How to Keep Your Arrow Shed Looking Great Each Season
No matter what type of storage solution you choose for your outdoor space, season after season of wind, rain, and other elements can take a toll. That’s why it’s important to know the proper way to maintain a metal shed to keep your Arrow storage solution looking great and working correctly for years to come.
Maintain Shed Exterior
One of the simplest ways to keep your Arrow shed at the top of its game is by ensuring the exterior is consistently clean. Use a mixture of soap and water along with a sponge to gently rinse debris and dirt from the walls of the shed. For a polished look, you can use a spray on car wax. You’ll also want to take special care to inspect the doorway. It is the part of the storage solution you may use often, so lubricating it is always a good idea.
Clear the Roof
It’s easy to forget about the roof of your shed; after all, you can’t see it! But it is one of the most important aspects to check on throughout each season. Periodically look at the roof to clear any debris. Make sure to remove debris before it weighs down your roof, because that can cause structural issues.
If you expect heavy snow, always make sure to clear snow from the roof as soon as its safe. If that isn’t an option, and snow is common in your area, a roof strengthening kit is a smart buy.
Store Items Strategically
You may not think how you store items in your shed can make a difference to the life of your shed. However, overstoring and stacking too many items vertically can have a negative impact on your shed. That’s because stagnant air can lead to condensation, which can wreak havoc on a metal shed. Make sure you store items with enough space to promote airflow.
Prevent Rust
Rust isn’t only an eyesore; it can greatly shorten the lifespan of your metal shed. There are a few ways you can prevent rust to keep your shed in ideal working order.
- Add insulation: Maintaining the temperature inside of your shed can be tricky. But adding foam boards, fiberglass batts, spray foam, or other insulation can help to keep your storage solution from either becoming too hot or too cold. This not only combats humidity, it also helps to keep pests out.
- Use a dehumidifier: Sometimes, you may need to resort to using a dehumidifier to rid your shed of moisture. Even if you only use it for a few hours, it can make a big impact on your structure.
- Store chemicals elsewhere: Did you know that storing certain chemicals can actually cause rust inside your metal shed? Corrosive liquids can release gas, which could have a negative impact on your shed.
