Designed for gardeners and homeowners seeking compact and secure outdoor storage, the Mercia Garden Shed (3 x 4ft Overlap Apex) offers a dedicated space for tools and accessories. Its key win is providing discreet, weather-protected storage for taller items, though its smaller footprint means careful planning for larger equipment is essential.
Overlap Apex Design: The apex roof provides increased head height, making it suitable for storing taller garden items like strimmers and ladders. The overlapping panels promote efficient rainwater runoff.
Windowless Construction: Enhances security by keeping contents out of sight, deterring potential theft, and offering greater privacy for your stored items.
Ethically Sourced FSC Certified Timber: Constructed from timber that meets the standards of the Forest Stewardship Council, ensuring sustainable and responsible forestry practices.
Horizontal Overlap Boards: The wall panels are designed with horizontal overlap, creating a natural barrier against rain and protecting the shed's contents from the elements.
Thick Wooden Framing: Provides a robust and rigid structure, contributing to the shed's overall durability and longevity.
Durable Solid Sheet Board Floor & Roof: Offers a sturdy base for general storage and a reliable cover, built to withstand everyday use.
All Necessary Fittings Included: Comes complete with roofing felt, all required fixtures, and clear instructions for a straightforward assembly process.
10-Year Anti-Rot Guarantee (Conditional): Offers peace of mind regarding timber longevity, provided annual re-treatment is consistently applied to maintain the wood.
Enhanced Security: Windowless design keeps valuables hidden.
Weather Protection: Overlap boards and roofing felt guard against rain and elements.
Durable Construction: Thick wooden framing and solid sheet board ensure a sturdy build.
Ideal for Taller Items: Apex roof design accommodates longer tools like strimmers and ladders.
Ethically Sourced Materials: Built from FSC certified timber.
Long-Term Guarantee: Conditional 10-year anti-rot guarantee for timber.
Straightforward Assembly: Includes all necessary parts and instructions.
Requires Annual Maintenance: The anti-rot guarantee is conditional on yearly timber re-treatment.
No Natural Light: Windowless design means no interior natural light, potentially requiring a separate light source.
Compact Size: The 3 x 4ft footprint may be limiting for extensive storage needs.
Foundation Not Included: Requires a level, solid base prepared by the user.
Enhanced Security: Windowless design keeps valuables hidden.
Weather Protection: Overlap boards and roofing felt guard against rain and elements.
Durable Construction: Thick wooden framing and solid sheet board ensure a sturdy build.
Ideal for Taller Items: Apex roof design accommodates longer tools like strimmers and ladders.
Ethically Sourced Materials: Built from FSC certified timber.
Long-Term Guarantee: Conditional 10-year anti-rot guarantee for timber.
Straightforward Assembly: Includes all necessary parts and instructions.
Requires Annual Maintenance: The anti-rot guarantee is conditional on yearly timber re-treatment.
No Natural Light: Windowless design means no interior natural light, potentially requiring a separate light source.
Compact Size: The 3 x 4ft footprint may be limiting for extensive storage needs.
Foundation Not Included: Requires a level, solid base prepared by the user.
The Mercia Garden Shed is engineered to provide a reliable and secure storage solution for typical garden tools and accessories. Its 3 x 4ft footprint makes it an excellent choice for smaller gardens or as a supplementary storage unit. You can effectively store items such as:
Long-Handled Tools: Rakes, spades, forks, and hoes can be neatly stored upright, especially benefiting from the apex roof's height.
Power Tools: Strimmers, leaf blowers, and small lawnmowers fit comfortably, protected from weather and theft.
Gardening Essentials: Pots, compost bags, watering cans, and hand tools remain dry and organized.
Outdoor Toys & Furniture Covers: Keeps seasonal items safe and extends their lifespan.
The windowless design is a significant advantage for security, ensuring that passersby cannot view the contents, which is crucial for valuable items. The horizontal overlap boards are specifically designed to channel rainwater away, preventing ingress and keeping your stored items dry. The thick wooden framing provides structural integrity, ensuring the shed remains stable against wind and general wear. For optimal performance, ensure the shed is assembled on a level, solid base to prevent any structural strain or water pooling.
Setting up your Mercia Garden Shed is designed to be straightforward. All necessary roofing felt, fixtures, fittings, and comprehensive instructions are included.
Prepare the Base: Before assembly, ensure you have a firm, level, and dry foundation. This could be a concrete slab, paving slabs, or a timber sub-base. A good base is crucial for the shed's stability and longevity.
Unpack and Sort: Carefully unpack all components and sort them according to the instructions. Familiarize yourself with the parts list.
Assemble Walls: Follow the step-by-step guide to erect the wall panels, ensuring they are plumb and square.
Install Roof: Attach the roof panels, followed by the roofing felt. Ensure the felt is securely fixed to prevent water ingress.
Hang Door: Fit the door and its hardware, ensuring it opens and closes smoothly and latches securely.
Final Checks: Double-check all fixings are tight and the structure is stable.
This 3 x 4ft shed is compatible with a range of garden tools and accessories, particularly those benefiting from vertical storage. It's an ideal match for smaller garden spaces or as an auxiliary storage unit for specific items.
Proper care is vital to maximize the lifespan of your Mercia Garden Shed and maintain its conditional 10-year anti-rot guarantee.
Annual Re-treatment: Annually apply a high-quality, oil-based timber preservative or exterior wood stain to all exterior timber surfaces. This step is mandatory to uphold the anti-rot guarantee and protect the wood from weathering and decay.
Clean Gutters (if added): If you install gutters, keep them clear of debris to ensure efficient rainwater drainage.
Check Roof Felt: Periodically inspect the roofing felt for any tears, lifting, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary to maintain a watertight seal.
Inspect Foundations: Ensure the base remains level and free of standing water. Address any issues promptly to prevent moisture damage.
Door & Hinges: Lubricate hinges annually and ensure the door latch operates smoothly. Adjust if the door starts to stick.