Tips For Steel Shed Organisation

Buying a steel shed can be a great way to keep your garden and home clutter-free. It is a handy place to store any garden furniture, tools or anything else. The steel shed may start getting cluttered and messy very fast, as you can imagine. Many of us are guilty of not keeping our shed organised, and it can become both a hazard and a nuisance. If you have a shed like this, we have a few organising tips to help bring space and organisation to your steel shed.

Clear The Floor

If your shed is cluttered, it’s likely you can’t walk around it. It can be stressful trying to take out a lawnmower or a bike. You may even have to empty the shed to get at some objects. This is a big red flag. Your shed should have room to breathe, and we will help you get that space it needs. Take time first to clear the floor and be able to walk around the steel shed.

You may be better off emptying the whole shed and starting from scratch.

Get Brushing

Your steel shed could probably do with a sweep if it’s been cluttered for a while. Dirt and dust are probably covering your floor. It should be your priority. There’s no point in organising your shed if it’s full of mud. Get that brush out and if needed, get a mop and a bucket to give it a proper scrub. It won’t take too long, but try to get it as clean as you can as it may be a few years before you give it a deep clean like this. When you have this step complete, you can start focusing on organising your shed.

Invest in Shelves

We cannot stress this step enough. Investing in shelves is the best thing you can do to keep your steel shed organised. Instead of throwing items or tools on the floor, you can neatly store them on your shelves. You can have specific shelves. So you could have a shelf for gardening, one for tools, one for sports equipment, etc. You can make the most of your vertical space with all these shelves. They are also relatively cheap, so you can shop around for them online or in person.

Boxes

Of course, shelves are great, but if you have lots of small items, they might fall off or get lost on the shelves. To combat this, you should purchase a few boxes. If you have bird food and seed, you can collect them all and store them in a bird food container. Go to your nearest shop like Dealz and get a bargain on a few plastic containers. Label them all for an extra organisation in your steel shed. You can even store them on the shelves so they don’t occupy space on the steel shed floor.

Purchase a Workbench

This step might not be for everyone, but it’s a great way to organise your space if you plan to do some practical work in your steel shed. It’s great for storing things on and below in the pull out drawers. It’s a great area to carry out some DIY tasks around your house or garden. Workbenches can last you years, so you don’t need to worry about replacing your workbench often.

Tool Hooks

Even when your start organising your shed with shelves and boxes, it can still become cluttered with tools such as shovels, rakes, forks, etc. You might think the best place to store them is in the corner of your steel shed, but it can start getting cluttered very fast. For this reason, we would recommend installing tool hooks around your steel shed. It’s a cheap way to safely and securely store your tools. They will be off the floor and not all bunched together.

Label Everything

It’s all well and good organising your steel shed very neatly, but if you can’t remember where you stored a specific tool, it can become a nightmare. You may be searching box to box looking for it. It would help if you labelled everything. If you have containers for tools, label the box and state which tools are there. The same goes for the shelves. Give yourself a good description of what is stored on each shelf.

Clear Out

When re-organising your steel shed, you don’t have to fit in everything that was there before. It may be time to clear out tools or equipment that you don’t need anymore. They’re only taking up space in your steel shed. If the tools are in good condition, consider donating them to your local charity shop or selling them on Facebook Marketplace.

Jar Organisers

Nails, screws and bolts are all necessary very day shed needs. They can get lost easily and end up on the floor where you don’t want them. To keep them all organised, you should install a hanging jar system. For this step, you should use any jar with a screw-top lid. Fill each jar with your small pieces. For example, have one jar for bolts and another for screws. Label after you have filled each jar.

Here at Qualitysteelsheds, we are here to help you with your steel shed need. If you have any queries on our steel sheds, email us on sales@qualitysteelsheds.com or call us on 021 234 0021.

These days a shed is not just a shed. It can be an office, a workshop, somewhere to store garden equipment or even a man cave. Every man has dreamed of owning their own man cave. Coming home from a long day of work and having somewhere to sit back, relax and invite your friends. All men dream about having one. It can be the perfect place to catch up with friends and even watch a footy match and away from the commotion of a pub. Well, here at Qualitysteelsheeds, we are going to tell you how all you men out there can make your very own man cave.

What is a Man Cave?

The original idea behind the man cave is that it’s somewhere for the male members of the family to do what they want in their own space. It could be in a shed, a room or a garden building. Of course, these days, the man cave isn’t just for men, but we will be focusing on the more traditional uses of the man cave. We do all need our own space to unwind and get alone time. It’s also great to enjoy some hobbies with friends away from other family members.

Benefits of a Man Cave Shed

There are many advantages to owning a man cave shed. It’s your own space, just for you and your friends. You can design it and choose what goes in it and what stay’s out. You can stamp your identity on it. Some the benefits include:

• Space: It is often a challenge when it comes to our hobbies. Having space in your man cave out in the garden gives you the freedom to enjoy your hobbies and personal projects. It’s also somewhere where you can throw a party or have friends.
• Privacy: We can all do with some privacy and space to ourselves. It can be hard to find solitude in your home when family members are constantly in and out of the house. Man caves are a great way to get some personal space and a place to relax in times of stress.

