Garden workshops are a versatile garden building for those who want a dedicated workspace, hobby workshop or for a multitude of other uses. With garden workshop benefits like increased productivity, noise reduction and workshop storage they are perfect for anyone looking for improved work life balance.
The best garden workshops are customisable so you can use them exactly how you choose and be more productive on your projects. Whether you are crafting, woodworking or running a business from home, the garden workshop benefits are obvious. They also add value to a house, so they are classed as a usable investment. Find the perfect combination of convenience, creativity and practicality in a garden workshop. Read on as we explore seventeen garden workshop benefits.
Editor’s Note [18.11.24]:
Our guide, “Garden Workshop Benefits” was first published on November 22, 2019. Today we have increased the number of garden workshop advantages from five to seventeen and made extensive changes throughout the article to add more value.
What is a garden workshop? – It is all in the name
Just as the name suggests, a workshop shed is the perfect place to practise your trade.
A lot of thought and expertise goes into designing a workshop shed, covering at least one, but often all, of the following considerations: size, door position, roof orientation, provision of natural light and insulation.
Whether you are a carpenter, a metalsmith, or work from home on a computer, you will be able to find a workshop shed that is perfectly tailored to suit your requirements.
Isn’t a garden workshop just a shed?
A garden workshop isn’t just a fancy name for a shed. It describes a certain standard of garden building that offers a range of benefits, tangibly better than your average garden shed.
In short, when you purchase a garden workshop, you’re getting more than just a shed; you’re buying a workshop shed.
If you think this is purely a marketing spin, please read on and we’ll demonstrate what makes a garden workshop so special.
Garden workshop benefits
Garden workshops have many benefits that will increase your productivity and creativity. By having a dedicated space for your projects, you will be more organised and focused on the task at hand and flexible in use and design. Read on as we discuss seventeen valuable garden workshop benefits:
1. Added workshop storage
To be classified as a workshop, the shed in question must be at least 10’x6’ in size, which means it offers fantastic garden storage potential.
Just imagine owning a workshop shed with workshop storage space, where you can have space for workshop tools storage, materials and equipment. This extra workshop storage will keep your home and garden area organised and clutter-free. By using vertical storage solutions like shelves and pegboards you can maximise further the usable space in your garden workshop.
2. In-built durability
Workshop sheds aren’t some sort of temporary shelter or rickety wooden structure, which are liable to blow down in a gale.
Most garden workshops are built with durable materials to withstand the weather. This ensures the workshop will be functional and intact for years to come even with regular use. Investing in a durable structure means fewer repairs and a longer life for your workspace.
Garden workshops are constructed from premium materials, such as pressure-treated and dip-treated wood, hot-dipped galvanised steel and unbreakable polycarbonate.
What’s more, when you purchase a garden shed workshop, the chances are it will be backed by a 25 to 30-year guarantee.
Take the 10’ x 13’ Yardmaster Green Metal Shed, which is built from hot-dipped galvanised steel, with 7 layers of protection.
This garden shed workshop is completely impervious to blisters, cracks and corrosion; pest and insect-resistant; and completely weatherproof too.
Best of all, it’s backed by a fantastic 15-year anti-rust guarantee.
3. Climate control options
With garden workshops, you can “design in” climate control options like insulation, heating or cooling. These will allow you to work in comfort all year round whatever the weather outside. Climate control will also protect your materials and tools from extreme temperatures and humidity.
4. Garden working – a dedicated workspace - the home of DIY
If they’re good enough for a skilled tradesman, then they’re good enough for the enthusiastic amateur too. Garden workshops are a dedicated space for your projects and aid in separating work from home life. It helps you focus on tasks without household interruptions. It also signals to others you are in work mode, and this generally means lower levels of interruption.
Let’s be honest, a standard garden shed just isn’t designed for a real DIY enthusiast, is it?
And when you take your creative passions into the house, the tools, mess, clutter and banging aren't always appreciated by the rest of your family.
The clear answer is to buy a workshop shed, where you’ll have the space, privacy and professional garden working environment to get your jobs done with minimal fuss.
The 15’ x 8’ Lifetime Dual Entrance Plastic Shed would be perfect.
This high-specification workshop shed is manufactured from high-density polyethylene, reinforced by powder-coated steel and backed by a 10-year guarantee.
Two sets of double doors, 3 unbreakable polycarbonate windows and 8 skylights make for a light, airy, practical workshop.
5. Hobby workshop space
Going to work is essential, and spending time with family and friends is wonderful, but to live a fully rounded life, most of us also need some time to ourselves.
What we do with it is up to us but, more often than not, it revolves around a hobby.
A hobby workshop is a dedicated space to immerse yourself in your hobbies without the mess and having to clean up straight away after each session. Whether you are crafting, home brewing, painting, woodworking, pottery making or into needlework having a dedicated hobby space will make you enjoy and commit more to your projects.
Hobbies are great fun, although even the most enthusiastic hobbyists acknowledge that the rest of the family don’t always share their interests.
