If you own a wooden shed then you probably know how important it is to have everything in it well organized. Wooden sheds, by design, are relatively small and can therefore get filled up quite rapidly. If you have a new shed with nothing in it yet, now is the time to plan how you are going to organize it.
But, most of us do have their wooden sheds full of stuff and, therefore, need to start removing EVERYTHING. Pick a nice day and start early in the morning. This may seem like a big undertaking but will be easier and less time-consuming in the long run.
There are those of us who find it hard to throw anything away (as it might be important later on), but if its an item that never gets used and has no sentimental value, then just throw it out, donate, or sell them.
Now that you have a clean slate to start with, group like items into piles. As an example, all your garden supplies in one pile, shop tools in another, and so on.
Use your shelving spaces according to how big the containers are that will be placed on them. Also, keep in mind how often the items will be used. Less used items will go up higher or more out of the way. Be sure to label the outside of the containers for easy reference.
Now you can start putting all your grouped items back into the wooden shed. Items used more often should be placed closer to the front of the shed or on shelves at shoulder height.
Rakes and shovels (long-handled tools) should be organized on a tool rack that can be made or purchased for a reasonable price.
Workbenches are also a great item to have in your wooden shed. You don't have to have the best one, just one that gets the job done. It should have sturdy legs so you can place heavy items on it and any hammering that you may need to do. There should also be storage room under the bench for easy access to tools.
To make it easier to wheel larger items in and out the shed, build yourself a simple ramp for the doorway. It doesn't have to be permanent, but if you want it to be, make sure your build it from pressure-treated wood that won't rot from moisture.
You'll probably be surprised how you came up with all the extra space you now have in your shed. And, that is exactly what wooden sheds are ideal for. So you can see just how important it is to have a well organized shed.
Before you start organizing your wooden shed, check out Donald Rickerby's free eBook: Getting the Most Out of Your Shed. It contains over 100 tips to help you maximize your shed's potential. BestWoodenSheds.com also contains kits for wooden sheds, shed plans, and a lot more helpful information.
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