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Garages and Sheds: How to Make the Best Choice for Your Storage Needs

Posted: August 21, 2020

Categories: Buying Guide

Tags: sheds, garages and sheds, garages

When you need to declutter your house or find a place park a new ATV, motorcycle, or mower, garages and sheds are the ultimate storage solutions. But what if you’re unsure of the difference between a storage shed and a garage, and which structure is best for your needs?

There are many things to think about before you choose between a garage and a storage shed. Your decision can’t be based solely on what you need to store. You also need to consider the amount of space, and even your budget, before you choose.

Find out more about these distinct but similar structures, and which will be the best option for you.

What’s the Difference Between a Garage and a Storage Shed
Garages and storage sheds are similar by nature. Both are outdoor storage buildings that are primarily used to store a variety of items. However, garages and storage sheds are not one size fits all solutions. Also, while each building for storage serves different purposes, they do have similar features.
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What is a Carport and Why Should You Invest in One?

Posted: June 19, 2020

Categories: Buying Guide

Comments: 4

Tags: product information, outdoor buildings + storage, carport-in-a-box, arrow carport

Looking to store and protect your vehicles without constructing an add-on garage to your home? When you need unmatched durability and protection from the elements, a metal carport is a great investment. When you want long-lasting, all-weather protection, these carports are quality solutions that will stand the test of time. But what is a carport and why is it the right solution for your needs? We’ll break down everything you need to know about these useful and versatile structures.
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6 Landscape and Garden Accessories to Give Your Backyard a Fresh Look

Posted: May 19, 2020

Categories: Design Ideas, Design Ideas, Design Ideas

In the spring, the trees begin to bud, birds start to chirp, and crocuses poke through the ground. Despite the natural beauty, when you look at your backyard, you might not like what you see.

Spring is a time for renewal, and that includes your backyard. It may be nice to add some annuals to your mix of perennials and other greenery. But you don’t have to replant everything to give your backyard a fresh look. Sometimes it just takes the right accessories to spruce up your backyard landscape and garden.

Your backyard is the natural outdoor extension of your home. You can change the look of your yard by adding practical accessories for storage, shade relaxation, and more. Also, you don’t have to break the bank to give your backyard space a facelift!

Here are six items you can use to freshen up your backyard and garden landscape this spring:
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Backyard Getaway: Turn an Outdoor Storage Building into a Man Cave

Posted: May 12, 2020

Categories: Design Ideas

Tags: shelterlogic sheds, sheds, man cave, garages, everest garage, backyard sheds, arrow storage products, arrow sheds

There’s an old saying that a man’s home is his castle. Truth be told, it really isn’t. If you’re a married man, it means you share your home with your wife, and most likely your kids. That means you can’t hang your posters in the living room, which is probably overrun with children’s toys. You may no longer have privacy in your home, so why not gain your own space with a man cave in your backyard? You can convert a portable garage, shed, or other outdoor storage building into your own backyard getaway. All it takes to build a backyard man cave is some creativity and ingenuity. Once you assemble it, your backyard man cave can be the home-away-from-home you’ve always dreamed of.
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Mother's Day Gift Ideas: Seasonal Essentials for Mom

Posted: May 02, 2020

Categories: Holiday Gift Guides

Tags: spacemaker deck box, solo steel series, shelterlogic, shade sail, quik shade beach recliner shade chair, quik shade, growit backyard greenhouse, deck + patio, buying guides, arrow storage products, arrow spacemaker raised bed

Not sure what to get mom this holiday?

Find gardening gadgets, shade solutions, and more outdoor items with our Mother's Day Gift Ideas.
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Creating the Ultimate She Shed: New Ways to Use Your Garden Shed

Posted: April 28, 2020

Categories: Design Ideas

Tags: she shed

With the hustle and bustle of daily life, it can be hard to get away from it all when you simply want to relax. Yet carving the perfect space just for you is easier to do than you might expect! A she shed is the perfect space to call your own and escape from everyday life, dive into your favorite hobby, or simply curl up with a good book. And the most shocking tidbit is, all you need to create your very own is a typical backyard garden shed. That’s it! There are so many things to consider when it comes to designing your ideal retreat, such as what you’d like the exterior to look like or how you would furnish it. Have you been dreaming about a rustic she shed, or a more minimalist space? Perhaps you’ve even thought about a picturesque she shed with porch! The options are endless once you have a shed in your backyard that you’re ready to work with. Here are some she shed decorating ideas for repurposing the interior of this often-overlooked space:
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Spring Cleaning Tips to Declutter Your Home

Posted: March 27, 2020

Categories: Uses and Tips

Tags: spring cleaning, shelterlogic sheds, outdoor storage, indoor storage, bulk storage, arrow storage products

When the temperature begins to rise and the clocks spring ahead, it becomes time to say goodbye to those winter blues!

One way to say hello to spring is to open the windows, let in the fresh air, and get your living space decluttered and re-organized. Although spring cleaning should be an annual ritual, many of us see it as a daunting task. But if you ignore it altogether, it could have an adverse effect on your physical and mental health.

The thought of spring cleaning can be scary, especially if you think of it as a one-day job. Even trying to get all your spring cleaning done over an entire weekend can bring feelings of angst. But psychologists say that spring cleaning can also help you manage stress.

Here’s how you can tackle spring cleaning one task at a time and declutter your life.
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Simple Landscaping Ideas for an Attractive and Functional Backyard

Posted: January 30, 2020

Categories: Design Ideas, Design Ideas

Tags: greenhouse + garden, greenhouse

Your backyard is the natural outdoor extension of your home. Coming up with simple landscaping ideas that promise to enhance your backyard space can be a fun (albeit tedious) project for any homeowner.

You can transform your backyard into party central, a quiet sanctuary for you and your family, or something that’s nice to look at from your kitchen window.

Before you dig in, you need to draw a scaled map of your backyard. Your map should include all existing sheds, trees, walkways, fencing and gates, playscapes, patios, decks, and irrigation systems. Then make an overlay to show what you want to add and remove.

Developing the best possible backyard landscaping ideas for your needs often starts with some tough questions
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Winter Equipment Storage Solutions

Posted: January 27, 2020

Categories: Buying Guide

Tags: winter storage, steel storage, arrow storage

Whether you need your snow blower after a blizzard or just an ice scraper on a frosty morning, it’s so important to have all your winter equipment ready and accessible when you need it. However, it’s not just for convenience: when your winter equipment is protected from the snow, ice, sleet, and corrosive materials, it will work efficiently and will need to be replaced less often. From small storage sheds you can keep near your front or back door to detached garages you can keep in your backyard or o...

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Carport vs. Garage: What Should You Choose?

Posted: January 01, 2020

Categories: Buying Guide

Comments: 2

Tags: sheltertube wind and snow rated, outdoor buildings + storage, garage-in-a-box, carport-in-a-box, buying guides, arrow carport

If you need an extra space to store your items or vehicles, and you're unsure of the advantages of a carport vs. garage, look no further. Both carports and garages offer convenient and practical added space to store cars, tractors, or other motor-powered equipment - but both structures are different. In fact, there are several factors to consider when choosing between a carport and a garage including what you need...

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