ALL ABOUT SHEDS
Is It Worth Repairing a Shed? Here’s What We Think
As Aussie homeowners, the state of our backyard sheds often takes a back seat until significant issues become too big to ignore. But the question that comes up time and time again, is if it’s worth repairing a shed, or are you better off just replacing the entire structure?
How to Secure a Shed from Theft
Today, we’ll explore five effective security measures that are essential in protecting your shed against potential intruders. Build a secure shed today!
Can You Build a Shed on a Slope? | Solutions, Permits, Cost & More
Today we explore the challenges of building sheds on slopes, what solutions are available, the permits required, and finally what costs you might expect.
8 Shed Lighting Ideas | A Detailed Buyer’s Guide
Today, we explore eight innovative and practical shed lighting ideas, plus tips on how to choose the best lighting option and running power to your shed.
What Size Shed Do I Need? | 6 Key Factors to Consider
Today, we will explore the 6 questions you have to answer when deciding what size shed to build. These will ensure you make the most out of your space & money.
How Long Does it Take Professionals to Build a Shed?
Getting a new shed? Today, we’ll break down the various steps involved in building a shed and provide you with an idea of the time frames for each.
Sliding Doors vs Roller Doors | Which Type of Shed Door Should You Get?
Today we will compare two popular types of shed doors, sliding doors and roller doors. Discover their advantages and which type best suits your needs.
Best Way to Heat a Shed | Discover Your Options
Today we are going to explore the best way to heat a shed in winter, highlighting the best options available on the market and their pros and cons. Discover what the best heater for your shed is and pay attention to the important safety tips and advice outlined in...
Preparing Your Site for a Shed | 8 Essential Steps for a Successful Installation
The process of installing a new shed involves more than just the construction of the structure itself. A crucial preliminary step is to prepare your shed site for construction. Laying the groundwork properly can make the difference between a shed that stands strong...
Are Shed Kits Worth It? Comparing DIY vs Project-Managed Shed Builds
DIY sheds and project-managed shed builds are two different approaches to constructing a shed, each with its own advantages and considerations. DIY sheds, as the name suggests, involve the owner taking on the construction process themselves. This involves getting a...
How to Build a Farm Shed | Tips from Expert Shed Builders
Farm sheds are essential for many agricultural and rural properties, as they offer storage, workspace, and shelter for farm equipment, animals, and more. However, building a functional and attractive structure is not always an easy task.Today we'll walk you through...
Do sheds need gutters? Understanding the benefits
If you're planning a new shed build, there's something you have to consider… gutters. Most of us tend to forget about this seemingly irrelevant feature, but this mistake can come with dire consequences. Read on to find out why sheds need gutters and what benefits...
Shed Wind Ratings Explained
You might not think about the wind very much, except maybe when you are waiting for that afternoon breeze to cool things down. But when building a shed, the wind needs some careful thinking. In Australia, all buildings need to be constructed following the relevant...
Running power to your shed in Australia: What are your options?
When planning your shed build you need to consider your power options. Even the simplest shed will need electrical lighting so that you can work efficiently when it’s dark. More advanced sheds with workshops and power tools might even need a proper connection to the...
Which one is better Colorbond or Zincalume?
Like all property owners, when you're planning an upgrade or addition you want to make sure you choose the right material for the job. If you're looking to build a new shed or workshop in your backyard, there's a lot to consider with the options on the market. Two of...
What is a shed office and why do you need one?
Yep, it's exactly what it sounds like: a shed with an office or studio set up inside. But it's not just a matter of wedging a desk between the lawnmower and fertiliser in your garden shed—it’s about setting up a dedicated space to work from home without the usual...
How to choose the perfect location for your shed
Are you scratching your head on where to place a shed on your property? It can be hard to know where to start with choosing the best location, and you want to get it right the first time (even smaller sheds are a pain to relocate). That's why we've put together this...
The Best Shed Door Designs on the Market
Thinking to yourself about investing in a new shed or freestanding garage? There’s a lot top consider. You’ve gotta think about size, access, clearance, storage, ventilation, council rules, safety—the list goes on! But one thing people tend to neglect spending enough...
Spinifex Shed’s BEST Garage Storage Ideas for 2022
All the gear and no idea? No idea where to put it all that is. It’s a hard life not having enough space to store all your stuff. Your house, shed, or garage starts to build up with things, stuff, parts, ‘junk’ and clutter with little to no room to move. At Spinifex...
