The Advantages of Steel Sheds: Why They’re a Popular Choice for New Zealanders

From rolling pastures in the countryside to quiet city suburbs, Kiwis all over the country use steel sheds. They’re an extremely popular choice for homeowners and business owners alike because they have many unique qualities that make them an excellent investment.

If you’re considering getting a steel shed, we’re here to help. In this blog post, we’re running through all the best advantages of steel sheds. From world-class durability to easy installation, there’s a lot to love about these storage staples.

World-Class Durability

New Zealand boasts a subtropical climate with some fairly wild weather. Depending on where you are in the country, you might deal with anything from blazing sun and saltwater to persistent rainstorms and blizzards. The job of any high-quality shed is to stand its ground in the face of that punishment.

That’s why steel sheds have become so popular. Steel has a much longer lifespan when compared with aluminium, plastic, or wooden sheds. Durasteel sheds, in particular, come with a 50-year structural warranty and a 15-year cladding warranty.

These qualities ensure that you’re not throwing your money away. Whether you’re a homeowner who needs to protect some valuable tools or a business owner creating additional space on your premises, one thing is for sure: you need that shed to last and keep those belongings safe. Otherwise, it could cost you a lot of money, time, and stress.

Low Maintenance and Low Stress

Steel sheds are well-known for being very low maintenance. They generally require a lot less upkeep than wood, which must be regularly repainted and recoated to protect it against moisture.

Advancements in galvanisation and steel coatings help to prevent rust and corrosion in the long term. This helps to keep your belongings safe for as long as possible. On top of that, it means you don’t have to worry about getting out into the yard and spending hours maintaining your shed each year.

A minimal maintenance routine will ensure your Durasteel shed lasts for up to half a century. We generally recommend the following:

• Keeping your shed generally free of debris.
• Giving it a quick spray down every so often to scrape away any lichen that might build from it being outside.
• Using a silicone or oil-based lubricant on the hinges to keep them in good working order.
• Repair any damage to the shed as quickly as possible to keep rust, water, and pests out (though Durasteel sheds are hard to damage).

Installed by Professionals

The best steel sheds are installed by the professionals who design them because it creates the most durable result! Not only that, but it also drastically reduces the effort you need to put in on installation day.

Whether you’ve chosen a lean-to shed or an American Quaker-style barn, you should be able to sit back and relax while your new addition comes to life before your eyes. This is why large steel sheds are so popular with Kiwi homes and businesses: they’re easier to erect than brand-new buildings and are usually accompanied by a team of professionals who can take care of the job for you.

Case in point: the Durasteel installation team. As a family-run business, the quality of our service is just as important to use as our workmanship.

Secure and Safe

Whether you’re adding a shed to your backyard or storing valuable machinery for your business, one thing remains the same: you need your shed to be secure. The materials need to be strong and durable to prevent any unwanted weather or pests from getting to your belongings.

On top of that, the shed needs to be securely lockable at a minimum. Additional systems like alarms, motion lighting, and automatic doors are all possible as well, depending on the size of the shed that you choose.

For example, many of our storage sheds are built with secure cantilever doors for easy use, but we can also work with you to create a custom shed that suits your unique security needs.

Incredibly Versatile

Finally, one of our favourite things about steel sheds is how versatile they are. Whether you need a storage facility or you want to erect a beautiful shed home in a cost-effective way, the right shed can get the job done.

The key is to approach your selection with an eye toward flexibility. Our custom shed team works with Kiwis from all over the country to build their perfect sheds, using our pre-designed layouts as a beginning before making refinements as needed.

Even once the shed is up and designed, the new space can be used in so many different ways. This is thanks to the quality of a good steel shed, which can be insulated enough to create a living space or simple enough to provide a basic hobby space.

Whatever you can dream of, you can have… you just have to pick the right shed.

Ready to build the steel shed of your dreams? Talk to the team at Durasteel.

Whether you’re a homeowner after some extra space or a business owner in need of a secure steel shed, you’ll find it in the Durasteel range. Browse our range of steel sheds today or get in touch for a free quote on a custom shed from us.