{"id":7726,"date":"2021-07-13T08:35:34","date_gmt":"2021-07-13T08:35:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeswhiz.co.uk\/?p=7726"},"modified":"2023-01-06T00:15:12","modified_gmt":"2023-01-06T00:15:12","slug":"why-do-you-need-a-shed-base","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeswhiz.co.uk\/why-do-you-need-a-shed-base\/","title":{"rendered":"Gardening 101: Why Do You Need a Shed Base"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Many people have a garden shed. Sheds are useful buildings for storing garden tools, equipment, or even items like bicycles and sports equipment. However, it is surprising how many people do not have their garden shed on a separate shed base. In this article, we look at why do you need a shed base and the potential problems they help avoid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Potential Problems of Not Using a Shed Base<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if you have a flat and level lawn, it is still usually not a great idea to place a garden shed<\/a> directly onto it. There are a number of potential problems that might occur. These are generally costly to resolve and could result in having to ultimately replace your garden shed<\/a>. The following are the common problems associated with not using a shed base:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rotting Material in Wet Conditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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This problem applies mainly to a wooden shed, but it can affect plastic or metal garden sheds too. Your wooden shed is more vulnerable to damp weather if it is positioned directly on the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Soil and grass retain water after rain. Therefore, the wood touching the ground will quickly become damp and also soak in that surface water. Even pressure-treated wood will still, eventually over time start to rot if it is continually damp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This rotting will spread and will ultimately compromise the structure of the shed. This could result in holes appearing in the walls and base. In extreme cases, the wooden shed could also collapse. Moreover, your tools and equipment inside will be exposed to the elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ground Subsidence and Leaning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The lack of solid foundations or a solid base may also result in subsidence. You could end up with a garden building that resembles the Leaning Tower of Pisa!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if the ground you place the shed on looks suitable, there is no guarantee that it will provide an even weight distribution. For example, a corner of the ground may have undiscovered holes underneath or contain less dense material. Also, parts of the ground may be more susceptible to dampness or sinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This may result in your shed sinking and leaning. As a result, it may become unusable and it may damage the items inside<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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