With a high-quality shelter, you can protect your garden tools from direct sunlight and precipitation. Most models on the market function as wooden garages. We will introduce you to the most important purchase criteria and help you to find the best model for your needs.
A shelter protects garden tools and the like from rain and sun
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GHS shelter, roofing 3x3 m with 3 sides weather protection cladding bicycle + motorcycle, garden tools + garden furniture
798.00 EUR To the product| material | solid pine wood |
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| processing | very good |
| size | approx. 270 x 270 x 170 cm |
| optics | natural and modern |
| scope of delivery | large |
The high-quality shelter from GHS consists of solid pine wood combined with translucent corrugated PVC roofing. According to the manufacturer, the wood is pressure treated. Customers praise the excellent workmanship of all materials. All required individual parts should also be included in the scope of delivery. Only ground anchors are not included and must be ordered separately. The company also expressly points this out, so that you know in advance. All in all, the model seems absolutely convincing.
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TOOLPORT garage tent carport 3.3 x 4.8 m in dark green pasture tent shelter storage tent with 260 g/m² tarpaulin and stable tubular steel construction
349.99 EUR To the product| material | steel and PE |
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| processing | Well |
| size | approx. 480 x 330 x 245 cm |
| optics | functional |
| scope of delivery | large |
For hobby gardeners who are not committed to a wooden garage and need a larger shelter, the TOOLPORT version is a good alternative because it is inexpensive. Most reviewers are happy with the quality. Some criticize the lack of assembly instructions, while other buyers say they had no problems with assembly. Craftsmanship and experience probably won't hurt.
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Festnight Shelter Canopy for firewood Impregnated pine wood 170x170x180cm
274.99 EUR To the product| material | pine wood |
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| processing | Well |
| size | approx. 170 x 200 x 200 cm |
| optics | natural and simple |
| scope of delivery | large |
The shelter from Festnight is the price-performance winner in our comparison. Like our first-place winner, it is made of pine wood and has similar dimensions - but costs significantly less. Installation should be relatively easy. Visually, the simple wooden garage blends stylishly into the garden. Criticism from the reviewers is primarily due to the lack of accessories - but this faux pas can happen to any manufacturer, as you probably know from your own experience. As long as the customer service is good, this is not an exclusion criterion.
Purchase Criteria
purpose
Before comparing different shelters, you should consider what exactly you want to do with the "garden garage" - or how many (and which) garden tools you want to store in it. Also think about how much effort you are willing to put into the shelter - in terms of cost, installation and maintenance. This comprehensive brainstorming session will help you narrow down your search and find a suitable model more quickly.
material
wood: Shelters are also often referred to as wooden garages. This fact already suggests that a shelter is usually made of wood. But wood is not just wood. Be sure to buy a version made of sturdy and weatherproof wood. One of the best and most popular types of wood for a shelter is solid pine. In any case, the wood should be pressure-impregnated in order to convince in terms of weather resistance. Wooden garages impress with their natural look.
Steel tube with PE tarpaulin: In addition to the classic wooden garages, there are also functional shelters that combine a tubular steel construction with a PE tarpaulin. The great advantages of such a variant are the robustness, stability and ease of care of the materials as well as the simple construction. In addition, shelters of this type generally cost significantly less than wooden garages for the garden - each starting from the same size. If you can do without the beautiful wood look, you are spot on with this.
build quality
Of course, the finest wood look or the simplest construction is of no use if the shelter reveals qualitative defects in terms of workmanship. In order to find out before you buy whether the quality of your chosen shelter is right, you should read as many reviews as possible from other customers - if there are any. You shouldn't put too much stock in the manufacturers' product descriptions, after all it's clear that the companies praise their products effusively.
size
Small shelter: Next to the material and the quality of workmanship, the size is definitely the most important criterion when you want to buy a shelter. It depends a lot on what exactly you want to store in the open garden garage. If there are only a few logs, the model does not have to be particularly large. The same applies if you intend to store only one robotic lawnmower in the shelter. Incidentally, there are special, relatively low shelters for this area of application.
Big shelter: If, on the other hand, you want to fit a lawn mower, a wheelbarrow and various other garden tools, you need a larger version with a length and width of several meters.
size of the garden: Of course, the size of your garden or the space available to you in your green oasis also plays a role. In a small garden, an XXL tubular steel foil shelter would completely ruin the flair. When making your choice, make sure that the garden coziness is retained as much as possible despite the shelter.
optics
Visually, a wooden garage is clearly preferable to a shelter made of steel and plastic, there are no two opinions. While a wooden model fits in authentically due to the natural material, posts made of steel look like foreign bodies and are absolutely functional.
price
In terms of price, on the other hand, the construction made of steel and PE tarpaulin is usually at the top. For a shelter made of wood, you usually have to dig much deeper into your wallet. In any case, it is worthwhile to compare different wooden garages more closely, as there are huge price differences - even for models that are similar in size and made of the same material.
scope of delivery
Before you buy a shelter, take a look at the scope of delivery. Are all items required for assembly included (apart from some tools)? Tip: Sometimes manufacturers of shelters offer to set them up. This is a practical service for all hobby gardeners who are not very experienced or gifted with their hands. Especially with a wooden shelter, know-how is important in order to be 100 percent satisfied with the result and not have to get angry.
youtubefrequently asked Questions
What is a shelter?
A so-called shelter is an open space that is covered and thus protects the shelter from solar radiation and precipitation. In private gardens, such a garage-like construction is primarily used to store firewood or various garden tools that can be left outside, but should not get too much sunlight or moisture.
Which brands offer good shelters?
The best-known brands that offer shelters include vidaXL, GHS, WilTec, Festnight, Trutzholm and Toolport. If you want a shelter for a robotic lawnmower, the popular Juskys brand, for example, also offers solid designs at a fair price.
Where is the best place to buy a shelter?
When buying a shelter, it is best to look around either directly at a well-known manufacturer or at Amazon. Amazon goes hand in hand with the advantage of a pleasant shopping experience. In addition, the prices there are generally significantly lower than at specialist dealers. In principle, you could also be lucky in the hardware store or garden center.
How much does a shelter cost?
Depending on the size of the shelter and what materials it should be made of, you have to reckon with at least 60 to 70 euros. This is the price for a decent quality shelter, in which a robotic lawnmower has plenty of room. For larger versions, there are usually several hundred or even over a thousand euros.
Can I build a shelter myself?
Yes, in principle it is quite possible to build a shelter yourself. However, you should not only have the necessary materials and tools or be able to find them without any problems, but also be a very experienced craftsman. Without know-how, the hobby gardener clearly reaches his limits with this DIY project.