EcoBase Fastfit Shed Base for 8x6, 7x5

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Similarly to the point above, shed bases help with air circulation. Making sure that moisture doesn’t get trapped inside the structure is very important.

or more people can expand the collapsable geocell panels and stake each side with rebar. We recommend trimming off whatever you don’t need so you get the perfect fit and you can save the rest for future projects. Using a shed base can extend the life of your shed by protecting it from damp and subsidence. Having invested several hundred pounds in a new shed, it’s worth making sure that it will last as long as possible – so don’t skimp on the base! Shed bases are essential for creating a strong foundation for your garden shed. While they can take additional time to factor into your shed project and a little more money, they could save you much more time and money in the long run. Having a sturdy shed base in place helps to ensure your new shed is level, and it also raises the structure slightly off the ground so that it’s not at the mercy of damp earth.Geocell installation doesn’t have to be difficult nor does getting the shed base you want that will last a long time at an affordable price. Talk to Our Shed Team Today Weed resistant– Supplied with a sheet of weed-resistant membrane cut to size, you can be sure that your building will not be disrupted by plants or weeds. Please be aware that we currently cannot arrange for delivery of this product to the following postcodes: AB, FK, HS, IV, KA, KW, PA, PH, ZE, LL58-LL78, IM, TR, BT, PO30-41. Wood needs to be treated to protect it from insects and rot; therefore, there is some maintenance involved in having a wooden base. You will need to treat the wood before laying it, and continue to do so every year. Installation with a Weed Membrane Your options, besides plastic grids, include concrete foundations and paving slabs. I’ve steered clear of these bases in my recommendations for the following reasons: they are a very permanent fixture, installation often requires a professional, they don’t always provide good drainage, and building with concrete is shown to create a lot of CO2.

You will need to dig an area to place the slabs in, making sure the ground is completely level. The process will likely require the use of cement; to create a really water-tight finish, you’ll need to point the slabs (fill in the gaps with mortar and cement), which means that this isn’t necessarily a very eco-friendly option. Overall, this is a simple product that works effectively for its intended function. Although not the cheapest, it comes with a weed membrane included and is straight forward to clip together.

A sheet of weed membrane is also provided, to stop weeds from growing up under the base. Although it’s not 100% necessary to use gravel to fill in the grids, and some people choose not to, the weed membrane helps keep the base appearance tidy either way. When it comes to shed bases, I recommend using plastic grids. They’re the easiest, low-hassle option, provide good drainage and actually have environmental advantages too (compared to other bases). Choose a shed base that is the same size as, or slightly larger than, your shed. The plastic resins are designed to be resistant to the sun's UV rays, ensuring they do not become brittle as many other plastics are likely to. EcoBase Fastfit can be used as a firm foundation for a wide variety of garden buildings and structures. Here’s a few of them…