Assembling a Keter Darwin 6x4 Composite Garden Shed
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- Опубліковано 9 лют 2025
- In this video I show how I assembled my Keter Darwin 6x4 Composite Garden Shed from start to finish. You may find this video useful if you are considering one of these sheds for your garden. (I bought this shed with my own money. This is not a paid promotion).
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Hi mate I can't put the screws in for the door in the door aperture it seems like there not drilled out I have tried screwing through the holes but it only turns about 3 turns
@@macker8017 They felt like that for me too. I had to apply quite a bit of pressure and they eventually self tapped into the metal.
I notice you assembled the shed very close to a wooden fence. I am assuming all the fasteners and fixings etc can be accessed from the interior. I am about to order this shed and intend to site it within a few inches of my 2 metre high brick garden wall. Can you tell me if this might create problems in putting the shed together? Many thanks.
@@briancranch618 Hi Brian, actually no I pulled the shed out from the fence and fixed the screws then pushed it back. I shifted one corner at a time which was quite easy in my opinion.
@@PhillWyattProjects Many thanks Phil. I did wonder if it would bend or distort but there will be two of us so should be fine. Great stuff, ta.
A great help in our build, great to hear a well spoken, and timed description of the work in stages, being hearing impaired that is so appreciated, along with the subtitles, priceless for us.
Glad it was helpful!
Just came here cause the wind blew my shed into pieces, and I didn't build it myself, but now I have to. Thanks!
Thank you for a clear, well-paced video. A great help.
Your welcome 👍🏻
Thanks for this video, we built one of these sheds yesterday, it took about three and a half hours which I didn't think was bad for a 71 year old woman and a 63 year old man. Nice shed, looks a lot bigger than we thought it would !!
Thank you 🙂 that's not bad at all. I do like this shed too it's a useful space 👍
Thanks for this demonstration Phil. You made it look very easy to ensemble. I’ve read reviews where people have stated that it takes two people to put together. You have proved that this is clearly not the case! Thx again
Thanks! I would say yes with 2 people it is easier and probably a better idea to have a second person to help although It can be done alone.
Much appreciated!
Going to have a go on the exact same shed next week.
If it goes that smoothly, I'll be chuffed.
Thanks again!
The weather is good for shed building 👍🏻
@Phill Wyatt Projects trust me, if it rains, it'll be the day I pick! Keep up the great videos pal.
Hi from Denmark. It doesn’t look too difficult, so I’ll give it a try and assemble it myself. Thanks for a very assuring video, that you can actually assemble it single-handedly. Looks great 🤩
Your welcome. Yea it's not too difficult. A flat level base is probably the most important part to make things go smoothly.
Just had this shed delivered today, come to this video first for assembly. Let's see how it goes
Good luck 🤞
The shed came out great , I really look forward to seeing part 2 of you putting up shelves and racks in there , perfect little shed
Thanks Chris yea it does seem like a nice little shed relatively solid. I will be making some racking very soon for it! :D
Hi your Vdo is easy to understand . I feel more confident now. Thanks 🙏
Thanks your welcome 👍🏻
Excellent and clear video which makes me a lot more confident before I begin building the shed. Thanks.
Thanks I'm glad you are finding it useful 👍🏻
Hello my friend.
A beautiful hut for the garden. The assembly of the composite garden shed is successful. A beautiful view in the garden and a hut that will come in handy. Congratulations. See you. I wish you a healthy and beautiful new week. Big greetings...
Thanks very much. Now I just need to get all my stuff into it!
@@PhillWyattProjects 👏👏👏👏
Just seen the video and now starting on my shed!
Thank for such an informative video x
No problem your welcome.
had my Keter for 10 yrs now in NE Scotland still dry Quality Products
Nice little shed and excellent video. Built mine today with the help of your video. Only thing that might have been useful to mention was the fact the corners aren’t the same size so you have to be careful to follow the instructions and make sure you’re putting them in the right way.
Thanks👍 yea probably should have mentioned that although this video was more about my experience putting it up. Not so much a step by step guide so I missed a few things here and there.
@@PhillWyattProjects no worries I found out before too much damage was done. Nice to see a channel that’s got some different stuff, really enjoying it
@@johnsweekendworkshops4100 thanks I appreciate your comment👍
Thanks for taking the bother to do this. Very helpful. Having my delivered lunchtime. Best wishes Bryan
Cheers Bryan your welcome 👍🏻
Just bought one of these so appreciate the video
Your welcome.
