Shedloads of usefulness
If you have a storage shed in your backyard, it can be converted into a usable, liveable space where you can work on craft projects, grow things, or create a she-shed, card/cigar room, music room, study area, or just a place to hang out and read. Consider these tips for converting your shed from a place to store garden tools to a place where you’ll want to spend all of your free time.
A new coat of paint, inside and out
Make a shed into a new space with interior and exterior paint. Since most sheds are small, this is a quick painting job you can finish over a weekend with the proper preparation. If the shed is distant from the house, you can choose its own colour scheme (warm pastels and flower-like shades are popular). Otherwise, try to match your house colour scheme so they don’t clash.
Seal up cracks
Garden sheds, particularly stand-alone sheds used for storing equipment, often need to be sealed to prevent drafts, bugs, dust and other problems. After cleaning out the shed, be prepared to break out the caulk and weatherstripping to help make the shed as airtight as possible. A very rickety shed may need to have walls replaced.