EcoBase Fastfit Shed Base for 8x6, 7x5

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If you are going to invest the money and time in building a shed for your garden, plastic or otherwise, you owe it to yourself to invest in a good solid foundation for it. The more distance you can put between your shed and the ground, the better. Damp-proof membrane creates an effective barrier between the damp of the ground and the base of your shed.

All images are for illustrative purposes only. All dimensions are approximate and may vary with manufacturers tolerances. Dimensions contained within product names are approximate, for guidance purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, all measurements are overall including roof overhangs where applicable. If you are using a plastic shed base that forms a grid, the gravel that you place in between the grids will help to keep rainwater from splashing onto the bottom of your shed. This is very important if you have a wood shed as all the water will only serve to accelerate rot. Please note some larger products are delivered to kerb-side (the street outside your home), it is at the drivers discretion if they can deliver the item to another location on the property.To create your shed base, simply join as many Ecobase FastFit grid tiles together as required. They are easily connected and come complete free weed suppressant ground membrane. The EcoBase FastFit tile is available in 1 size – approx. 500x500mm but can be joined together to make a foundation of any size, and can be easily cut to any shape using a normal hand saw. EcoBase have a 10-year guarantee and these reusable grid tiles are lightweight and easy to handle, costing a fraction of the price of a traditional concrete base. Images shown are supplied by the manufacturers. Unless stated otherwise, any tools, accessories, toys, garden equipment etc. are only shown for photographic purposes.

In this step, all you need to do is connect the grids together to create a base large enough for your shed. In the case of the Ecobase Fastfit, each grid features clips and grooves which making light work of connecting the grids together. Each grid has a footprint of 500mm x 500mm (approx. 19.7 inches x 19.7 inches). As a result, you’ll need at least five grids for an 8’x6’ shed (for example). Can you cut a plastic shed base? If you don’t use a base you may find that the soil moves and your shed does not stay level. This will cause the building to warp, and doors and windows will become distorted, eventually failing to open and close properly. Seeing as the shed will sit on top of gravel, any water will easily drain away from the structure. Therefore, a wooden base is pretty good at stopping damp or rot becoming an issue in your shed. Scottish Highlands & Islands postcodes: AB, FK, HS, IV, KA, KW, PA, PH, ZE, LL58-LL78, IM, TR, PO30-41

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This is one question you may still have in mind. Being kind to the environment is something we’re all focusing on now, and for good reason too. The good news is the plastic pro base is made from recycled plastic, and is of exceptionally good quality too. A plastic shed base has a lot going for it. Firstly, it’s never going to rot – no matter how long it’s down for. It’s also built to be extremely rigid, even though it is surprisingly light in nature. Its lightness makes it very easy to move into place too. You can have it delivered to your door and quite easily carry it through to your garden without needing help or a lie down! Once you’ve chosen your spot and levelled the ground, you simply need to lay the plastic shed base down and you’re ready to put your shed up. In this sense, it is a great time-saver as well. It might sound too good to be true, but this is one instance when it really is the right thing to choose.

While they are made for Arrow brand sheds, there is no reason why you couldn't adapt them to fit your particular brand of shed. In Conclusion Overall, geocell is the most affordable, strongest foundation with natural permeability and DIY installation. It’s the clear winner on the market when building a shed foundation. As you’re reading this, its safe to assume you want to know how to install a plastic shed base kit. Perhaps you want to know how easy it really is before buying, or maybe you’ve just bought one and you need a reliable step-by-step guide to setting it up. Thankfully, of all the shed base ideas you may have seen, laying a plastic base is an easy job – and much easier than building a concrete shed base, for example. Here’s how to install a plastic shed base… 1. Make sure you have everything you need Installation is relatively straight forward, though the ground needs to be levelled first which can be the most time-consuming part. Care needs to be taken not to force the tabs when fitting the grids together as well, as they can be prone to breaking.

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Alternatively, instead of using plastic, you may choose to make a wooden frame. These are relatively simple to put together, though require more gravel filling than a plastic grid. If you do choose to use wood, make sure to select FSC approved timber. Concrete has often been a popular choice for shed bases because it creates a very solid, flat surface and keeps insects out. It can take a lot of weight if installed correctly. For the most part, it’s a good idea to leave at least 30 – 40 mm extra room on all sides of the shed, but you can leave more. Not only will this extra space help with rain run-off, it will also allow a little room for error.