Choose the Right Timber Wall Thickness
Not sure whether a 28 mm, 50 mm or 70 mm timber building is right for you?
The best choice depends on how you plan to use your shed, how much time you expect to spend inside it and the level of strength and comfort you require.
As the timber becomes thicker, the building generally becomes stronger, more stable and better able to maintain a comfortable internal temperature. However, thicker timber also increases the overall purchase price and may require a more substantial foundation.
Use the guide below to compare your options.
An affordable and attractive choice for everyday storage.
Our 28 mm timber sheds are ideal for customers who want a genuine solid-timber garden building without the cost of a heavier cabin.
They are well suited to storing garden tools, lawn equipment, bicycles, outdoor furniture and household items. They can also be used as a hobby room, small workshop or occasional backyard retreat.
Best suited for:
- General garden storage
- Tool and equipment sheds
- Bicycle and outdoor furniture storage
- Small workshops
- Hobby and craft spaces
- Occasional recreational use
- Customers working with a smaller budget
Advantages
- Most affordable timber thickness
- Faster and easier to assemble
- Attractive solid-timber appearance
- Stronger and more substantial than very thin timber sheds
- Suitable for many common backyard uses
- Lower overall building weight
Things to consider
- Provides less thermal protection than 50 mm or 70 mm timber
- Not the best choice for frequent year-round occupation
- More sensitive to outdoor temperature changes
- May require additional insulation for use as a regular office or studio
Choose 28mm when:
You mainly need a beautiful, durable garden shed for storage, hobbies or occasional use and want the most cost-effective solid-timber option.
The best balance of strength, comfort and value.
Our 50 mm timber sheds are a versatile middle option for customers who want more than basic storage.
The thicker walls provide greater strength and improved temperature stability, making these buildings suitable for workshops, home offices, studios, entertainment spaces and comfortable backyard retreats.
For many customers, 50 mm offers the ideal balance between affordability and year-round usability.
Best suited for:
- Home offices
- Art or photography studios
- Larger workshops
- Hobby rooms
- Games and entertainment rooms
- Garden retreats
- Regular year-round use
- Valuable equipment storage
Advantages
- Stronger and more stable than 28 mm timber
- Better protection from heat and cold
- More comfortable for longer periods of use
- Suitable for a wider variety of purposes
- Substantial log-cabin appearance
- Excellent balance between price and performance
Things to consider
- Higher initial cost than a 28 mm shed
- Heavier components may require additional assistance during construction
- Requires a strong, level foundation
- Additional insulation may still be beneficial for fully climate-controlled use
Choose 50 mm when:
You plan to spend regular time inside the building and want a comfortable, strong and versatile space without moving to the heaviest wall option.
Maximum strength and comfort for premium backyard spaces.
Our 70 mm timber buildings are designed for customers seeking the highest level of strength, stability and year-round comfort within our garden shed range.
The substantial timber walls make these buildings particularly suitable for larger cabins, premium offices, studios, workshops and multifunctional backyard rooms that will be used frequently.
This is the preferred option when the building is intended to feel more like an additional room than a traditional garden shed.
Best suited for:
- Premium home offices
- Professional studios
- Large workshops
- Music or creative rooms
- Entertainment spaces
- Frequent year-round use
- Larger timber buildings
- Customers wanting maximum durability and comfort
Advantages
- Thickest and strongest wall option
- Improved internal temperature stability
- Better suited to frequent and extended use
- Greater structural solidity
- Premium log-cabin appearance
- Ideal for larger and more substantial buildings
- Best foundation for creating an insulated, climate-controlled space
Things to consider
- Highest purchase price
- Heavier materials require more planning and labour
- A substantial, accurately levelled foundation is essential
- Construction may take longer
- May be more than necessary for simple garden storage
Choose 70 mm when:
You want a premium backyard building for frequent use and prioritise strength, comfort and long-term versatility over the lowest possible price.
