Benefits of Owning a Garden Workshop
Owning a garden workshop opens up a whole world of possibilities just steps from your back door. It’s a wonderful upgrade that can utterly transform how you work, store, and spend your time outdoors. From hands-on projects to simply needing better storage, here are a few benefits of a garden workshop:
- Dedicated Creative Space: Enjoy a private, purpose-built area for woodworking, tinkering with tools, art, or any hobby without cluttering your house.
- Extra Storage & Organisation: A workshop shed provides plenty of room to store garden equipment, bicycles, and seasonal items, keeping your garage and home tidy.
- Property Enhancement: A well-built garden workshop can add functional square footage and charm to your property, potentially increasing its appeal.
- All-Weather Use: With the right design, your workshop can be used year-round. It’s your perfect retreat, whether it’s sunny or snowing.
- Professional Assembly Included: For added peace of mind, we include free installation with our Platinum, Sapphire, and Diamond ranges. This saves you time and ensures the structure is built correctly by our experts.
Types of Garden Workshops
Our wide range of garden workshops includes several build types, broken down into four main categories, depending on what type of use you have in mind.
Heavy Duty Workshops
With thicker framing and cladding, these impressive buildings are built for regular use and heavier kit. They are ideal for people with power tools, machinery, or commercial use in mind. Many of our customers choose them as proper workspaces for mechanics or builders.
Insulated Workshops
Providing year-round comfort with insulation in the roof, walls, and floor, insulated garden workshops stay warm in winter, cool in summer, and are perfect for offices, studios, or daily hobby use. You can plug in a heater or cooler without worrying about energy wastage, and the internal space stays pleasant all year round.
Sectional Workshops
Sectional garden workshops are low-maintenance buildings made from concrete or metal panels. They are especially popular where durability and security are a main priority. Sectional designs also allow for faster assembly on site, and many come with reinforced walls and integrated floors for added stability.
Timber Workshops
Classic wood finish with full customisation in size, doors, windows, and paint. Choose from shiplap, loglap, or weatherboard to match your style. Timber workshops are one of the most popular choices thanks to their natural appearance and the range of customisation options available.
Popular Sizes and Dimensions
Looking for compact storage? Or maybe a full-scale garden workshop? Whatever your choice, our sizes vary widely, including:
- 10×8 ft: A great starting point for hobbyists, offering just enough space for light tools and garden gear.
- 12×8 ft: A step up in depth, allowing for a full-length workbench and shelving.
- 14×10 ft: Excellent for those needing room to move around with larger tools and equipment.
- 16×8 ft: Offers generous length, ideal for long or narrow gardens where width is limited.
- 20×8 ft: Maximises usable floor space without overwhelming the garden footprint.
- 20×14 ft: A serious workspace. Great for business use or dividing into multiple functional zones.
Not sure what size is right for you? It helps to consider future needs. Some of our customers eventually wish they’d gone slightly bigger, especially when large workbenches and storage start taking up floor space. Also, and we hate to state the obvious here, but it’s also worth measuring the items you plan to store or the work area you’ll need before choosing your garden workshop.
Garden Workshop Roof Styles
Your garden workshop’s roof style can completely change its appearance (and even its function). From the traditional British charm of a pitched apex to the crisp, contemporary lines of a pent roof, the right type of design makes a real difference in terms of style and practicality.
- Apex Roof: This classic shape with central height is great for headroom and traditional charm. It is ideal for freestanding buildings and is also useful if you want to install overhead storage or lighting.
- Pent Roof: This modern flat slope is ideal near boundaries or fences. It offers good height at the front while keeping a discreet profile. Pent roofs are often preferred in urban gardens where height restrictions apply.
Cladding and Wall Thickness Options
Our workshops come in a variety of materials:
- T&G Shiplap: Interlocking tongue-and-groove timber boards with a smooth finish
- T&G Loglap: Rounded log-style boards for a traditional, rustic look
- Overlap Weatherboard: Traditional horizontal cladding
- Metal Panels: Durable and secure, ideal for minimal upkeep
Wall thickness can vary depending on the range. Premium models like our Platinum workshops use thicker boards and framing, which not only last longer but also provide a sturdier, more solid feel.
Garden Workshop Insulation
Want a workshop you can use in winter? Go insulated, and keep your garden building warm during the long, colder months. Our insulated garden workshops come with:
- Foil-backed internal lining
- Draft-sealed doors
- Roof and floor insulation options
- Double-glazed windows in many cases
This setup helps regulate temperature and reduce noise. It’s the ideal choice for anyone using power tools, working long hours inside, or storing temperature-sensitive equipment.
Customers using their garden workshops as art studios, music rooms, or offices really benefit from the quieter, more stable internal environment that insulation provides.
Customisation Options
Every garden workshop we sell is made to order. At 1st Choice Leisure Buildings, you can choose from:
- Size and layout
- Cladding type and colour
- Door and window placement
- Roof covering and internal options
- Insulation level
Need something not shown? Just ask! Whether you need extra height, double doors, skylights, extra windows or shelving, our team can usually build it. You can also request extras like heavy-duty flooring, security features, or partitioned sections if you want to create different zones for different uses.
Why Choose 1st Choice Leisure Buildings?
We are a proud family business that combines decades of experience with honest service and high-quality builds:
- UK-made workshops from trusted partners like Diamond and Platinum
- Free installation included in the price on most models
- Transparent warranties that are clear, fair, and based on real-world use
- Custom builds with fast lead times
- Showroom in Surrey so you can see before you buy
We work closely with a small group of manufacturers to offer the best-performing outdoor buildings across multiple ranges. Rather than pushing standardised kits, we adapt every building to suit you. Unlike many online-only sellers, we provide in-person service, display models, and genuine advice.
Our team doesn’t rely on flashy sales tricks. You’ll speak with experienced builders and advisors, not trained ‘closers’ chasing their next commission. That’s why so many of our customers return or refer friends and family!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are garden workshops insulated?
Some come insulated as standard. Others can be upgraded.
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Are timber workshops hard to maintain?
Not at all. A coat of paint or wood treatment every few years is enough.
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Can I customise my garden workshop?
Yes, almost every part can be tailored to your needs.
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Do I need planning permission for a garden workshop?
Usually not, unless the building is very large or unusually tall.
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Do you offer free delivery for your garden workshops?
Yes, free delivery is available for most of our outdoor buildings, depending on your area.
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Is installation included in the price?
Yes, free installation is included on most timber workshop models.
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What’s the difference between a shed and a workshop shed?
Workshop sheds are stronger, larger, and designed for frequent use.
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