Spring is just around the corner and is the perfect time to enjoy the garden. You might have made plans to sit in a comfortable chair surrounded by scenting flowers and green grass. But what about the garden shed that you had been neglecting?
Pre-spring is the perfect time to do all the garden-related pending tasks you were putting off. Spring is the perfect time to spruce up your garden area so you can enjoy your evenings there.
Before you dive into other garden tasks, let’s see how maintaining your garden shed for the upcoming spring season can help you. A well-organized garden shed can save you time, effort, and sanity. This article highlights a few ways that you can upgrade your garden shed for spring.
Also read: Efficiently Maintain Your Garden Shed
Clean Your Shed
When was the last time you thoroughly cleaned your shed? Spring is the right time to clean your shed and the surrounding area to make it ready for the season. Take everything out to clean and mop the shed floor. Get rid of cobwebs, clean any spills and windows, and then reorganize.
Sort Your Things
An organized place is a happy place. Before renovating your garden shed, it is wise to sort your things out. Decide what you will need in the upcoming days and what is trash. Spend your day sorting and making room for things. Here are few things you can install to maximize your garden storage shed space:
Shelves
Shelves are available in metal and heavy-duty plastic material. You can use shelves to store items off the ground. Shelves can avoid clutter on the floor while keeping everything organized.
Hooks
Install hooks to hang your garden tools such as a rake, shovel, saw, hedge shears, gardener forks, garden hose, and more.
Labels
You might become confused as to where things are if you have a lot to store. Putting labels on your drawers can help you identify what is in which drawer.
Strategically Place Things
Having things strategically placed can save you time and energy. Place your items strategically so that frequently used items are in easily accessible locations. You might need seeds, fertilizer, garden tools and more during spring. Keep them in a place where you can access them quickly.
Paint Your Shed
Painting your garden shed can change its outlook. Choose vibrant colors and get creative when painting your garden shed. Paint it in contrast to your surroundings. You can also use two different shades of paint. Don’t forget to apply a primer as the foundation for better protection and even application.
Decorate Your Shed
Flowers will bloom in the spring and you will spend most of your time outdoors. Give a better aesthetic sense to your shed by beautifying it. Decorate your garden shed with paint and hanging decorations. You can also create a pathway to increase the beauty of your backyard.
Add Pots And Planters
Why limit yourself to just flower pots? You can spruce up your garden shed by adding pots and planters around it. Use hooks, pots, and rope to make a hanging planter. You can hang it on your shed’s door or walls.
Prepare For Pests
The presence of pests can be a nuisance for you. They can deteriorate your shed and the items inside it. Therefore, it is crucial to prepare your shed to get rid of them as soon as possible. Seal your shed so that pests can’t get inside. Use pesticides to keep them away. Make sure that there is no access to water or food resources for them.
Final Words
Cleaning up your garden shed and the surrounding area can be a daunting task. Sprucing it up a little can increase the value of your home and beautify the area. Prepare your garden shed for the springtime and enjoy your evenings.
