Great video. I have just started assembling this shed and have the exact same issues with some of the floor screws not 'biting' into the plastic. It seems like there are frequent quality issues on all these plastic/resin sheds. Doesn't matter what brand. As there are supply chain issues for getting replacement pieces; I am going to run a bead of epoxy glue down on the mating floor pieces, fill the screw holes with epoxy, add the screws and press on. Hopefully, this will secure the floor together.
Kudos for the Video! Apologies for butting in, I would love your thoughts. Have you ever tried - Mahorrla Wooden Paradise Method (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now)? It is an awesome one of a kind product for building better sheds and woodworking without the hard work. Ive heard some super things about it and my friend finally got great results with it.
i want one but i have 18 cats in my patio, do you think they can damage it with their claws? I saw another review and the guy said even dogs can scratch it and it's very visible..
It was not fit for purpose unfortunately, the wood was mostly rotten and in my view not very well assembled. I also wanted something low/zero maintenance.
I'm getting one so your video is going to help me immensely 👍thanks sir....you are a gentleman 😁..... where did you get the plastic base from ?.... I've been looking for it but can't find anything that's slightly bigger to set the shed on 🥺....if you could pass on your wisdom I would very much appreciate it 🙏👍
Mine was just off ebay, I only went with the one I did because of the price of it was reasonable at the time, but just search for GARDEN SHED BASE KIT or Plastic grid, you may need to cut some down to make it fit. Just look at the sizes available and do some calculations to see how many you need, etc. Make sure to start at the front and work back so any cuts are hidden/less noticeable.
Sorry not been on this for a long time! It can be up against the fence but ideally needs to be built away to get the roof panels in then move to the final position.
Hi, it is very stable, and heavy, we have had some strong winds recently, and it's not moved, all the main parts are well bolted together so they are not coming apart. The finished shed weights approx 180kg. (It came in 3 boxes, these are the weights including the packaging: Box 1: 48.5kg,, Box 2: 68kg & Box 3: 79.5kg) Google translate to spanish (Sorry if there are mistakes) Traductor de Google al español (perdón si hay errores): Hola, es muy estable y fuerte, hemos tenido algunos vientos fuertes recientemente y no se ha movido, todas las partes principales están bien atornilladas para que no se deshagan. El cobertizo terminado pesa aproximadamente 180 kg. (Viene en 3 cajas, estos son los pesos, incluido el embalaje: Caja 1: 48,5 kg, Caja 2:68 kg y Caja 3: 79,5 kg)
There are fixing holes so you can position the base, mark the hole locations on the ground and, drill though and use some sort of anchor bolt (I.e.concrete expansion or wedge-bolt) to secure it down. Mine is just held down by the weight of the stuff inside it, not had any issues in the 2 years I've had it installed.
I think I have noticed some condensation on the outside when it's very cold but its not effected me for what I store inside, I will look at this winter and try add an update comment.
1) yes still good, only issue I have is with the sliding lock at the top and bottom of the left side door, its not the best at staying screwed into the inside of the door, but I rarely open that side so usually not an issue. I think I replaced the screws for these locks but I did a while back so can't remember exactly what I did. 2) I think I have noticed some condensation on the outside when it's very cold but its not effected me for what I store inside, I will look at this winter and try add an update comment. 3) The floor come with it, not the mesh base I put down which I filled with the stones, that I got off eBay, not particular seller, loads of options on there and other sites. But you can also put this on slabs, etc. Just needs to be flat and level.
@@melsagelord3991 oh nope, see shortly after asking that question I bought one, built it. Was great for 2 months then the UK got battered with unusually high levels of wind. I even had 20-30 flagstones stored inside it. Wind ripped it all to pieces after 2 days, with exception to the floor since I had the flagstones on it.
Sorry to hear what happened to yours @Land967, I've never had any issues since I have had it, mine is only held down by the weight of the things inside it as Mel suggested. There are anchor points inside but these again only hold the floor down, the floor should then hold the rest down.
Hi, I have not used anything, it is just sitting on top on the plastic grid base. There are holes in the shed floor which you can use to secure it to the ground if you want, but it weighs approx 180KG without anything inside so I don't think it will go anywhere unless you have very band winds)
Good video! How are you finding the shed in terms of quality and structure. I am looking to replace my 8x12 timber shed and came across the Keter Factor, would be good to hear your thoughts on pros & cons?
