‘Good quality storage shed that looks great in my garden’
Garden sheds can take up a surprising amount of space, but one homeowner has found a clever alternative after swapping theirs for a storage box. The Keter Store It Out Max Garden Storage Shed is currently available from Argos for £146.
The weatherproof storage solution can hold garden equipment, furniture and two wheelie bins, helping to keep everything protected from the elements while making the garden look tidier. Made from fade-free plastic, the box is designed to be low maintenance, so there is no need to worry about regular painting or treating the material.
It is also waterproof, making it suitable for keeping belongings stored outside throughout the year. Unlike some garden storage solutions, the box has wide front doors and a piston-assisted lid, giving users the option to access their belongings from the top or front, depending on what they need.
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The sloped threshold is another practical feature, allowing wheelie bins and bikes to be wheeled directly inside without needing to lift them over a raised edge. Inside, ventilation is designed to help prevent condensation from building up, while the heavy duty floor can support heavier items such as bins and lawnmowers.
For added security, both the doors and lid can be locked with a padlock, while lid-lifter chains help keep the lid propped open when both hands are needed to move larger items in and out. The storage box measures 125cm x 145.5cm x 82cm, giving plenty of room for outdoor essentials while maintaining a relatively compact footprint.
The Keter Store It Out Max Garden Storage Shed is available from Argos
The garden shed has a weatherproof design that includes ventilation to stop condensation build-up inside
Alternatively, on Amazon, there is the Aoxun Garden Storage Box for £99.99. This one has a 600-litre capacity and is said to fit perfectly on patios, balconies and tight garden corners.
Another option is the Storaway 842L box for £99.99, down from £124.99, at The Range. This one has double-door access with a lift-up lid and it features lock fastening for some additional security.
The Keter Store It Out Max Garden Storage Shed has been rated highly on Argos, as one person said: “Great storage, we bought this to replace a shed and this takes up a lot less room and works really well in the garden.”
Another added: “Had this for a few months and no complaints. It’s a good size and easy to open. Hasn’t seen us through winter yet, so can’t comment on true weatherproofing, but (it) has seen plenty of rain and everything inside is OK. Looks quite nice, large capacity. We store a lawnmower, hose, pressure washer etc. in there. Might get another one.”
A third person commented: “This storage box was so easy to assemble despite no text in the assembly manual. I assembled it with my wife and yes, we are still married!”
Some people disagreed slightly as one person said: “Does feel less sturdy than (my) last purchase. Easy to erect. Looks OK.”
Another added: “Didn’t find the build instructions very clear, feels a bit flimsy when opened up with not having a central front upright. Plenty of space inside and clever locking mechanism, too early to comment on waterproofing.”
The Keter Store It Out Max Garden Storage Shed is available from Argos.