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Transformations: Turn That Old Shed into Playhouse

Playtime is important to our children’s development, especially fun and imaginative play. When your children need more space to play than your home offers, here’s a solution: turn your old garden shed into a playhouse! (Or, if you don’t have one,…
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Shed Transformation

Transformations: Turn That Old Shed into a Women’s Retreat (Or, a She-Shed)

We’ve all heard the term “man cave”—but what about a relaxing, backyard respite for women? With some paint, light construction, and décor, you can turn a structure into the women’s retreat, a "she shed." We work hard, and there never seems…
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Garage Door Maintenance Tips

Garage Door Maintenance Tips

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Garages are a versatile amenity to have attached to your home. They provide a safe place to park your vehicles—and to keep them out of the rain and snow. They also can give you a storage area for equipment, tools, and household items. Finally, they…
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Fall Clean-up Tips

Fall Clean-up Tips

As the seasons change, so do our household to-do lists. Fall brings the harvest, fun holidays and family gatherings, all things pumpkin and apple, and, of course, the changing of the leaves in many areas of the country. Those leaves, however, contribute…
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Window and Door Maintenance Tips for Your Outdoor Structure

Window and Door Maintenance Tips for Your Outdoor Structure

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You go in and out of your outdoor structure's doors countless times, and you likely peer out the window just as often. But how often do you think about taking care of your entry ways and windows? Here are a few window & door maintenance tips to keep…
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Pallet Projects: Upgrade Your Storage Structure with Old Pallets

You’ve probably often seen piles of wooden pallets in the back of warehouses, large stores, factories and other large businesses. But, in recent years, reclaimed wood has exploded in popularity. DIY websites, craft shows, and decorating magazines are…
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Transformations: Setting Up Your Outdoor Home Gym

Outdoor structures are so diverse! On our blog, in the past, we’ve featured a few creative uses for outdoor structures, including home offices, potting rooms, and chicken coops. This month, we introduce another idea: the home gym. It’s a like a permanent…
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Valley Structures employee painting a shed in the Dayton shop

3 Tips for a Great Paint Job: Painting Your Shed or Outdoor Structure

Learn how to prep, prime, and paint your shed like a pro. These 3 painting tips will help you achieve a durable, great-looking result.
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The Importance of Quality Siding for Your Outdoor Structure

When you build or purchase an outdoor structure, like a shed, you’re likely envisioning that it will be part of your property for a long time. Just as you care for your home by keeping up with maintenance and repairs, you’ll need to pay attention…
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The Importance of a Good Foundation for Your Outdoor Structure

Your outdoor structure, no matter how solid and sturdy, will usually require a proper foundation. Without one, it might not stay level, it will be more prone to moisture, and it could even sink into the ground. You have several options for your shed’s…
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The Importance of Ventilation in Your Outdoor Structure

If you have an outdoor structure, such as a shed or other out-building, that you plan to spend time significant time in, proper ventilation is key to your safety and comfort. Properly Ventilated Sheds for Safety If you’re like a lot of people,…
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Transformations: Storage Shed Chicken Coop

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This month, we’re dedicating our blog posts to a few of the many ways you can transform your storage shed from an empty shell usually meant for storage into something practical. In the last part of this three-part series we’ll talk about keeping chickens. Today,…
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