Planning on buying one this week , this is one of the best instructional Keter Darwin videos iv seen ever ,many thanks Phill great job its much apricated .
Cheers Mike glad to help 👍🏻
I am thinking about purchasing one of these myself. I had ordered a metal shed and it came today all dented up with lots of scratches on it. Looks like I wasn't the first to own it. I've had my fill of the metal sheds, time for something new. Thanks for the video.
Hi, yea I agree with you on that. Metal sheds often get damaged in transit and they are a pain to assemble.
Thank you so much for doing this video. We have just bought a Darwin shed and my husband is delighted that he was able to watch you assemble it so thanks.
Your welcome 😃
Mine arrives tomorrow, so very helpful to know what to expect. Electric drill going on charge now.
Thank you, excellent video.
No problem glad to help!
Got one of these to build tomorrow, thanks for the video, clear and well paced 👍
Thanks your welcome
Nicely Done . You made it look easy
Thanks! Once you have a level base it goes up fast!
A very well put together video. found it very good as you went through all the stages with clear pictures and explained everything well. just got a 6x6 darwin so i take it will be silmilar
Glad it was helpful!
Nicely done. I bought one of these sheds and plan to put it together this week. Thank you.
Thanks your welcome 👍🏻
Start mine tomorrow seems pretty straight forward .
@@harleygaz yea it's not bad. Just need a level base and a day without wind or rain.
A good, helpful video. Thanks for posting it.
Thanks your welcome
Found this really useful especially the fact about being able to use the window section for the door, thank you.
Your welcome Trina glad you found the video useful.
Thanks for this, I've ordered the 6 x 6 one and am considering doing this myself rather than paying a contractor so this will help in sure
No problem. Always better to do it yourself if possible. That way you know it's been done rite and not rushed.
@@PhillWyattProjects thank you, today is the day, fingers crossed
Hi there. As I am planning to get a similar shed, I wanted to see one being assembled. You did a fabulous job of and making it very clear and informative as well as showing how easy it was to assemble :)
Thank you 👍
Thank you for this video 😅 I was praying that someone had produced one as I’m taking delivery of mine tomorrow.
No problem Jeremy your welcome!
Excellent video, very well explained
Your welcome 👍🏻
Lovely clear instructions thanks.
Your welcome.
how do you fix the wall side at the bottom that you fixed that you did other side from the outside the shed also the top at the roof on that side also the same at the back as well ???????????
This was excellent. We are assembling ours next weekend and this helped so much! Thanks
Your welcome 👍🏻
Building the exact same model for my daughter tomorrow, your video has filled me with confidence! Thanks Phill.
Thank you your welcome 👍
Looks pretty straightforward Phil. Need to get one of these myself with all the junk I am accumulating 😁👍
Yea they are easy to put up. You spend most of the time just making sure things are properly aligned.
Excellently explained. Again no fuzz no hassle n to th point 🎯 Thanks for that definitely will b subscribing 😊
Thank you! 👍🏻
Great Video. Helped with assembly planning. Put mine up in the volcanic heat this week. I made a 6x4 wooden base with ply and fence posts. Not impressed with the way the roof joins the edges of the apex panels. My garden is quite exposed. I ran a Bead of stixall adhesive /sealant front and back.
Your welcome 👍🏻 yea I know what you mean about the roof although mine has performed just fine without any sealant.
Just built the 8 X 6 today. Took most of the day, but doing it alone and windy with showers. The only criticism is the double doors are pointless and a source of instability. I'd prefer a single door
big help! although it took me and my husband about 5 hours to do😝 but to be fair we're like the chuckle brothers when it's comes to anything D.I.Y related 🤣
Thanks! I think it depends what mood your in. Sometimes it takes me ages to put something together. When I'm in the mood for it I'm quite fast.
Excellent no fuss video. Thanks.
Thanks Paul👍
Very informative and helpful video. Thanks
No problem 👍
Thanks for the detailed video. Will appreciate if you can advice on bolting long screws in roof and base from outside when you put it next to fence. One side of mine also sits next to fence.
Yea so I pulled the shed out away from the fence to drive in the screws. I then pushed it back into place. It's not very difficult. I pushed one corner then the other gradually.
