Wooden Sheds and Summer Houses

Wooden sheds or summer houses have a multitude of uses. They can be used as workshops, children’s play zones, gyms or simply for relaxation. Nelson Potter sell a wide range of wooden garden buildings including timber sheds, summer houses, log cabins, garages and workshops.

Wooden Sheds
Wooden sheds can really enhance your garden. They are not only for used storing garden tools and equipment but they can also be used as an extension of your home as a play area, garden office, craft room or even an outside bar. There is no limit to your imagination!

Nelson Potter sell a wide range of wooden sheds including potting sheds, lean-to, lockable sheds, square sheds, rectangular and barn sheds with additional storage in the eves.  Our sheds range in size from the smallest, 5’ x 4’ (1450 mm x 1150 mm) Budget Apex Shed, to the 12’ x 8’ (3550 mm x 2350 mm) Barn Shed (largest size).

Before buying a garden shed, there are some things you need to consider first. Think about what you want to use the shed for before deciding on the size. You may only need a garden or allotment shed for storing equipment and tools, or you could want one to serve a wider use – such as a garden shed large enough to be used as an office.

Think about the design of the shed, the layout and where you hope to put it. Make sure it proportionate to your outside area and does not swamp your garden. You may want to consider the quality of the construction and whether you need cladding. For larger sheds, planning permission may be required.

All our wooden sheds are treated with a base coat, which is a spray on application. As this is only designed as a first step, we recommend that all buildings treated with a base coat are then treated with a high quality preservative after fitting.

Our sheds are sold in a flat pack form with all fittings included and we also offer a fitting service if required (price on application).

Wooden Sheds - click here to browse our full range

Shed Extras
We offer a number of different extras when you order your shed, to ensure it meets all your requirements. These include a security post (lock and key) to provide added peace of mind. A shed security bar is an additional security device which goes across the door to prevent the door from opening. Window grilles act as a deterrent and are also available as an optional extra.

You can choose to have an extra window on the side, which is ideal if you are using the shed frequently, for example as an office or children’s play area. If you intend to spend a lot of time in your shed, you can also have a top hinge fitted on the window as an extra. Some sheds are available with the choice of an extra wide single door, which is perfect if you want to move tables or large equipment into the shed.  Other additions include a left-hand hinge, which is useful depending on where you want to place your shed and shaped barge boards to improve the aesthetics of your garden building.

Summer Houses
Summer houses are not only functional, but decorative too and can be a valuable addition to any garden. They can be used to take time out away from the house – but also have the added benefit of being close by if you want to nip back for a cuppa or cold drink. Summer houses make great dining areas, hobby rooms, offices and are also the perfect place to relax, unwind and put on some music as you enjoy your garden and surroundings. They can also double up as storage space. 

Nelson Potter sell a superb range of summer houses with an apex or pent style roof. These include square shaped summerhouses, rectangular, pentagon, octagon, Alpine style, Georgian style and cabin style. Sizes range from the smallest at 6’ x 6’ (1750 mm x 1750 mm) and the Georgian summerhouse which comes in various sizes with the largest being 12’ x 8’ (3550 mm x 2350 mm).

If you have a summerhouse with a veranda it provides the best of both worlds as the veranda is an ideal place to sit out on with a cool drink on a summer’s day or unwind with a glass of wine. We also sell summerhouses with verandas such as the Cabin Summerhouse which has the option of a 30’ x 6’ veranda or a 30’ x 8’ veranda and also the Summerhouse (Including veranda) which comes in six different sizes from the smallest, 8’ x 6’ (2500 mm x2350 mm) including veranda and the largest being 12.6’ x 10’ (3700 mm x 2950 mm), including veranda.

Before buying a summer house, there are some things you need to consider first. Think about what you want to use the summer house for before deciding on the size. You may want one as a children’s play area, or to have a summer house large enough to use as an office or to entertain friends in.

Think about what sort of design you want, the layout, where you hope to place your summer house, the door and window positions, and whether or not you want a veranda. Make sure your summer house is proportionate to your outside area and is not too big for your garden. You may want to consider the quality of the construction and whether you need cladding and any optional extras such as opening windows. Planning permission may be required.

All our summer houses are treated with a base coat, which is a spray on application. As this is only designed as a first step, we recommend that all buildings treated with a base coat are then treated with a high quality preservative after fitting.

The summer houses are sold in a flat pack form and all fittings are included. We also offer a fitting service if required (price on application).

Summer Houses - click here to browse our full range

Summerhouse Extras
We offer a number of optional extras when you order, to ensure your summer house is perfectly suited to your needs. You may choose to have an extra window, which is perfect for admiring the view across your garden. Opening windows are useful if you want to use your summer house to entertain friends or as an office or playroom. Other extras include antique handles and a three lever lock to provide extra security.

You may want to create a more homely feel and add to the aesthetics of your summer house by opting for an 18” window box. Shaped barge boards are also available as an optional extra. These will provide a wonderful decorative finish to the front and rear roofline of your summer house.

Log Cabins
Log cabins provide valuable extra living space – right at the bottom of the garden. They make perfect home offices and are ideal for therapy rooms, hobby rooms, play rooms, gym, music rooms, entertaining friends and can even double up as comfortable guest accommodation. You can also order a log cabin with a veranda where you can sit back, relax and enjoy a cool glass of wine on a summer’s evening.

