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You may need a garden shed for grounds other than storing your garden and household tools, but if you do so require a garden shed for your tools and other garden matter, natural wood is the way to go. If you want a shed, wood is the most common, and for good reason. First of all, they simply look attractive plus do well to complement a home’s exterior.

Wood is a natural material and, therefore, is used in all kinds of building projects, especially houses. So why buy a tin or plastic garden shed when wood is the natural choice. It will blend in easier with it’s garden surroundings and will last for many years.

It’s important to treat your wooden garden sheds to ensure they last as long as possible and you get the best possible value for money. You want to protect against both moisture and insect attack.

There are several options to use when treating your wooden garden building. The following are a few suggestions:

1. Creosote Substitute. A creosote substitute is probably one of the cheapest and most effective ways to protect your wooden garden shed. Unfortunately the color choices are pretty much limited to brown. If you want to use a sprayer, you may need to thin the creosote substitute with turpentine. Be sure to read the instruction on the can.
2. Painting. Painting your wooden garden sheds can bring out your creative ability. Whatever color you choose, you may want to apply a clear preservative on the wood first – just check that it can be painted over. You’ll probably have to allow the preservative to dry for about two days before painting. Many paints designed for garden wood do both jobs in one. Avoid painting your garden building on both the outside AND inside, as this can trap moisture in the wood and cause it to rot from the inside.
3. An all-in-one product will include preservative, color and a waterproof element, saving you time and effort. Do check that the product is suitable for the wood – some are not designed for use on planed wood, for instance.

Most wooden garden sheds should be treated either before or after they have been erected, and then re-treated every year to ensure maximum protection. Do not treat if the wood is wet; allow several days for it to dry out before adding a water repellent treatment or you will seal moisture into the wood and encourage rotting.

Always read the instructions on any timber treatments you plan to use, and follow their safety instructions.

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