It's generally good, no real issues using it, I've seen some birds make a mess on it but after a rain, it all came off, so glad its low maintenance. On the cons side, I was struggling to find extra shelves etc for it and when putting together some screws don't seem to hold very well/don't grip, particularly for the floor, although it's not been a major issue. The structural ones went in ok, just make sure to put in carefully. I would recommend that if you use the plastic base, you try keep the gravel all below the level of the base so it is easier to move if you need to.
Hi, it was just on earth/soil, I did compact some bits off camera which were bit soft so the ground was mostly level and hard. Than i put waterproof membrane, than gravel (as I needed it a bit higher), than plastic base filled with 20mm sharp gravel.
@@RobertAgarHutton no that I bought separate. If you are building on slabs that are level, you should be able to build straight on it, if you are building on earth or grass, you need a base, either like the plastic base I used filled with gravel, or you need to put down slabs/block paving or pour a concrete base. The shed does have a floor which the side panels bolt into, but you need solid and level ground. Before you start. Final note, make the the base is bigger then the shed, I recommend 6 inches to 12 inches in each direction.
P.s. search for plastic base, there are many out there and make sure you check what size gravel you need as different ones need different sizes of gravel.
My apologies I havnt been on this for a while so only just seen those questions, I just out this on another comment: I think I have noticed some condensation on the outside when it's very cold but its not effected me for what I store inside, I will look at this winter and try add an update comment.
Yes but I would probably recommend things like that in an insulated shed/building so you could use year round. Also I personalle wouldn't put anything too valuable inside as a determined criminal would be able to get into it.
Awesome she’d and great video on how to put one together, plus well done on the g string too.
Great job and awesome video demo. I just ordered the same one for our backyard.
Great video.
I have just started assembling this shed and have the exact same issues with some of the floor screws not 'biting' into the plastic.
It seems like there are frequent quality issues on all these plastic/resin sheds. Doesn't matter what brand.
As there are supply chain issues for getting replacement pieces; I am going to run a bead of epoxy glue down on the mating floor pieces, fill the screw holes with epoxy, add the screws and press on. Hopefully, this will secure the floor together.
Well done!
Great job. we used your video to pout ours together.
Kudos for the Video! Apologies for butting in, I would love your thoughts. Have you ever tried - Mahorrla Wooden Paradise Method (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now)? It is an awesome one of a kind product for building better sheds and woodworking without the hard work. Ive heard some super things about it and my friend finally got great results with it.
Glad to hear it 😊
i want one but i have 18 cats in my patio, do you think they can damage it with their claws? I saw another review and the guy said even dogs can scratch it and it's very visible..
Where is the electricity comes from? Does it had a solar panel?
I would have fixed up the old shed. It seemed to have been built quite well.
It was not fit for purpose unfortunately, the wood was mostly rotten and in my view not very well assembled. I also wanted something low/zero maintenance.
what tools are needed to build this?
Great work. Note you have no space to walk around the back.
I'm getting one so your video is going to help me immensely 👍thanks sir....you are a gentleman 😁..... where did you get the plastic base from ?.... I've been looking for it but can't find anything that's slightly bigger to set the shed on 🥺....if you could pass on your wisdom I would very much appreciate it 🙏👍
Mine was just off ebay, I only went with the one I did because of the price of it was reasonable at the time, but just search for GARDEN SHED BASE KIT or Plastic grid, you may need to cut some down to make it fit. Just look at the sizes available and do some calculations to see how many you need, etc.
Make sure to start at the front and work back so any cuts are hidden/less noticeable.
How much gravel was used? Can you tell me what size of gravel and how much please. Also did you secure the shed to the base? Many thanks
How do you secure the house to the ground?
How long did it take to put together once you started thr shed
Can it be built butt up to the fences or do you need space all around?
Sorry not been on this for a long time!
It can be up against the fence but ideally needs to be built away to get the roof panels in then move to the final position.
Excelente video Mr. Quisiera preguntarte si el shed es pesado y estable ? Gracias !
Hi, it is very stable, and heavy, we have had some strong winds recently, and it's not moved, all the main parts are well bolted together so they are not coming apart.
The finished shed weights approx 180kg. (It came in 3 boxes, these are the weights including the packaging: Box 1: 48.5kg,, Box 2: 68kg & Box 3: 79.5kg)
Google translate to spanish (Sorry if there are mistakes)
Traductor de Google al español (perdón si hay errores):
Hola, es muy estable y fuerte, hemos tenido algunos vientos fuertes recientemente y no se ha movido, todas las partes principales están bien atornilladas para que no se deshagan.
