ALL ABOUT SHEDS
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...
