, the majority of men would love to have a personal space to call their own. A place where they can put up their own decor, have a comfy chair, and be free to be their manly selves.

The lady of the house usually has dominance when it comes to design, and decoration, which is why the "man cave" is quickly becoming a very popular trend. The idea of having a retreat has many advantages to the average male. It gives them a place to spend time alone, enjoy hobbies, and watch sporting events with their male counterparts.

Psychologists say that a man cave can actually help to keep a marriage on the right track, by providing a much needed break from stressful surroundings. In a way, it's a way for married men to recreate their long lost carefree days of bachelorhood. 

Man caves are often just patched up basements or garages with harsh, fluorescent lights, and a lack of heat or air conditioning. Not the most welcoming of spaces, especially with garbage, and holiday decorations being stored nearby.

More suitable options are available, with much more thought to design, and functionality. Without spending all that much money, a prefabricated man cave can be the perfect way to build an oasis away from home, while still being within the premises.

From fancy upscale sports-themed furnishings, to just a simple recliner, and a homemade bar, your own manspace can be filled with what you love, and be an expression of who you are. If you'd like more information on man caves, please feel free to contact us.

Top 5 Shed Organization Hacks for Your Outdoor Man Cave

Are you looking for mundane or ho-hum tricks to manage the limited space you have available in you shed? 

You're looking for brilliance! Well, we may not have brilliance but we do have a few good ideas you may not have thought of in this simple but informative blog entry; The top 5 shed organization hacks for your outdoor man cave.

1) Shelves Are a No-Brainer

Now shelves aren't so far up on the brilliance scale. You've thought of those already. But how useful are they really? Are they sturdy enough to hold all your stuff without wobbling? If they're not all that sturdy, consider screwing them to the wall. Why not? It's your shed, and everything in it, right down to the shelves should be as useful as it can be. Furthermore, make sure they're not so tall you can't use the top shelf. If they are, start thinking skinny and flat. We're sure you can come up with few of those items to stick up there.

2) Install a Tool Hanger or Two

Tool hangers to hang those pesky rakes and shovels from are just smart. If you install one of these hanger, long gone are the days of leaning them in the corner only to have to struggle to get the one you need. As well, how many times have you caught a toe on a rake only to have it knock everything else over or swing out to practically smack you in the head?

3) Peg Boards Are a Big Plus

Peg boards are so versatile since you can buy a lot of different types of hangers to plug into them. Plus, as the things you store on peg boards will change over time, you can move the hangers around to fit it all without a hitch or a hassle.

4) Wind up Cords and Hoses

Although your hose reel may be handy sitting in the yard, it takes up quite a bit of floor space in your shed. Consider a wall mount system that holds them tight against the wall. Your hose will be just as handy if you really need it during the fall and winter months. Furthermore, extension cords can be hung in the same way without getting tangled. Think about it, when you need an extension cord, you need it now. It wastes a bunch of time trying to untangle it and get the knots out just so you can string a light under your car or power up a saw for a quick cut with your saw.

5) Can You Do the Can-Can?

We bet you can. But we're not talking about dancing here. Most guys think of trash cans are only useful for trash. However, have you thought about using them for storing bagged items like pet food and bedding or driveway oil-dry? Or how about sidewalk salt, grass seed, lawn fertilizer or charcoal briquettes for the grill. You get the point. Anything that comes in a bag can be tossed in a can or bucket to make it less of a mess to deal with and take a lot less space.

Floor Space Is at a Premium

No matter how big your shed is, floor space is always going to be at a premium once you stick your hunting gear, golf clubs, lawn mower, motorcycles and ATV's inside. But think about it; if you get all the little stuff up off the floor and out of your way, you'll have tons of room for the big stuff. Who knows, with a little planning you may even have room for a comfy chair to sit on while you watch the game and enjoy a cold one after all the honey-do's are done for the day.

If you'd like more room for all the stuff you need to keep outdoors, contact us. We'll be more than happy to show you how we can help you get a lot more space in your outdoor man-cave.