If you don t have some of the tools needed, you don t have to go out and buy them, just borrow them from your friends, but be sure to return them though. So there you have it, the most affordable and easy way to get storage space. This project can be easily done over the weekend, and with some paint and primer, you can make your wooden pallet shade look as if a professional did it. Ease of use while most ramps are not as large as a barn, you can build a ramp that would make it easy for you to bring out or in a garden tractor or a lawn mower. You may think that having a fairly good slope and enough driving space would be enough, that isn t the case. Many of these machines have an undercarriage and can just as easily ground over the threshold of the door. Always check your shed for gaps and cracks and loose boards which your child and their friends can pry open to get inside. If you have hazardous and flammable materials, store them in a locked cabinet. Never leave your shed door open even if you re working on a project or tending to your garden. All it takes is a split second for your child to rush in and play with your tools. Try to wiggle or shake your walls to see if they are secure and that they are no gaps. Any weak points should be strengthened. Your roof should only be built after ensuring that the framing is strong. Choose a roofing material that will be able to cope up with a type of weather in your area. If necessary try to use as many wooden pillars as you would need to ensure that your wooden storage set is secure and durable. Build a Steel Shed and Other Types of Storage Structures As the country has experienced a boom in its population and as our needs have increased, many of us has decided that the most practical solution in providing more space for our homestead is to create outdoor storage space. Aside from the outdoor kitchen and dining areas, outdoor storage structures or sheds has also increased in popularities. Don t worry about the old look of recycled materials, a can of paint and a headful of creativity can make any shed look stunningly beautiful and brand new. Determine the size of the shed you will need. If you don t have much to store, you don t really need a huge shed, the smaller the shed you create the less materials you will need, which means less cost.