Need to store your car, bike or need more space. Consider a wooden garage, not only are they a great buy but they are a lovely addition to your garden. They are economical, pretty easy to build and you can have it delivered to your door.

Permission

There are a number of factors that have led to the rise in the number of wooden garages being purchased in recent years. The first is that there are limited alternatives. If an individual needs somewhere to park their car, they have the choice of street parking, a driveway, car port or erecting a brick or block garage. The problem with the later is that laws govern the assembly of garages so individuals can end up seeking planning permission or getting involved with building regulations. This process can take months, or in some instances, years. Although your garage is not classed as a permanent structure, Always check with your local authoirty. They can be obtained quickly, especially if ordered online, are easier to erect and can be more cost effective.

Many wooden garages on the market today are DIY kits that come delivered in flat-pack form with easy to follow instructions. In many instances, a wooden garage can be up and in use within a day.

Multi-Purpose

With a wide variety of styles and sizes of wooden shed available to buy, the decision as to which to purchase all depends on what it will be used for.

The most common use is for parking the car. A Garage provides security and protects your garden valuables from the elements. However it also has another advantage, wood has microscopic hollow cells that act as a natural insulator. A Garage will protect your garden valuables during the dark winter months. This is especially beneficial when the garage doubles up as a work space.

This brings us to another common use for a wooden garage - as a workshop. Wood also serves a natural sound barrier so whatever noisy activity you decide to undertake in your wooden garage, you'll have piece of mind that you won't be disturbing the neighbours. Some individuals even use their wooden garage as a home office by lining and further insulating it.

Of course the wooden garage can also be used as additional storage space, in place of a traditional garden shed. It can be used to store bicycles, lawn mowers, garden furniture, tools or pretty much anything else you would expect to find in a shed. They are indeed, very versatile.

Style

Not only has the industry seen an increase in sales of wooden garages, but it has also seen an increase in the number of styles available. Although a couple of years ago one wooden garage looked much like another, this is not the case today. A wooden garage can be chosen that is bold and eye-catching to make a statement, or chosen to blend into its surroundings.

There are many modern, contemporary designs on the market. You can choose multiple windows to flood the space with light, different width doors depending on its purpose, you can even choose the type of treated finish it has such as oak or pine.

Durability

The wooden garages available to buy in the UK today are very durable and have a long life-span. Pressure treated garages are guaranteed to withstand rot, in some cases for up to 15 years. A traditional garage is unlikely to come with such a long building guarantee.

Environmental Concerns

With wooden garages being made of wood, many people have concerns about how environmentally friendly they are. Most wooden sheds available to buy are certified by either the Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC) or Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC). FSC certified means that the manufacturers comply with the highest environmental factors on the market and they conform with worldwide forest management. The PEFC mark provides an assurance mechanism to purchasers of wood and paper products that they are promoting the sustainable management of forests.

Property Value

Possibly the most significant factor in purchasing a wooden garage is the amount it can add to the value of your property. Does a wooden garage take some looking after. A wooden garage in Glasgow sold as a secure parking space, recently fetched a hefty £20,000 price tag^!

*Source Mintel
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