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Order a Shed Online and Have It Delivered in Days—They’re on Deep Discount

There's no need to lug your new shed all the way home—just have it delivered straight to your door.

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What To Consider When Buying a DIY Shed Kit

A DIY home or shed kit can save you lots of money and time if you're handy. Here is everything...


How to Build a Shed: 2011 Garden Shed

Want to build this stellar storage shed? The full project plans are available...


How to Build a Portable DIY Sauna

DIY a portable sauna? No sweat.


Family Handyman Reader Projects: Outdoor Spaces

We asked Family Handyman readers what kinds of projects they tackled during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. The results were...

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What Is the Luxury Shed Trend?

Sheds aren't just for lawnmowers anymore. Homeowners are updating their backyards with plush work, play and relaxation spaces.


Amazing Cabin Kits You Can Buy On Amazon

If you've ever dreamed of building your own small cabin, garden shed or tiny home in less than a week,...

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10 Common Things a Homeowner Can Be Fined For

Here's a look at things that can lead to sometimes hefty fines, depending on local laws and covenants, along with...


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Electrical Wiring: How to Run Electrical Wire Outside

The easiest way to bring electricity to a shed, garden or lamppost


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How to Build a Shed on the Cheap

We designed this shed with money saving in mind. Even the dimensions are...


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Top 5 Types of Wood to Use When Building a Shed

For many, a backyard shed is a dream project. If you're one of those people, these are the types of...

How to Build a Garden Shed Addition

Plenty of storage for outdoor tools and toys, only a step away from your back door


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How to Pour a Concrete Slab Successfully: 31 Tips

Building a shed this spring? Before you can even think about raising the walls, it’s imperative to have a solid...


25 Dog Breeds That Don’t Shed (That Much)

From hairless to wire-haired to water-repellent, here are the top 25 dogs that won't leave fur all over your furniture...


Outdoor Storage Locker

A little garden and lawn mower shed that spells big relief for a...


12 Shed Storage Ideas to Organize Your Space At Last

Don't let your shed become disorganized or overrun with junk! Instead, turn it into a well-lit, useful space that has...

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7 Best Mouse Repellents

Pick up one of these seven products to send any mice in your home packing, and keep them away for...


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How to Estimate a Concrete Order

Calculate concrete prices and how many cubic yards of concrete you need for a walk, driveway or basement. How much...


Outdoor Kitchen Pavilion Shed

The perfect blend of entertaining space and storage shed


Pavilion Shed Plans

The perfect blend of entertaining space and storage shed.


Add Solar Power to Your Shed

Do you have a shed that could use light and/or power? Running an underground cable from your house to the...


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How To Build a Double-Duty Pub Shed

It's the perfect party spot. This pub shed features a shaded patio and bar, plus tons of storage.


Reader Project: Ultimate Garden Shed

See how a reader turned our shed project into one of their own


Garden Closet Storage Project

This compact outdoor closet fits in a small yard and yet holds a...


10 Amazing Antler Crafts You Can DIY

Whether you found some shed antlers on your walk through the woods or purchased them online, there are many creative...

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Sheds: Easy Sliding Doors

Walls are easy. It's the openings that are hard to figure out.


The Easiest Way to Color-Code Your Keys

It seems the older I get, the more keys I carry around. Between the car, house, shed and garage, I...


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24 Tips for Turning a Shed into a Tiny Hideaway

If you have a storage shed in your backyard, it can be converted into a usable, livable space where you...


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DIY Shed Building Tips

Must-read pro advice on everything from floors to roofs, windows and doors—plus, how to save time and money on your...


Don’t Forget To Do These 7 Things To Your Shed This Fall

The winter will be harsh on your shed if you’re not careful! Cover your bases with this easy checklist.


8 Fall Landscaping Myths You Need to Stop Believing

When the air turns crisp and the leaves turn brown, many people's thoughts turn to bonfires, apple cider and Halloween....