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Summerhouse sheds offer the best of both worlds: a main space for relaxation or entertainment and a separate area for storage. The larger room can become anything you like—a games room, lounge, or garden bar. But what about the side storage? Make the most of it with these ideas that open up all sorts of possibilities!
Store Your Garden Furniture, Whether Spare or Not in Use
One of the main benefits of side storage in a garden room is that it removes the need for a separate shed. Everything is in one spot, and whatever you need is close by. Say you need extra seating for your summerhouse lounge—you can grab a few bean bags from the storage right next door. Or, if you’re hosting a garden party, you can pull out the plastic foldable table and garden chairs so everyone can gather.
It’s also smart to keep extra room in the storage area when it rains or snows. This, for one, gives you a place to stash your patio set and protect it from harsh weather. Meanwhile, you can keep your summerhouse warm and cosy to enjoy as a retreat.
Stash Your Children’s Outdoor Toys
Kids’ bedroom toys aren’t the same as the ones they amuse themselves with outdoors. We’re talking about playground slides, scooters, kids’ bikes, basketball or baseball sets, or sand and water tables, to name a few. While these items don’t take up loads of space, they can still cause clutter—something kids are naturally good at. This is where a summer house with storage comes into play!
You can put everything away once they’re done, keeping your garden or patio free from stray baseballs on the lawn. Depending on the side storage size, you can tuck things in a corner or along the shelves. If there’s enough room, you could even store a mini trampoline when it’s not in use.
Turning the summerhouse room into a Wendy House is a clever idea. When playtime is over, you can just tidy up, shut the door, and keep the rest of your garden mess-free. Any toys that don’t fit in their little playhouse can go in the side storage.
Organise Your Gym Equipment
This idea makes the most of the side storage and works well with how you use your garden building. In this case, the bigger room becomes your summer house gym, while the storage area houses all your workout essentials. Pop in the dumbbells, resistance bands, yoga mats, kettlebells, and even a foldable exercise bench.
This works especially well if you don’t want to cram everything into the gym and don’t mind putting things away in the side storage after use. It will only take a few steps and minutes to do so, and then you can use the space for meditation or cool-down sessions.
Shelter For Your BBQ
Good-quality grills can withstand the elements, but that doesn’t mean they’re impervious to them. A BBQ cover will do, but it might not be enough during heavy rain, snow or strong winds. However, the side storage in your summerhouse can!
Before storing it, clean the grill and ensure it’s free from grease, food remnants, or ash. Store it upright on a raised platform or pallet to keep dampness at bay. Cover it to prevent dust and insects from getting inside while in storage.
When the weather clears, you won’t have to deal with a deep clean, and your BBQ will be ready to fire up!
Round-up
You can store anything in your summerhouse’s side storage as long as it fits. But these tips and ideas are sure to work, especially when the storeroom matches the purpose of your garden room.
If you’re on the hunt for one, our BillyOh Tianna Log Cabin Summerhouse with Side Store unit is worth considering! The storage unit can be positioned on either side of the building. The internal wall is also adjustable, allowing you to increase the size of either section based on your needs.
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