Types of Man Caves

The best part about man caves is that you can choose whatever you want it for. You can select everything that goes in it, from furniture to amenities. You have complete control over your new personal space. Especially with man caves in the garden, you are away from the house, and you have complete freedom. If you’re not sure what to have in your man cave shed, then we have a few suggestions for you:

• Private Cinema: You can create your very own private cinema in your man cave shed. This is made possible by purchasing TVs, projectors and screens, which are now as affordable as ever. You should also invest in a decent soundbar system to get the most out of the audio. Other items to buy are some comfy seats to relax in and maybe a fridge to store some cool drinks. It doesn’t just have to be for movies. You can also watch sports here and invite your friends around for all the big games.

• Mini-Bar: We have all dreamt of owning our own bar in a man cave at some point. Why not make it a reality? Invite friends over and style it like it’s your very own bar. Add in some shelving units, a bar counter, some stools, and you’re already on the way to creating your own bar in your man cave shed.

• Games Room: They are ideal for hosting friends or family who want to up the tempo and play some games. You can add table tennis, pool tables, games consoles and much more. Let your imagination run wild! It is the ultimate man cave space that can keep you entertained for hours without the disruptions you’d have in your home.

Choose a Shed

So you want to make your own man cave? Well, we better start looking at sheds first, right? Before we look at sheds, you need to plan out some details for your man cave. Will it be a place to have your own bar? Is it somewhere to watch tv? or somewhere to go gaming? You should choose one to choose a suitable shed for your desire.

Well, you’ve come to the right place for buying a shed. We have a wide range of steel sheds for you to transform into a man cave. Take a look at our steel garden shed range to get an idea of our sizes. We always recommend purchasing a steel shed over a wooden or plastic shed. Read on here to learn the reasoning behind this.

So at this point, you have chosen your shed, you have found the ideal size and a steel shed that fits your budget. You have planned the focal point behind your man cave and are on your way to achieving your dream.

Keep It Warm

You don’t want your man cave to be cold, so you’ll want to take some steps to keep in that heat. Next, you should look at insulating your steel shed to give it that extra layer of cosiness, especially in those winter months. You don’t even have to do it yourself. You could get a professional to help you with this step.

Adding in some portable heaters to give you an added layer of warmth.

Electricity & Lighting

Next, you’ll want a power supply and, of course, lighting. You’re going to need plenty of outlets to plug in all your appliances and gadgets, so tell your electrician this in advance. You should contact a professional electrician to help you with this step.

Decorate Your Man Cave

Now you have everything set up, such as lighting, electricity and warmth. Now comes the fun part, the decorating! So if you have decided on the type of man cave, then you’ll know what to purchase. It is totally up to you and your vision of what you do, it’s your space.

Here at Qualitysteelsheds, we are here to help you build your dream man cave shed. If you have any queries, email us on sales@qualitysteelsheds.com or call us on 021 234 0021.

The world has shifted from working in an office to working from home for the last two years. It looks like remote working is the way forward, with employees preferring it. It may be hard for you to work from home if kids are running around or if you don’t have your own space to work in. Many workers loved it, whereas some found it challenging working in a little box room where they also slept. It can be hard to see your place of sleep as a place of work. Some workers set up home offices in their house, but others didn’t have the luxury of a free room to work in. Other workers set up a home office shed. It’s an excellent option for those who don’t have room in their house, and it’s a quiet place away from the house, helping you to focus and stay motivated. We will guide you on how to set up a home office shed using a steel shed.

Steel Shed or Wooden Shed?

Many workers will opt for a wooden shed and feel that may suit them the best. We find that wooden sheds are not as strong or secure as steel sheds. They can also get damaged from the weather, and over time they don’t perform as well as steel sheds. If you’re setting up a home office, shed your primary choice should be a steel shed. It offers security, quality, and they’re long-lasting. We even provide a 20-year guarantee on all our steel sheds, so you never have to worry about your steel shed. Our steel sheds are also maintenance-free, meaning you can focus on your work and not on maintaining your new home office shed.

Choosing Your Steel Shed

We offer a range of steel sheds which vary in size. It is up to you which shed to pick. Maybe you want a large office space enough for your desk and perhaps a couch to sit on for your breaks. You’ll want a shed with windows which will add a lot of natural light. It’s important to have natural light in your workspace. It’s great not to have lights on all the time. Your eyes may get restless. Well, we have the perfect option for your home office shed. We have carefully designed this stunning Garden Office Shed, the ideal setup for your new home office shed. We offer two different sizes: a 3.1m x 6m or a larger 4m x 6m shed. And it doesn’t end there are four styles to choose from: Olive Green, Cream, Anthracite and Albatross. They are constructed from high-quality materials with UPVC windows and doors. They are fully insulated to have a warm office space and finished in red deal panelling.

The best part about choosing our steel sheds is that if you order today, we guarantee to deliver them in a 3-week timeframe beating the competition as we make our own steel sheds.