So, if you want somewhere to assemble your trainset, play your games console, or arrange 10,000 stamps, you know what to do – buy a workshop shed, of course.
A hobby workshop is a peaceful space to relax and focus on what you love. Workshops like this have also birthed many famous businesses including Amazon, Apple, Ben and Jerry’s, Branston Pickle, Harley-Davidson, Microsoft and The Big Issue.
6. Convenient storage
Having a garden workshop means all your workshop tools storage and supplies are convenient to access in one place. There will be no more time wasted searching for items, which enables a more streamlined workflow. Easy workshop storage solutions can be implemented to keep everything organised and available at your fingertips.
7. Customisable layout
Garden workshops can be designed to meet your exact needs and preferences. You can arrange workstations, storage and tools to suit your garden working methods. You can adapt to the space as your projects and needs evolve.
8. Easier access to tools
With a dedicated garden workshop, tools are always on hand, with no more time wasted to find the items you need. This will save you time when working on projects. Organising workshop tools storage logically will make your workflow even smoother.
9. Easier organisation
Garden workshops allow for tools and materials to be more organised, which ensures a more productive workspace. Add workshop storage solutions like tool racks and shelving and everything will be tidy and to hand. An organised space saves time and reduces stress when working on projects.
10. Enhanced creativity
Having a space to work on hobbies sparks creativity and innovation. Garden workshops can be designed with inspiring décor, ample light and a comfortable atmosphere. This space encourages you to try new ideas and enjoy new hobbies and experiences.
11. Versatility
Garden workshops can be used for more than just storage or crafting; they are ideal for metalworking, woodworking, gardening or even a quiet retreat. This flexibility means you can adapt the space to your changing interests and hobbies. You can also host workshops or classes (e.g. pottery making) which extends the use of your garden workshop.
12. Improved productivity
Having a dedicated space makes a big difference in productivity. Everything is at your fingertips, and you can work more efficiently and with improved results. A well-designed workshop will eliminate distractions, and you can focus on the task at hand.
13. Increased property valuation
Investing in a garden workshop will add value to a house. Buyers see a workshop as a desirable feature that can be used for storage, hobbies or for operating a small business. That extra functionality will make your home more attractive in a competitive property market. Additionally, garden workshops are a usable investment, one that you can enjoy every day – much more enjoyable than cash in a low interest bank account!
14. Noise reduction
Garden workshops provide a noise buffer from the household, so you can focus better on your projects. The distance from the main house will create a quieter space, which is perfect for tasks that require concentration. Adding insulation will make it even more soundproof so you can enjoy noise reduction and work without distraction.
15. Personalised environment
Workshop sheds can be designed to your style and taste, so it is yours alone. You can choose colours, furniture and decor that inspire you and make the workshop feel welcoming. This personal space makes you enjoy your workshop time more delivering improved productivity on all projects.
16. Separation from home – work life balance
Timber workshops give you physical separation from your home and help to define the boundaries between work and play. This will help your work-life balance and allow you to focus fully on tasks in the workshop. It is also a place to escape from the daily grind.
17. Small business operation
We now reach the final in our list of garden workshop advantages! A garden workshop is a perfect space to run a small business, whether it is for crafting, woodworking or other creative pursuits. Developing DIY skills in such a space is crucial for enhancing your ability to undertake various projects and improving overall business operations. This dedicated space will help you manage your business better and keep everything organised and stored. Being in a workshop will also give your business a more professional image which may attract customers and clients.
The best garden workshops for sale
Shedstore is the UK’s premier supplier of all garden sheds and workshops.
View our fantastic range of workshop sheds now, where you’re sure to find a garden workshop to meet your every requirement.
Whilst you're here, why not take a look at our solar lighting too, so you can turn your workshop shed into a comfortable home from home?
Garden workshop advantages - in summary
In summary, garden workshops offer at least the seventeen benefits above and that is just to name a few! From workshop storage to improved productivity, having a dedicated space means you can focus on your projects without distractions.
Whether you use it as a hobby workshop or small business premises, the best garden workshops are designed to be flexible and efficient. The garden workshop benefits above apply to personal use but also add value to a house and improve your work life balance. With features like noise reduction and customisable layouts, a garden workshop is the perfect combination of practicality and comfort, long-term value for work and leisure.
Contact us
At Shedstore, we are here to help you design the perfect wooden garden workshop to suit your needs. Whether you are looking to buy heavy-duty garden buildings or need an additional room with our large pressure treated sheds, we are a one-stop solution.
Our team is ready to offer expert advice on everything from materials to doors and whether your build might require planning permission. Our workshops are designed with aesthetic appeal in mind and are easily accessible for all your projects. Your ideal workspace is just a step away.
Let us help you find the best garden workshops you have always dreamed of, contact methods include:
- Calls – speak by phone at 0333 003 0518
- Emails – submit your emails via the contact form available on our Contact Us page
- Live chat – chat with us in real-time through our app, accessible by clicking the green button in the bottom left corner
Main image: 15' x 11' Palmako Olaf 88mm Multi-room Shed