Storage or Shed? The Ultimate Showdown

01 Jun Storage or Shed? The Ultimate Showdown

Shed loyalist? Or secretly dreaming of somewhere drier, safer and less spider infested?

Let’s settle it.

You’ve got stuff. It’s in the way. You need it out of the way – but not gone forever. So what’s better: the good old British shed or a proper self-storage unit?

Here’s the breakdown.

Round 1: Security

Shed: One dodgy padlock and the hope that your garden gnome looks intimidating.
Storage Unit: CCTV, keypad entry, alarms – and no way someone’s walking off with your mower.

Winner: Storage. No contest.

Round 2: Weatherproofing

Shed: Damp, warped wood and that musty smell that says “your stuff’s already ruined.”
Storage Unit: Dry, solid and built to keep the weather out – no soggy surprises.

Winner: Storage. Your boxes stay boxes, not mush.

Round 3: Space

Shed: Tight squeeze. Hard to get to anything without dragging everything out.
Storage Unit: Plenty of space. Easy to move around and organise your stuff properly.

Winner: Storage. Just makes life easier.

Round 4: Flexibility

Shed: Fixed. Small. Full.
Storage Unit: Upgrade, downsize, swap units – whatever suits your life right now.

Winner: You guessed it.

Round 5: Spider Count

We don’t need to explain this one.
Winner: Storage. Every time.

Final Verdict?

If your “just chuck it in the shed” plan isn’t working anymore it might be time for a better option.

Whether it’s tools, furniture, stock or stuff you just don’t want to trip over every day — a Reddistores unit keeps it safe, clean and out of your hair (and away from spiders).

Want to compare sizes or prices?

Email: info@reddistores.co.uk
Tel: 01527 62308

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