El cobertizo terminado pesa aproximadamente 180 kg. (Viene en 3 cajas, estos son los pesos, incluido el embalaje: Caja 1: 48,5 kg, Caja 2:68 kg y Caja 3: 79,5 kg)
So is there any way to fix to the base? Or best just to hope no high winds occcur😆
I forgot to add, mine is directly onto patio/slabs.
There are fixing holes so you can position the base, mark the hole locations on the ground and, drill though and use some sort of anchor bolt (I.e.concrete expansion or wedge-bolt) to secure it down.
Mine is just held down by the weight of the stuff inside it, not had any issues in the 2 years I've had it installed.
Hi there thanks for the video. Do you get condensation in winter? I've heard these a pretty bad for it. Cheers
I think I have noticed some condensation on the outside when it's very cold but its not effected me for what I store inside, I will look at this winter and try add an update comment.
1. Is it still intact? 2. Does it suffer from condensation and 3. does it come with all the base parts?? thanks
1) yes still good, only issue I have is with the sliding lock at the top and bottom of the left side door, its not the best at staying screwed into the inside of the door, but I rarely open that side so usually not an issue. I think I replaced the screws for these locks but I did a while back so can't remember exactly what I did.
2) I think I have noticed some condensation on the outside when it's very cold but its not effected me for what I store inside, I will look at this winter and try add an update comment.
3) The floor come with it, not the mesh base I put down which I filled with the stones, that I got off eBay, not particular seller, loads of options on there and other sites. But you can also put this on slabs, etc. Just needs to be flat and level.
@@llaadd thanks
What stops it from lifting up and/or around in the wind?? since there is no ground connection
Weight of items inside i imagine.
@@melsagelord3991 oh nope, see shortly after asking that question I bought one, built it.
Was great for 2 months then the UK got battered with unusually high levels of wind.
I even had 20-30 flagstones stored inside it.
Wind ripped it all to pieces after 2 days, with exception to the floor since I had the flagstones on it.
Sorry to hear what happened to yours @Land967, I've never had any issues since I have had it, mine is only held down by the weight of the things inside it as Mel suggested. There are anchor points inside but these again only hold the floor down, the floor should then hold the rest down.
What did you use to fix the shed onto the ground?
Hi, I have not used anything, it is just sitting on top on the plastic grid base. There are holes in the shed floor which you can use to secure it to the ground if you want, but it weighs approx 180KG without anything inside so I don't think it will go anywhere unless you have very band winds)
Good video! How are you finding the shed in terms of quality and structure. I am looking to replace my 8x12 timber shed and came across the Keter Factor, would be good to hear your thoughts on pros & cons?
It's generally good, no real issues using it, I've seen some birds make a mess on it but after a rain, it all came off, so glad its low maintenance.
On the cons side, I was struggling to find extra shelves etc for it and when putting together some screws don't seem to hold very well/don't grip, particularly for the floor, although it's not been a major issue. The structural ones went in ok, just make sure to put in carefully.
I would recommend that if you use the plastic base, you try keep the gravel all below the level of the base so it is easier to move if you need to.
Come build mind 👀
Great video, thanks. What did you use as the 'sub base' the one you poured the gravel into?
Hi, it was just on earth/soil, I did compact some bits off camera which were bit soft so the ground was mostly level and hard.
Than i put waterproof membrane, than gravel (as I needed it a bit higher), than plastic base filled with 20mm sharp gravel.
@@llaadd so that base is part of the shed kit?
@@RobertAgarHutton no that I bought separate. If you are building on slabs that are level, you should be able to build straight on it, if you are building on earth or grass, you need a base, either like the plastic base I used filled with gravel, or you need to put down slabs/block paving or pour a concrete base.
The shed does have a floor which the side panels bolt into, but you need solid and level ground. Before you start.
Final note, make the the base is bigger then the shed, I recommend 6 inches to 12 inches in each direction.
P.s. search for plastic base, there are many out there and make sure you check what size gravel you need as different ones need different sizes of gravel.
Well 90% of the video content was how to skip your old shed.
No one seems to want to answer the condensation questions
My apologies I havnt been on this for a while so only just seen those questions, I just out this on another comment:
I think I have noticed some condensation on the outside when it's very cold but its not effected me for what I store inside, I will look at this winter and try add an update comment.
Have space for mini gym?
Yes but I would probably recommend things like that in an insulated shed/building so you could use year round. Also I personalle wouldn't put anything too valuable inside as a determined criminal would be able to get into it.
The floor sank
Video starts at 6:10.
The title of tis video should be
"Lets watch a video of tipping the old shed "
I didn't think this many people would ever watch my video, will try be more descriptive in the title next time!