If you don't think about it in detail before buying a summerhouse, you risk making the wrong purchase and may not enjoy it much.
Garden houses all look the same at first glance, but they are far from it. Even if models appear similar in terms of equipment, if you take a closer look, you will notice clear differences. It is not without reason that this is also reflected in the price! If you want quality, you better look for more than just a romantic, cozy wooden house.
So that you don't have to talk about a bad buy afterwards, we will give you hints and tips in this article that will make your selection easier and, above all, what you need to look out for when buying a garden house.
❶ Size and Functionality
There are two aspects that definitely need to be considered. On the one hand, the size is of primary importance, which in turn depends on how you ultimately want to use your garden house. It is best to make a small checklist and write down everything that is important to you. Should the garden house be a gem, with a cozy seating area and mini kitchen? Or rather shelter for garden furniture and seat cushions? A multifunctional solution is also available, particularly suitable if the garden is not particularly large. This means, for example, a garden house with a covered terrace. So you can sit outside and at the same time have storage space for all garden utensils.
❷ Wall Thickness
The wall thickness is another extremely important aspect, which of course also affects the price. The most common wall thicknesses are 28 mm, 40 mm, 44 mm, 50 mm and 70 mm. The wall thickness of your garden shed depends on the purpose of use. Simple garden houses for storing garden tools do not actually need thick walls, but you always have to consider: the thicker the walls, the more stable and weather-resistant the garden house.
The best sellers and also recommended, according to the professionals at hansagarten24.de, are garden houses with a wall thickness of 40 to 44 mm. This plank dimension is at least sufficient if the wooden house is also used as a resting place on cooler days.
Who imWinter wants to spend the night in his garden house, has to go a step further. Thicker walls are also needed for more insulation. Up to 70 mm wall thickness are feasible for a garden shed.
By the way: If you want to use your garden shed to overwinter plants, I definitely recommend a wall thickness of at least 40 mm.
❸ Window in the garden house
The windows are often given little attention when buying a garden house, which will take its toll in winter at the latest. If you use your garden shed all year round, double-glazed windows are a must. Although single glazing provides just as much light, it is extremely cold-permeable.
❹ Which roof do you prefer?
The right roof is just as important as the windows. The easiest way to get your garden house tight is roofing felt. But if we're being honest, it's not a particularly pretty sight. If you or your neighbors can look down on the garden house from above, I would go straight for roof shingles when buying it. Roof panels are optically similar but available in one piece. They look like clapboards, but they're already assembled into one sheet.
Don't forget to attach a rain gutter to the finished garden shed. This allows you to drain the rainwater into a bin, protect your new home from too much moisture and also have a free irrigation system.
❺ Assembly
Most garden shed dealers offer a professional installation service. Even if it costs a few euros more, feel free to accept this service. At first glance, assembling a garden shed may seem easy. But if you're not comfortable with a hammer and nail and don't have previous experience assembling furniture etc., the build-up action can quickly go haywire. If you still dare to do the assembly yourself, then definitely get help from an experienced craftsman.
❻ Wood preservatives yes or no?
Your new garden house is ready and you are happy. But that doesn't stay that way in the long run, because a garden shed also needs maintenance. When buying, be sure to ask whether the wooden house is already pre-impregnated. If not, natural wood needs a coat of paint immediately to withstand the elements. UV radiation, moisture and, in the worst case, wood pests are poison for your garden house.
Personally, I have had very good experiences with wood preservative. It is suitable for both soft and hard wood and, above all, preserves the natural grain of the wood. who hisIf you prefer to give a garden house a strong color tone, use wood varnish. The UV protection is just as guaranteed here as with a glaze, but the wood loses its typical character when painted over.