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September 14, 2026

Do You Need Planning Permission for a Shed? UK Rules Explained 2026

In most cases you do not need planning permission for a garden shed in England: outbuildings are normally permitted development under the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015. In this 2026 explainer, Furniture in Fashion sets out the conditions that catch householders out rather than the principle that rarely does. Height, position and coverage decide it: a shed must be single storey with eaves no higher than 2.5m, overall height capped at 4m for a dual pitched roof or 3m for any other form, dropping to just 2.5m within 2m of a boundary, and outbuildings must not cover more than half the land around the original house. The report also covers the tighter rules on designated land and for listed buildings, the effect of Article 4 directions and title covenants, and the separate building regulations thresholds including Part P for electrical work....

September 14, 2026

How Much Does a Shed Cost in the UK? 2026 Price Index by Size & Material

Shed cost is driven by footprint, material and the base it stands on, and the base is the item buyers most often leave out. Furniture in Fashion states plainly that no verifiable public dataset tracks UK shed prices by size and material, so this report publishes no price index and instead sets out the cost structure honestly: what each material buys in durability and maintenance, and the specification details that separate a well built shed from a superficially similar one. Pressure treated timber resists rot far longer than dip treated timber of identical dimensions, cladding profile and frame section determine how well a structure resists racking, and metal sheds trade maintenance for condensation. The report matches shed footprints from 4ft x 3ft to 12ft x 8ft against realistic uses and base specifications, and covers roof shape, permitted development height limits in England, positioning for airflow and the security fixings that genuinely make a difference....

August 7, 2026

How to Stop Garden Furniture Cover Blowing Away?

Garden furniture covers rarely blow off from the top: wind finds a gap at the hem, inflates the cover from underneath and lifts the whole thing. This guide works through the three fixes that solve it, covering close fitting sizing, weight placed low and inside the cover, and anchoring to fixed points with bungee cords, ground pegs or ratchet straps. It also explains why stacking furniture lowers the profile, why vented covers perform better in both wind and damp, and how choosing a sheltered position against a wall removes an entire exposed side. There is practical advice on storing rather than covering, looking after cushions and parasols, and repairing small tears before they spread, followed by a short set of answers to the questions British garden owners ask most....

August 5, 2026

How to Keep Garden Furniture Dry?

Keeping garden furniture dry is really about helping it dry out rather than sealing it away, since trapped moisture causes far more damage than rain itself. This guide explains why fully waterproof covers pulled tight to the ground create the mould they were meant to prevent, and what a properly vented breathable cover should look like. We cover raising furniture off wet paving, storing cushions so foam does not stay saturated, using canopies and gazebos to keep water off in the first place, and spotting design features that trap water. There is practical advice on winter storage, treating algae, mildew, rust and greyed timber, plus a simple seasonal routine for UK gardens....

July 6, 2026

What Makes a Great Garden Bench with Storage?

Choosing a garden bench with storage is easy once you know which details truly matter, and this guide breaks them down clearly. We look at build quality, from solid frames to rust resistant hardware, and explain which materials genuinely cope with British weather. There is practical advice on lid mechanisms that lift smoothly and stay open safely, plus honest guidance on storage capacity so you are not caught out by a shallow base. We also cover comfort, proportion and styling so the bench flatters its setting rather than crowding it. A closing FAQ answers the common questions on damp protection, materials and seat depth to help you buy with confidence....

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