Thanks Phil thinking about one of these, very helpful, great that you did a one person build; though I think you forgot the door hinges...
Your welcome 👍🏻 I did forget a few things. It's not so much a how to video more of a my experience building the shed video.
Brilliant video! I found it really helpful. Thanks a lot 😊
No problem 👍
Great video mate 👍🏻 Good to find a great UK channel that is relatable- I'm all subbed up 👌🏻
Thanks Simon much appreciated 👍
Great video, weve just bought one of these, guess what im doing at weekend?!!! 🤣
They go up quite quickly. A good weekend project 😃
@@PhillWyattProjects Hi Phil thanks for your reply 👍👍 ive just got the window and the door to do now, cleared the area, laid the flags, bad light stopped play! but yes its been a pleasure to build 👍👍
Great video, thank you. Clearly you know your stuff
Thank you very much!
I'm thinking of getting one of these, do you need access all around to assemble it?, mine will be tight up against a fence on 2 sides,, is that a problem,??..
Great video btw,, 👍
Yes you do need access although I just assembled the shed then pushed it up against the fence. It is quite easy if you do a corner at a time the shed slides on the slabs.
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Thank you very much, I was hoping you'd say that, 👍👍
Assembling ours this week! Thanks for the video. Looks easy enough.
Your welcome 👍
How did you find fixing the roof on the side next to the fence? I am looking to purchase one of these sheds but it will just fit in the gap down the side of the house so it'll be pretty much hard up against the wall of the house and the fence. Looking at your video, which is great btw, it looks easy enough to build everything from the inside other than the long roof screws. I'd be grateful to know how you overcame this before I purchase. Many thanks. Mike
I wondered about the roof panel too as I want to put mine against the fence. Can't see me being able to successfully screw it in place if the shed is up against a fence. How did it get attached ? Great video , very clear instructions.
well you made that look easy thanks
Cheers!
Very good Phil. Thank you
Thanks!
thinking about getting one of these ,you made it look so simple to put up , are they sturdy in windy weather cheers Colin
Cheers! Mines been up for 3 years now. Had no problems with the weather.
Nice one bud!
Just about to build mine.
This will be a great help
No problem Paul 👍🏻
Hi great video thank you.
I've just purchased one of these at a bargain of £100 from B and Q but it was a damaged packaged hence why it was cheap. Do you remember if the screws used were special in anyway or just generic self taping screws..
Many thanks 😊
The screws are kind of unique for these sheds. All black with flat heads. I think you can buy the screws online anyway though.
@@PhillWyattProjects thank you Phill for your quick reply, who'd thought searching for youtube video about sheds is a thing but here I am.
Flat head is really useful to know thank you. I did message the company so shall see but will try flat head self tapping screws from screwfix if not..
The online manual gives the sizes atleast too
Well explained, but can you tell me if there are pilot holes or indicators as to where all the screws go into the panels etc..? Thanks
Hi yes there are little marks.
Great video
I have a question, is it possible to install it on a 4x6 trailer and pull it on my van to install a portable shower and portable toilet and to bring things when camping?
Thanks! I'm not sure about that but there's a first time for everything It could work but I really don't know.
Thank you for that video. So I can have the window in the door? Is that right.??
Yes I have seen it done.
Great, thank you 😊
Good clear video think I’ll purchase one now 👍
Cheers Alan 👍🏻
Thanks for the VDO.
I consider purchasing this shed. Just 1 question - I see the door is on the narrow wall, however, in the catalog it is on the wide wall. Am I wrong?
is it possible to fit guttering to the shed on both sides with a water butt thank you
Not sure to be honest. I haven't tried myself. Not sure how you would go about attaching guttering either.
@@PhillWyattProjects Ok thank you
Nice straightforward job, bet you liked doing airfix kits as a kid
I did actually I had loads of them. I had forgotten all about those until you mentioned it 😄
Thank you
Your welcome 👍🏻
Hi , thanks for the video, it showed it was possible to put it up by yourself, and did not require two people as suggested by another video. I want to somehow attached a timber frame to one side to hang rakes, spades and other garden tools. do you think that might be possible?
Thanks Colin. I think it is possible but personally I wouldn't recommend it. The plastic is soft and hollow inside. I have seen it done but I would prefer a freestanding solution.
