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09 May 2013

A Man's Home Is His Garden Shed

By Ruth Anderson


In Australia, it's widely accepted that in some circles, a man's home is his garden shed. Not only does his garden shed provide a secure, weatherproof place to keep his man-toys, but for many Aussie blokes it's a hallowed place of sanctuary and solitude, where he can reconnect with his chi, and top up his life-force energy (Not to mention, disconnect from bad karma and hide from chores like washing up and garbage duty).

Get a weather-proof shed- There are loads of different garden shed options for the Aussie bloke, depending on his needs. From prices to shapes and even construction materials, there is a wide range of choice available for garden sheds. You can find it in larger sizes, like double-garage sized or something, and smaller ones.

You need to have a happy life which you cannot get without being happy about your current garden shed situation. You can achieve all of that by using these amazing garden shed tips.

YOUR SHED IS TOO SMALL

Your garden shed might just be in the need of a good cleanout to make more space. This will not only create more space but earn brownie points with your significant other, and these, like frequent flyer points can be accumulated and redeemed later.

If you spend upwards of 20 hours per week 'pottering' in your shed, (ie 'occupying oneself in a desultory but pleasant manner, while doing a number of small tasks') then you need to be comfortable. Ensure that your garden shed has enough room to swing a cat, however if you don't own a cat, simply twirl around a few times with your arms fully outstretched and if you bump into anything, you need a bigger shed.

Rip the old one down if you realize that you need a bigger shed or you can even bolt the two together or place it alongside the old one. Get a well sized garden shed from Tradtested!

YOUR SHED IS TOO HOT IN SUMMER AND TOO COLD IN WINTER

A heater will be needed in the winter and a fan in the summer. If the shed doesn't have power yet, just run an extension cord from the main house to get electricity.

Installing insulation is another idea for those who are serious about the shed.

You might want to talk to your significant other about installing install ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning.

USING YOUR SHED AS A BREWERY

If your garden shed is a man's sanctuary then you obviously need beer in it. As long as your shed can maintain temperatures of 18 and 25 degrees Celsius brewing can be accomplished.

SHED DECORATING

Minimalist Most blokes don't need much in the way of furnishing and decoration in their garden shed. Some old couch would be enough for sitting purposes. Vehicle seat turned into a trendy sofa would be ideal. Apart from that, a TV, coffee table for your beverages, an old fridge for your beverages, and a shelf to keep the vessels from which to drink your beverages ought to do it.

Creative If you need a shed that helps your creative thinking, you can make the pad more cosy. Perhaps even a day bed with a nice throw.

Hiring a Decorator Something you need to think about. If you can somehow involve your significant other into this you would be better off. A partner who is into dcor would love to decorate your pad. Just make sure it doesn't backfire and become a hassle.

Getting a space of your own is something only a garden shed can do without spending a lot of money on it. Enjoy the garden shed in all seasons and occasions!




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