The Best Ways to Prevent Your Car Being Stolen at Home
According to data collected by the National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council (NMVTRC) – a whopping 47,803 motor vehicles were stolen Australia wide in the last year alone, with 5,365 of those residing in WA. That equates to just under 132 vehicles stolen PER DAY...
Concrete Slabs: Everything You Need to Know
If you asked most blokes and bloke-esses around the country what they want most for their next birthday, you're going to hear "a new shed", an awful lot. A nice big, modern shed with good lighting and easy access is a dream for most of us. So when it's finally time to...
How to Vermin Proof Your Shed
Pests love sheds. With less traffic compared to houses, vermin have the opportunity to make a home for themselves in the nooks and crevices in sheds, particularly with long term storage of items. Unfortunately vermin can cause damage to your shed and its contents....
Everything You Need to Know to Build the Best Shed for Your Caravan
Your caravan is not only a big investment, but it also acts as your home away from home - so you need to make sure you take care of it. There are so many caravan shelter ideas out there, all designed to keep your caravan safe, secure and out of the elements. But which...
How to Insulate Your Shed
Be it games rooms, storage spaces, workshops, or farm shelters, Aussies love their sheds. They’re the unsung heroes of suburbia, and the backbone of almost all major industries from agriculture, infrastructure, you name it. But a shed is never fully complete without...
The Big Guide to Sheds
This is your big guide to shed types; what they’re used for, and everything you need to know to get them built. These days, there are seemingly endless different shed types to choose from. You're often faced with many options on the market, with different designs,...
How Much Value Does a Shed Add to a House?
In the current property market, houses are being snapped up like hotcakes. And given that outdoor living is highly valued in Australia, investing in your outdoor space before advertising your property on the market could make a big difference to the final figure. If...
Do I Need Planning Permission for an Agricultural Shed?
Agricultural sheds serve an all-important role in rural Australia. And it’s tempting to think that building a shed out on a rural slice of land or farm is as simple as laying the slab and getting on with it. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. Many local government...
Planning Permission & Council Approval for Sheds
Got your eyes on a new shed? Before you start fantasising about all that extra space, it’s time to have a look at what kind of approval you might need to get the job done. Council approval and planning approval for shed builds in Western Australia depends on a...
Shed Heights and Car Hoists: The Breakdown
Love working on your car, but hate crawling around in the sludge or getting brake fluid all through your hair and oil in your mouth? With today’s pricing and range of options, there’s really no reason not to have a car hoist if you’re even half serious about your rig....
How to Compare Shed Quotes: Are you really getting a good deal?
Are you really getting a good deal? Building a shed is a big investment. Whether it's a farm shed, or a garden shed, you’re going to want to make sure you get this right from the start. Getting a couple of quotes from local shed builders is a great start. But how can...
Australia’s All-Time Favourite Shed Designs
Us Aussies are good at sheds. And it's not hard to see why. With large backyards, always a ton of gear lying around, and hobbies that leave you dripping with grease and oil stains on your shirt, it's no wonder there are so many shed designs to choose from. And lucky...
Looking To Build A Garage? Here’s What You Need To Know
Building a garage shed at your home can be quite a useful addition in a number of different ways. First and foremost, a garage provides a safe and secure place to park your vehicles when they’re not in use or being worked on. You may also be wanting to build one in...
My Shed’s Damp- Help!
Have you noticed condensation forming on the ceiling of your shed? This build up of moisture can occur in all types of sheds from garden sheds to farm sheds and even large commercial sheds. It usually occurs when the roof material becomes colder than the air inside...
The Spinifex Sheds Guide to Shed Ventilation
Who doesn't love rushing out of the shed with their t-shirt pulled up to cover nose and mouth, coughing and spluttering and choking on paint fumes? How about the fear of carbon monoxide poisoning sitting in the back of your head when you fire up that engine swap for...
What is Building Approval?
In some cases, a building permit may be required before construction can be carried out on a new shed in Perth. A building permit is often needed if the work requires alteration, renovation or construction of a building, including sheds. It’s more likely that building...
Owner Builder vs Registered Builder
If you’re planning to purchase a new shed you may be considering building it yourself. If you have the experience and knowledge required, becoming an owner builder is a great way to save money. However, there is a lot to understand before taking on an owner builder...
