The Bothy Shed

All our timber products are manufactured by our highly skilled team in the Dublin Mountains. Online stock levels are not always accurate as stock levels can change very quickly.

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All our shed prices include a delivery and installation service within the Greater Dublin area. For quotes on fitting a shed outside this area please contact us, sales@timbertrove.com 

Site Requirements & Recommendations

A clear and level site is essential for the construction of your new Garden Shed. Please allow approximately 12"/30cm between the Shed and any existing fence or wall.

Access required: Side entrance with no overhead height restrictions or similar. If necessary please contact us for clarification.

What base do I need for my garden shed? Is it okay to put my shed on the grass or soil?
The vast majority of garden sheds sit on concrete blocks which are placed directly onto grass or soil which works great for the average garden shed. Please note that concrete blocks are included in the price of your shed. The blocks will keep the wood from touching the ground and will allow air to circulate under the shed. This option offers great advantages as it will save you the cost of constructing a concrete base and is more convenient if you need to relocate the shed in a few years’ time.

Do I need a concrete base for my shed?
A concrete base would be ideal, but in reality the vast majority of garden sheds sit on concrete blocks which are placed on grass or soil. In most cases, this will work perfectly. However, if you are purchasing a very large shed or you intend to put a lot of weight into it, then you should consider putting it on a concrete base or at least a hardcore stone base. In doing so, you will prevent the shed from sinking or moving. If it moves or sink on one side or corner, it will cause the shed to twist and may push the door out of line.

I have a concrete base. Do I still need blocks underneath my shed?
Yes, it’s still a really good idea to put blocks under the shed because it allows air to circulate underneath which extends the life of your wooden shed floor.

Do I have to extend the concrete base?
A full concrete base is the ideal solution, but for the average garden shed it is not necessary to extend it. We can simply place some blocks on the concrete base while building up blocks on the lower ground to support the shed at an even level. However, if you intend on putting heavy items in the shed then extending the concrete base would be the best option.

What happens if the site for my new shed is not level?
If your site is slightly uneven, we can usually fix this quite easily with some extra packers on top of the blocks. However, if the site is very low on one side we can build it up using additional concrete blocks to ensure that the shed will be level. It’s important to note that these blocks will be visible. In this instance, our customers often decide to hide the blocks at a later stage by either raising their garden or camouflaging them with shrubs or a timber panel. If your garden is very sloped or uneven, it may be necessary to level the area before ordering your shed. If you are unsure or concerned, please send us a photograph of the proposed site and we can advise you on this. When taking the photo, if possible include a fence or a wall in the background to give us an idea of the scale and include the size of the shed you are planning to purchase.

Why do I need a level site ?
It’s important that your new shed sits level otherwise over time the walls will twist and the door will go out of line.