Nelson Potter sell a superb range of log cabins of all shapes and sizes including square and rectangular shaped ones. We also have log cabins with shaded outside areas and log cabins with or without verandas or decked areas. Among our vast selection are log cabins with one room, which make perfect relaxation rooms or home offices, right up to the Helsinki Log cabin which has five rooms, a decked area and a useful attic space. Large summer houses are ideal if you have a large garden and want to accommodate guests but also maintain your own privacy.

Our smallest log cabin is the Lampi 210 which is 5.57 m sq (6 m sq external) and benefits from a lockable partially glazed front door and a hinged widow. The stunning five-roomed Helsinki is the largest log cabin we offer which has an internal size of 29.99 m sq and an external size of 46.53 m sq. 

Before buying a log cabin, first think about what you want to use it for, before deciding on the size. You may want one to serve as a relaxation or hobby room or to have a log cabin large enough to use as a guest house.

Think about what sort of design you want, the layout, where you want it in your garden and whether or not you want decking or a veranda. Make sure your log cabin is proportionate to your outside area and is not too big for your garden. You may want to consider the quality of the construction and whether you need any optional extras such as under floor heating. Planning permission may also be required.

Log cabins are delivered in kit form (piece by piece).  We offer a fitting service if required (price on application).  

Log Cabins - click here to browse our full range

Log Cabin Extras
Nelson Potter offer optional extras for our log cabins such as under floor heating, which is ideal if you want to use the log cabin as a work room or guest area. We also offer a guttering kit which serves to channel the water away from your roof and therefore helps to increase the life-span of your log cabin.

Workshops
Workshops are really useful to have, especially if you enjoy gardening. If you have a large garden you are likely to have a great deal of equipment that you need to store and put away. You will not only need a place to for plant pots, fertiliser, weed killer, bulbs and seeds, but you will also need a larger space for the lawn mower, rakes, spaces and hand tools. Workshops also make useful hobbies rooms and offer a place to put your work bench, cutting tools and DIY equipment.   

Nelson Potter sell a selection of apex style garden workshops including the Loglap Workshop with sizes starting from 10' x 8' (2950mm x 2350mm), the XL Workshop  with sizes starting from 12' x 6' (3550mm x 1750mm) and the Workshop with sizes starting from 7' x 5' (2050mm x 1450mm).

Before buying a workshop, there are some things you need to consider first. Think about what you want to use the workshop for before deciding on the size. You may want a workshop just for storing bulky gardening equipment or you may also want to use it as a DIY or hobbies area.

Think about what sort of design you want, the layout, where you hope to place your workshop and the door and window positions. Make sure your workshop is proportionate to your outside area and is not too big for your garden. You may want to consider the quality of the construction and any optional extras such as cladding or additional windows or doors. Planning permission may be required.

All our workshops are treated with a base coat, which is a spray on application. As this is only designed as a first step, we recommend that all buildings treated with a base coat are then treated with a high quality preservative after fitting.

The workshops are sold in a flat pack form and all fittings are included. We also offer a fitting service if required (price on application).

Workshops - click here to browse our full range

Workshop Extras
If you are planning to have a workshop in your garden, you may want to consider some of the extras. For security reasons you may want to choose a security post (lock and key) to keep your tools and equipment safe. Window grilles provide added security and act as a deterrent. You may also consider a shed security bar, which is an additional security device to put across the door to prevent it opening.

If you use your workshop frequently, you may want to be able to open your windows at the top to bring some fresh air in. Shaped barge boards are purely decorative and add an attractive finish to the front and rear roofline of the building.

Our workshops are also available in Heavy Duty framing at an additional charge of 12%. You can request a heavy duty frame after ordering when we call to arrange payment & delivery.

Garages
Wooden garages not only look great, but are also functional too. Timber framed garages are much more elegant and aesthetically pleasing than brick built garages. Garages help keep the car and its contents safe and secure and away from the elements.
Norman Potter sell three sizes of garages from 16’ x 10’ (4750 mm x 2950 mm), 18’ x 10’ (5350 mm x 2950 mm) and 20’ x 10’(5950 mm x 2950 mm).  

Before choosing the size of your garage, decide what you want to use it for. You may want a bigger garage to provide extra storage for gardening equipment. You may also want to think about whether or not you want cladding. You may also need planning permission.
All our garages are treated with a base coat, which is a spray on application. As this is only designed as a first step, we recommend that all buildings treated with a base coat are then treated with a high quality preservative after fitting.

The garages are sold in a flat pack form and all fittings are included. We also offer a fitting service if required (price on application).

Garages - click here to browse our full range

Garage Extras
If you are planning to have a timber garage, you may want to consider some of the extras. For security reasons you can opt for a security post (lock and key). The security posts is designed to lock small items such as bicycles, prams, pushchairs and mowers but it is not suitable for cars. It is designed to keep your belongings safe. Window grilles provide added security and act as a deterrent. If you are using the garage for other purposes, you may want to open your windows at the top to bring some fresh air in.

Shaped barge boards are purely decorative and add an attractive finish to the front and rear roofline of the building.

Our wooden garages are also available in LogLap Cladding finish at an additional charge of 12 percent. You can request LogLap Cladding when we call to arrange payment and delivery.

About Us

If you are looking for wooden sheds, summer houses, log cabins, workshops or garages in Suffolk or Essex area we are the ideal choice. You can find us at The Sawmill, Hatchley Barn, Bromeswell, Woodbridge, and we also have a retail yard at Nelson Potter (Dodnash) Limited, Bergholt Road, Bentley, which is just off the A12 on the outskirts of Ipswich. We offer a local delivery service to customers throughout Suffolk and Essex.