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Where should windows be placed on a shed?

If you use your shed as a workstation, you will require light for safety measures. Place your windows strategically on the sun's path to enjoy daylight naturally. If your shed is a storage space, place your windows away from the sun to benefit from the shade.

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Proper Placement of Shed Door and Windows

When constructing a shed, it is essential to understand that your choice on where you place the doors and windows will impact the overall functioning of your structure. Making an informed decision on the placement of doors and windows will help you to save on replacement costs, which can arise in the future. After making the right choice on the type of windows to install on your shed, the daunting task is deciding on the best location to place them. Before you place the doors and windows on your shed, it is crucial to consult an expert. The expert will help you to make the right placement choice and increase the utility of your shed. At Cumberland Buildings, we can offer you customized professional services that will fit your shed requirements. Here are some basics on the placement of doors and windows on your shed or similar structures. The decision on the installation of windows on your shed depends mainly on the purpose of your structure. We can offer you a variety of configuration choices depending on your structural specifications. If you will be regularly frequenting your shed to spend some time in the structure, make sure to determine where the wind blows from to ensure the placement of windows allows proper aeration in the shed. Assessing the direction of the wind can also influence the placement of windows if your shed is storage for products that require a well-ventilated structure. Natural ventilation on your shed can help you save on power bills arising from the use of electronics such as fans. Light is another factor that affects your decision on where to place windows on your shed. If you use your shed as a workstation, you will require light for safety measures. Place your windows strategically on the sun’s path to enjoy daylight naturally. If your shed is a storage space, place your windows away from the sun to benefit from the shade. When considering the placement of doors, the purpose of your structure also affects your decision. You can decide on whether to place one or two doors depending on the size of your workload. For convenience purposes, you should consider the general slope and topography of your place when placing doors. For more information on the proper placement of shed doors and windows, call us now!

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What size is a standard garden shed?

The most common and popular shed size is 8×6 (8ft x 6ft), which can generally come as an 8×6 apex shed or an 8×6 pent shed. Other common size sheds are 6×4, 8×4, 10×4 and 10×6. However, the is no 'standard size' – this would simply depend on what works for you in your garden and how much storage space you need.

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The most common and popular shed size is 8×6 (8ft x 6ft), which can generally come as an 8×6 apex shed or an 8×6 pent shed.

Other common size sheds are 6×4, 8×4, 10×4 and 10×6.

However, the is no ‘standard size’ – this would simply depend on what works for you in your garden and how much storage space you need. When considering your purchase it is recommended to note the position of the door and to check which way round shed companies display their dimensions. An 8×6 at one shed company may be a 6×8 at another. So be sure to check when ordering which size is for which side and which side you require the door on.

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