I have recently purchased a new garden shed please suggest the best options and weather proofing for erecting?

Question

I have recently purchased a new garden shed please suggest the best options and weather proofing for erecting?

Answer 1

It should already be waterproof in that it will keep the rain out but if you want to keep mositure out as well you will have to seal all the little holes / gaps and seal the door like a house and possibly line the inside of the shed as well.

Make sure you have a good flat concret slap to start with don't use blocks or pavers.

Is that what you meant.

Answer 2

A concrete base would be ideal this would give you a level suface wich will help keep the shed stable, if you cannot build a base you should consider paving slabs these must be level and if posible bedded in to prevent settling after time ,paint your shed with a timber guard or creasote.If you intend to build your shed near a wall paint that side first.felt roofing is cheap and sturdy as long as it is fixed down well.

Answer 3

That depends is the shed wood or steel? If it is steel you MUST have a vapor barrier made specially for steel buildings otherwise the roof will drip even with insulation. 4 inch insulation for the roof and walls should be fine. I hope this helps.