How far away from the fence did you put yours? If I put mine on a gravel pad vs. Concrete do you think I could still move it after doing back side closer to fence?
@@shalereider1113 mine is about 30cm from the fence. Not sure about how it would slide over gravel though to be honest.
Well done, good info
Thanks 👍🏻
Thanks for the video. Did you add any shelving?
I made some heavy duty racking for this shed. I did make a video about it you can find the video here: ua-cam.com/video/4ucaoytsaDc/v-deo.html
Hi mate ya think its quite good enough to keep some birds in there maybe 1 pair of parrot? And during winter ya think its cold inside without a heater?
I really don't know I am not sure how warm parrots need to be. I think without a heater it's pretty cold.
Very helpful. Thinking of buying this shed .
No problem 👍
Hi i just bought this and your vid is great. Should i bolt this down though?
A great help. Thanks a million.
No problem 👍
Hi thanks for vid, im moving but need storage quick in my current house, do you think this can be reassembled in my new house easy enough
I know that they can be reassembled although I've not done it myself. I would keep hold of the instructions and go in reverse to disassemble it.
Thanks a lot for your video.
Caution this is not the 6x4 version, but the 4x6. The 6x4 version has a large front door, and seems to be quite criticized. I can't even see it now on Keter's website.. Any information about this ?
I noticed there is some confusion about this. Some sites call it the 6 x 4 and others call it the 4 x 6. I suppose technically it's either but the other version being out causes the confusion. On the Keter site they are currently both listed as the 6 x 4. Argos calls this shed the 4 x 6. B&Q calls it the 6 x 4 🤷♂️
Excellent video... Just ordered one of these, will be up against a fence like yours, how did you screw the side panels into the base with the fence in the way?
Thanks Paul
Thanks 👍🏻 I pulled the shed out from the fence one corner at a time to get the screws in. Then pushed it back.
Hi, great vid.Just how long did it take to do on your own,
Thanks. It took a few hours.
Thank you from France Phill 👍
Your welcome 👍👍
I am having trouble screwing the hinges on the sides. Does it have to do that i need a good electrical screwdriver? Cause it seems that the one i am using doesnt have a lot of power. Great video... took me 5 hours and i havent finished the door cause i cant screw the hinges
Great video. Thanks for sharing. Can you tell me the door opening size?
My shed will be up against a fence the same as yours, how did you screw the floor to the side panels near the fence ? You didn't show this in the video and it seems impossible as the screws are inserted from the outside !
@@branded01 yea I just screwed them away from the fence then pushed the shed against the fence one corner at a time. It slides quite easily.
@@PhillWyattProjects Problem solved ! The shed has been delivered and they have redesigned it with the fixing on the inside !
@branded01. Is your shed the Keter “Darwin” as in this video? I need to slot the 4 x 6 shed in a narrow gap and to have those screws on the inside would be a big help? Hope you can point me in the right direction! Thanks in advance.
Im putting one on a treated wood pallet would you recommend shooting a few screws in the floor to the pallet?
Yes I would add some screws through the floor at the anchor points down into the pallets.
Have you fastened the shed base to the paving slabs with any anchors/screws to secure the whole structure against strong wind?
Hi, Yes I have anchored it to the slab base I made a video about it. It's been up 2 years now with no problems you can watch the video here: ua-cam.com/video/d7gBDY8GkN8/v-deo.html
Brilliant thanks for step by step how to build the Keter 6x4 all that you missed out was which code of screws to use but I sussed that out also mention it can be a fixed to the ground ……… Have you never seen the Wizard from Oz and Dorothy’s house
Well, I actually did a video on how to anchor it to the ground now you mention it. Check it out in my video list 👍
Great video of to buy one on pay day .are the packets of screws marked for what part they go in
Cool! Yes they are all labelled clearly.
Great video, but how did yiu get the screws into the side up against the fence? Cheers.
Thanks. I added the screws then pushed the shed against the fence.
Great video, thanks. Is the shed heavy to move/lift to a different position whislt empty?
Thanks 👍🏻 I think it weighs around 65kg. When I wanted to move it, I pushed one corner at a time and the shed slid over the slabs gradually.
@@PhillWyattProjects thank you. Can two people lift it to another location whilst it is empty? Or would it not be rigid enough?
