Magic in the Garden: How to Choose the Best Wooden Playhouse for Your Kids

7' x 8' Shire Crib Kids Wooden Playhouse (2.09m x 2.46m) - Click HERE to View

By choosing the best wooden playhouse, you’ll be able to keep the little ones entertained for hours on end and in all weather conditions. To make sure you have the relaxing weekends you have been dreaming of, we are going to talk you through all of the options. All you have to do now is keep reading and then take your pick.

If you choose the best garden playhouse for your individual needs, you will be able to occupy the kids while enriching the visual quality of your garden. This is perfect when you want something the whole family will enjoy.

Wooden playhouses bought from Shedstore add the cosy, homely touch you have always wanted your garden to have. Rather than the bright plastic options you will see in many toy catalogues, here you will have a garden building that blends seamlessly into the background.

A natural look makes all the difference when you want to prevent your garden from feeling like it has been disrupted by a structure that is not a good match for your theme. Constructed with high-quality materials, you could even refinish or paint your playhouse in a few years if you want to change things up.

8' x 9' Shire Lodge Kids Wooden Playhouse (2.39m x 2.69m) - Click HERE to View

Ask any little one and they will tell you that the best wooden playhouse has to have that touch of magic that captures their imagination. You want a relaxing space when you are shopping for summer houses, and your little people want a magical space to fuel their imagination.

The key here is to move away from the sleek look of modern summer houses and prevent yourself from looking for a mini version of what you already have. Instead, take a moment to select a playhouse they can make their own so that they will get so much more out of it. Features like a porthole window, a climbing wall or an internal ladder for example are great at encouraging imaginative play.

7' x 8' Shire Crib Kids Wooden Playhouse (2.09m x 2.46m) - Click HERE to View

Our wooden playhouses are durable, robust structures which are designed by the experts. Because we want to make sure that your new addition stands up to anything, we recommend shopping our range because we use treated wood as standard. Why is that a big deal? Well, it is, because treated wood withstands the cold and wet weather for potentially decades.

Timber is also a very safe material because it will not shatter or break when little people are using it. Think about the potentially sharp edges and pronounced points that can arise when plastic becomes brittle and breaks, and you will appreciate the difference. Additionally, to maintain safety, regular wood treatment (with wood stain or paint) is essential for maintaining the playhouse's longevity and protection against the elements, especially for dip treated wood.

The best wooden playhouse is much like our range of wooden traditional summer houses and log cabins in that it is made from sustainably sourced wood. If you want to make sure your green credentials are in order, look out for sustainably sourced timber such as FSC-certified wood.

By opting for FSC-certified wood over plastic or composite, you reduce your carbon footprint significantly. Not only will this make you feel good about yourself, but it will also help maintain green spaces around the world. This is also a teachable moment opportunity for parents to educate their children about sustainability values. This is ideal when you want to be able to make a difference with nothing more than the click of a button.

When you are ready to dive deeper and finally find the best garden playhouses, you need to pay attention to this section. Get ready because we are going to cover all the key decisions you need to make.

A small wooden playhouse will be great for toddlers and preschoolers, but it might become a little too cramped when a growth spurt comes over the horizon. While you may not be able to find something as large as one of these classic log cabins, you should still aim to strike the right balance. Picking a roof height based on how high you think your kids will be by the end of their pre-teens is often a good guide to work to.

Our log cabins for kids can only be used as the best wooden playhouse for your garden if they fit your budget. A larger building will come with a larger budget, so making sure to cost up how many years of play you are likely to get out of it is important. Less ornate, simpler perhaps small wooden playhouse designs will also come with a smaller price tag, allowing you to offset things a little if necessary. Rather than worrying, scroll through our entire range to assess the landscape.

We love the idea of turning wooden playhouses into a garden hangout that fosters imaginative play and that your little ones will never want to leave. Popular ideas you will find include adding a serving hatch so they can play kitchen and restaurant games, as well as a custom paint job if you are feeling a little more creative. Taking your time to create something that is utterly unique is what will make all the difference here, and the kids are to thank you for it.

