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Pelland says good measurements and a diagram will help to determine
supplies and ensure you aren't missing components.
"We're big fans of simplicity if simplicity is required, so 75% or our cus-
tomers, regardless of the end-use, can get what we call a quick shed, a
panelized product in standards of 8'x8', 8'x10' and 8'x12', which are made
in our manufacturing facility to snap together quickly," says Pelland.
You will probably want the shed wired for lighting and electrical outlets,
and it's also a good idea to plan for a ground-level deck off the door so
you can put chairs outside and extend your tiny space even more.
For the esthetics: Do you want a gingerbread trim? A fancy door or win-
dow? A great floor? Pelland suggests working with a finish carpenter.
"Men and women who do that kind of work would be good to talk to be-
cause they tend to be able to envision how you want the finished prod-
uct to look," he says.
Once the shed is up, it's your dream space, so have fun with it. Do you
long for a French cottage? The streamlined simplicity of Amish style?
Planning a studio space? You will need storage and a bright, efficient
place to work. Is this a leisure space? Consider what kind of seating you
want, and how many people you want to accommodate.
HACkS for SHACkS
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"You need to prepare a proper base, which will also
give you some protection against burrowing ani-
mals, so don't shortcut this for a shed."
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