Great video. Can the door be put on the side rather than the ends?
Hmm no I don't think it can. Although, the window panel can be put on at different locations.
Thanks for the vid, of the screws into panels are they supplied, and on instructions, or just something you added to beef up?
All the screws were included.
I am waiting for mine to be delivered. By chance could you tell me the size of the plastic insert for the window? I would like to upgrade it to something I little less flimsy, if you have an Amazon recommendation to replace it with I would kindly appreciate it.
Hi Phill, please how did you manage to get the concrete around and between the prefabricated concrete slabs? It seems that everyone is putting edging stones around them to hold the slabs in place and I find your solution much easier. Thanks in advance
Hi, I mortared about 1cm of cement between each slab and a few centimetres of mortar around the edge. It's been fine ever since. Edging stones I guess would be even better although I don't think it is necessary for a small shed base.
Oh how I wish ours had gone up so quickly and easily....Four of us have spent this weekend trying to get it assembled. It's still not finished. Wonder if we got a wonky one?? None of our pieces just slotted in as yours did.......brute force was required. Even took it all apart and started again making sure we hadn't done something wrong........Nope, still didn't go easily. Just one more battle with the door and it should be done.
Sorry to hear that. They seem to be troublesome if the base is not level. My best advice when putting one of these sheds up is make sure that the base is nice and level as it makes it all go up easily.
@@PhillWyattProjects Yes, the base was level - we'd just had builders in to prepare it for us! Nightmare.....We've had to fill gaps with sealant, buy a hook and eye type door closure to stop the door blowing open, as if we'd fitted the one provided the door wouldn't close at all! I'm in dialogue with Keter but don't think I'll get anywhere! Thanks for your reply, much appreciated x
can you turn upside down the wall panel that has the window hole? so you can also put a cat flap door in the window hole?
Not 100% sure but I think so.
@@PhillWyattProjects i finally purchased, same one but "DD", double door. I hope it's as good because it was a major expense for me xd
@@PhillWyattProjects hi Phill, my shed arrived and Im prepared to assemble this weekend. Quick question, if you please...
do you think that after it is assembled it can be dragged a bit around?
because where I am planning to put it, it's a corner and I would not have any space on two outer walls of the shed. so I think I can assemble a couple meters away and drag it to it's final resting place once I have assembled.
So how did you attach the gutter rail on the side facing the fence as it would have to be moved out in order for you to get to it I presume?????
Yea I assembled it out from the fence then pushed it back one corner at a time.
Excellent vid, you made it look a doddle :)
Thanks 👍🏻 it's quite easy to do as long as your working on a nice level base.
Great video. I put one together yesterday and found getting the roof panels into the slot a real headache. Now that it is together, something is not right as I have gaps at each end of the roof as it doesn't fit flush in the gutter area
The base needs to be very level for the roof to go into place without problems. That is all I can advise. Hope you get it sorted 👍🏻
@@PhillWyattProjects Thanks for the advice. I ended up taking it all apart and starting from scratch. I found the problem was once the panels went into the base they wouldn't mind up properly. So ended up making them up outside of the base to make sure they were level, the dropping them in the base. Sorted.
I had the same problem yesterday, I'm building one as part of a landscaping makeover for a lady...the roof pissed me off so much I went home for the day.
I had the same issue with fitting the triangular back piece. The locating "dowels" didn't like up with the gaps in the internal corrugation. I ended having to break the corrugations to make it fit. Spent a good 30mins trying to make it fit before realising it was never going to work. Also ran into issues with the hinge holes being too small and needing drilled up a size to get the screws to fit.
Lost about an extra hour because of the issues we had. (base was perfectly level)
Very helpful but how did you manage all the assembly on the back, particularly screwing the base to the wall panels. Did you have to move the shed?
Thank you, very helpful
Your welcome Angela
Hi great vid,how long did it take to do on your own ?
Thank you for this video.
Unfortunately you showed the 4x6 shed, though the title suggested the 6x4.
I know, the both are similar, but the arrangement is different.
Yes I know what you mean. Although even on the Keter website this model is called the 6 x 4. The one with the different arrangement is also called the 6 x 4 on their website. They are both 6 x 4 in dimension.
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I think, the length is a first dimension and width is the second by international standard.
On online shops they differentiate the two types.