Outdoor fun is essential for children, particularly if you want to set your children free to enjoy playtime in their own way. The key thing to note here is that our collection is ready and waiting to offer a little something for everyone, all so you can find exactly what you want with the click of a button. Shuttered windows, doors, handles and apex roofs are all things you will want to consider when shortlisting your must-have features and stylish inclusions.

Just because a small wooden playhouse looks cute and dainty does not mean it has to be prone to falling victim to the elements. Our playhouses are constructed with high-quality materials, such as pressure treated timber, ensuring they are durable and long-lasting. You would not expect that level of workmanship from any of our garden gyms, so do not settle for it when it comes to your playhouse.

Wood, when correctly shaped and treated, is an exceptionally durable material that will withstand years of wet and wintry weather. All our designs are ready to stand up to the weather as well as any mischief the kids decide to get up to.

When you browse our range of kids' playhouses in search of the best wooden playhouse, you want to know that the assembly will not cause undue stress. Our playhouse designs are compact, lightweight and yet still durable and suitable for two-person installation and assembly. This is unlike some plastic playhouses which may be lighter but require more frequent maintenance. If you prefer to put your feet up rather than reaching for your tools, we also offer a white glove service that can take care of everything for you. This is ideal when you want to surprise the kids without delay.

Wooden playhouses you will find in our collection have been approved for use in the UK by children. The designs are robust and safe, ensuring that little fingers can never get trapped and that unnecessary bumps and scrapes are never the fault of the design. We want to make sure that, as a parent, you have that all-important peace of mind that really does make the world of difference. Please feel free to reach out and connect if there is anything else you would like to know.

Measuring up is the best way to strike the right balance between play space and accessibility for garden playhouses. You know your garden better than anyone, so take a moment to lay out the footprint of your prospective playhouse with a few of your garden canes. This will allow you to check you have the right size, access space and location all at the same time. A little bit of extra thought now will make the world of difference when your playhouse slots effortlessly into place like it has always been there.

You can improve the look and feel of any wooden playhouses in our collection with sparks of inspiration. Take a quick look below and you will get a feel for what is possible.

Decorating wooden playhouses is such a fun thing to do that the kids are bound to want to get involved. This is their space, so let them have input and you will find they are out there playing for so much longer. Here are ideas you could put to them:

• Custom paint job - this will fit in with whatever they are most into right now
• Cute mini curtains - that make the place feel like home from the moment they arrive
• Garden-themed decorations - that tie the playhouse into the surrounding space
• Mini furniture - that can be kept in there throughout the year so they can play make-believe

Outdoor playhouses that capture the imagination are what the best wooden playhouse is all about, especially if you want to maximise the use the kids are going to get out of it. You could have a swing mounted to a suitable part of the structure so that they can enjoy hours of fun. Or you could build in a sandpit so they can dig for treasure and try to find hidden dinosaur bones. You could even think about adding a ball pit if you want to turn it into the ultimate garden soft play environment if that is what the little people want most.

You can turn your small wooden garden playhouse into the ultimate outdoor play zone by finding ways to make it comfortable for the whole family. Have a mud kitchen on some decking outside, a seating area for the parents to enjoy a brew or cold drink, and a landscaped bank they can slide down. You could even add a climbing frame and a rope swing that lets the little ones blow off some steam and burn off some energy during the summer. This is perfect when you want to be able to sit back and enjoy yourself while having that little break that can make all the difference.

Choosing a wooden garden playhouse will bring much joy. We explained reasons to buy them including natural aesthetics, being fun for children, durability & safety, and as an eco-friendly choice. We discussed factors which will influence your decision including playhouse age appropriateness, budgetary considerations, customisation options, design features, durability, ease of assembly, safety standards, playhouse size & your space availability.

Whatever you do have fun, consider adding a theme or other options we discuss to enhance your playhouse. Children soon grow up, so make the most of the time with them when you buy a children’s playhouse.

Hopefully, by now you will understand what you need to buy the best wooden playhouse for your garden. Whether you are looking for a small wooden playhouse or a larger model, we have an extensive selection for you to choose from.

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