Plastic storage sheds have some distinctive advantages over their wood and metal cousins. They are readily available for purchase online or through your local hardware store, Home Depot or Lowes.
- Plastic storage sheds are the easiest and fastest for an inexperienced homeowner to assemble. Their kits come with fewer and bigger pieces and only require basic skills to construct.
- They are the best choice for a maintenance free shed.
- Plastic storage sheds don’t rot nor are they subject to termite damage. So they are the ideal choice for wet climates and termite prone areas.
- Plastic storage sheds are typically cheaper than wood sheds, but more expensive than metal shed kits.
- Plastic storage sheds are more aesthetically pleasing than most metal sheds
- They are portable. They can be easily disassembled, moved and reassembled.
- They come with a floor so there is no additional expense. All you need is a suitable flat spot to install it.
- Plastic storage sheds come with long manufacturers warranties, like 10 to 12 years.
Disadvantages of Plastic Storage Sheds:
On the other hand, plastic storage sheds have several disadvantages that you have to consider before you make your purchase.
- Plastic storage sheds are not sturdy against the wind unless they are properly anchored. This is something you will have to do above and beyond the basic installation.
- Plastic storage sheds tend to look cheap. They don’t have the aesthetic appeal that wood sheds do.
- Even though they are manufactured with UV protection against the sun, they will eventually fade, warp and distort in the direct sun in hot sunny climates.
- They are the least secure option. Someone could easily rip the door off the hinges without any tools at all.
- They are more expensive than metal kits. They give you less square footage of storage for your dollar.
Plastic storage sheds are a good option for the average home owner because they are fast and easy to assemble, and with a minimum of hand tools. And they are the most maintenance free option on the market. So if you have a secure flat spot out of the direct sun light, a plastic storage shed will give you years of watertight storage.