8 smart and stylish outdoor storage solutions
Whether or not you have the luxury of a proper garden shed, you can still create a stylish and practical piece of garden storage - as these ideas demonstrate!
By Grace Allen
1
Create an outdoor room
Go to town on your shed or outhouse by turning it into a colourful retreat - spare fabric makes great curtains and fairy lights add a festive touch.
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Upcycle
Think twice before throwing out old, unloved furniture - with a lick of paint a neglected chest of drawers can become a fun display for plants.
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Store up
If space is at a premium, a narrow shed will do just fine - add plenty of shelves and hooks to maximise storage potential.
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Neat idea
Keep your hallway clutter-free by stashing muddy boots and wellies outside.
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5
Feeling blue
Invest in a multitasking storage unit to hold everything from watering cans to lanterns and gardening utensils.
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Board games
For a practical and stylish storage solution, cover shed walls with peg board so that any outdoor tools and clutter can be stored vertically.
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Repurpose
Old tins make great containers to tidy away paint brushes and tools - simply hang on the wall for a space and cost effective storage solution.
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Dream room
Am orderly potting shed is every gardeners dream retreat, complete with a work table and an abundance of shelving.
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