Designing The Interior

So you now have your gorgeous new home office shed. It’s time to design the interior. Firstly think about what do I need for my home office? Here are a few ideas to kickstart your planning:

• Computer
• Desk
• Cabinets
• Monitors
• Office Chair
• Printer
• Surge Protector
• Wifi Extender
• Lighting

These are the essential items you’ll need for your home office shed. Of course, there are many other items you may want to buy to make your home office yours. You could get some posters, speakers, TV or a range of other products to kit out your new home office fully.

Working From Home Law

Working from home is not set to go away anytime soon. The Irish Government have brought out a new working from home law which gives workers the right to work from home instead of the office permanently or part-time. The employer can deny the request but can only refuse the request citing one of the 13 reasons laid out by the government. With remote working and remote jobs staying for the future, why not invest in a home office shed today?

Advantages of a Home Office Shed

If we haven’t sold you yet on the idea of a home office shed, then wait till you see the list of advantages that come with owning one. People from all industries and jobs are setting up home offices and feeling the benefits of them. They include the following:

• More space
• The separation between work and personal life
• Save money on renting offices
• No daily commute or travel costs
• More flexibility
• Design the office to your needs
• Quiet space to work in
• No distractions
• Save Money

If you want to buy a home office, shed today, visit our website and browse our options. Call us on 051 347 220 or email sales@qualitysteelsheds.com today if you have any questions!

Is your school or college stuck for storage space? Do you need somewhere to store sports equipment or students bikes? Well, we have the perfect solution for you. We build spacious steel sheds to store any equipment you may have. We offer a range of sizes from small to large. Whatever size shed you need, we have. We offer a three week delivery time if you need to get your shed up and running as soon as possible. Our steel sheds can be used for a range of options for your school or college.

Sports Equipment

More and more schools and colleges are putting a bigger investment in sports, leading to a big build-up of equipment. You may have a school gym and a small room where you store it. But have you noticed that it’s getting quite full recently? We have a range of storage options to hold all the sporting equipment you have. Here on our website, we display all our steel sheds. As you will see, we have a long list of choices. Maybe you only need a small shed to store kits, cones and other smaller equipment, then the 3m x 6m option is perfect for you. If you have a lot of equipment and need much more space, then the larger 5m x 12m is ideal. Of course, there are other options on either side or in between these sizes.

Outdoor storage is much better than indoor storage as students will bring mud inside the school, which is far from ideal when you’re trying to keep it clean. Keeping your sports equipment outside is also much easier as you have less to travel with the equipment. You won’t have to lift heavy equipment in and out of the school, which can distract students in classrooms.

School Playground Storage

Our steel sheds give you an easy option to secure your storage for all your outdoor school equipment. It’s a good idea to keep this equipment outside so the students can access them on their breaks and lunches. It is less hassle for teachers when it’s outside, so they don’t have to go in and out to give them their playing equipment.

A steel shed is the best option for your school to store all the bulky play equipment. When purchasing ensure it is large enough to store all the equipment so you can then store all your play equipment in one place.

School Garden Equipment

The outdoors is a great place for students to learn. There are lots of initiatives run by schools to get students in the outdoor learning and growing plants. For example, many primary schools teach their students gardening and need a safe space to store it all. We have the ideal options for you.

You will need to keep all this equipment in outside storage, such as a steel shed, so it’s ready for you to use. The equipment can be bulky such as trowels, spades, forks and wheelbarrows. The school is also less likely to be muddy if you store all the equipment outdoors. We have a range of sheds for you to take a look at. One of our smaller options may be a good place to start. It is a 3m x 3m steel shed which could store a smaller amount of equipment.

Bike Storage

Many schools and colleges have biking docks, but maybe you’re looking for something more secure. Our steel sheds can hold multiple bikes and are easy to access. The number of bikes they can hold will depend on the size of steel shed you purchase. On cold and stormy days, it’s an excellent option for your students to have a safe and secure location to store their bikes or scooters. They are also protected from theft which we have seen happen a few times.

Cleaning Storage

Cleaning has been an essential element in schools and colleges, especially since Covid 19 hit. Keeping rooms, corridors and bathrooms clean is key. Because of this, you might have a lot of cleaning equipment which can also include cleaning machinery. Safely store all this equipment in one of our high quality and maintenance-free steel sheds. If you have lots of cleaning equipment, then we have larger sheds for you to fit them all in, while also being able to walk around the shed. It is vital that you can walk around your shed to avoid any accidents. Accidents often happen when a shed is packed to the brim, and you’re trying to hop from one piece of machinery to the next. With our steel sheds, you will have the space to organise all your cleaning equipment effectively.

Storage for Groundskeepers

Keeping the grounds and sports fields in good shape and ready for matches takes a lot of time for any school or college. You may need a lot of big machinery, including lawnmowers, line-marking equipment, and sprinkler systems that can be expensive for schools or colleges, so having a secure place to store this is essential. Our steel sheds are a great option. They give you lots of space to fit ride-on mowers and other larger equipment. We would advise you not to choose a steel shed with windows as thieves get an opportunity to see what is inside.

If your school or college needs a steel shed, visit our website and browse our options. Call us on 051 347 220 or email sales@qualitysteelsheds.com today if you have any questions. We will be happy to help you out!