Upgrade your Shed – Cheap Renovations to Improve your Building

Preventative Upgrades

Preventative upgrades are some of the most important considerations out there. They help increase the safety and longevity of your shed so that you can enjoy your backyard building for years to come.

• Gravel – Adding or replacing the gravel around your shed helps improve drainage. This prevents moisture from building up and warping/rotting the wood or rusting the metal exterior of your building.
• Roof Inspection – Regularly inspect and replace shingles to prevent leaks and help keep your shed and the items inside safe and dry.
• Seal Gaps – Caulk can be useful in sealing gaps around doors and windows. This adds an extra barrier from pesky insects and spiders and helps your insulation do its job.

Utility Upgrades

Utility upgrades increase the functionality of your shed. Maybe right now, it’s just a room with some boxes, but you want to breathe purpose into it. Investing in custom counters or an attachable deck can be costly. Try these budget-friendly tips instead to help give your shed a new life.

• DIY Workbench – A workbench is a great way to add utility to your shed. For the handyman-or-woman in your life, a workbench provides a designated hobby space. Build your own with simple materials such as plywood and 2x4s and watch your shed and wallet flourish.
• DIY Shelves – Shelves are another way to add function to your shed and increase your organizational ability. Grab those 2x4s one more time, pair them with some brackets, and you have some bona fide shelves on a budget.
• Hooks and Racks – Turning your shed into a hardware haven? Add hooks and racks on the wall to organize your tools and store them safely. Eyehooks or pegboards are a cheap way to up your shed game and make your tools happy.

Aesthetic Upgrades

Aesthetic upgrades make your shed look nicer, plain and simple. With these simple tips, you can turn your shed into a work of art.

• Exterior Paint – If your shed is starting to look drab and faded, you don’t have to shell out to get the whole thing resided. Simply grab a coat of paint and freshen it up. This does wonders for improving the appearance of your shed. You can even paint it to match your house for a seamless aesthetic experience.
• Flower Boxes – Flower boxes can be a quaint, easy way to add a pop of color and beauty to your shed. Grab a box or two from your local gardening store, some soil, and a few plants, and your shed will look like a million bucks for a fraction of the price.
• DIY Curtains – Collect scrap fabric from around your house and pin it up or hammer in a curtain rod, and you have a nice personal touch on your shed’s interior. It’s also some added privacy!

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There are plenty of hacks to improve your shed in your price range. BackYard Storage has a plethora of sheds to choose from, and they serve as an excellent base for upgrades! Get in touch with our team today, and we’d be happy to help you find the perfect shed to fit your needs.

Browse our inventory to see all our available sheds, storage buildings and garages or come by one of our convenient locations to see our high-quality construction for yourself. You can even use our online configurator to see all the custom options available.

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