Expert advice from a bespoke garden building supplier
What to consider when buying a garden building If you’ve got your looking for a garden building supplier, then you’ve probably worked out that there are garden buildings, and then there are garden buildings. Whether you’re looking for a garden summer house, timber workshop, studio or just a simple shed to get things done in, not […]
Introducing ZERO: The New Product Range From Shields Buildings
The Future of Garden Buildings is Here: Explore The New Zero-Maintenance Solution from Shields We’re delighted to introduce you to ZERO, our brand-new product range! When naming our new range, we had no choice but to go with ‘ZERO’, given that it sums up every key benefit it offers… Zero, zilch, nada. But what is it, I hear […]
How to pick garden sheds that stand the test of time
Your expert garden sheds guide from a Devon shed supplier Garden sheds are not hard to come by; the difficulty is in finding one that meets your requirements AND stands the test of time. Because the truth is, you can get a garden shed pretty cheap, by scouring online and getting a flatpack one delivered. The question is, […]
Your Garden Building Questions Answered…
FAQ’s about Garden Buildings At Shields Buildings, we’ve been creating great spaces on the land we’ve farmed for more than 100 years. That means your garden building, whether it’s an office, carport, workspace, storage area, craft room or anything else you can imagine, benefits from all the lived experience and expertise that we’ve amassed. Over […]
What Can I Build In My Garden Without Planning Permission?
Shields Buildings’ Guide to Planning Permission for Garden Buildings When it comes to garden buildings, there are a whole heap of decisions to make. How big do you want it? Where’s it going? What is it for? Does it need wider doors? Does it need to be customised? Do I need Planning Permission for my […]
Working With Shields Buildings – What Is It Like?
Here’s why You Should Choose Shields for Your Bespoke Garden Building Who you work with is as important as what you work with. That’s true in your professional life and it’s true when it comes to projects like a new garden building, too. Because no matter how good the product is, if the service isn’t […]
ZERO Garden Room
Say hello to ZERO from Shields Buildings. Zero maintenance, zero planning, zero hassle. Since 1991, Shields Buildings has been leading the world of garden buildings in the South West, with a range of timber garden buildings that look great, improve your life and stand the test of time. And 33 years on from our inception, […]
Bringing Business Home: Designing The Perfect Garden Office For Your Business
Building a Garden Office: Time to Work from Home in Style Running a business from home? This can be the best and most challenging thing you do. Here’s why now might be the best time to invest in a garden office. Once upon a time, the idea of setting up in your spare room seemed […]
Why You Need Ride On Mower Storage
Wondering where to store your Ride on Mower? We’ll Create Bespoke Wooden Storage to Suit your Needs A ride on mower is as convenient as it is efficient. If you’re lucky enough to own or operate one, you’ll know exactly what we’re talking about. But while they’re efficient when tackling large gardens and land, they […]
Design your Bespoke Timber Carport Ready for Spring
Plan Ahead: Why Now is the Best Time to Start Planning your Bespoke Garden Building with Shields Buildings So, you want a bespoke timber carport or garage and don’t know where to start? Then look no further, as we have the answers! At Shields Buildings we have been designing and installing timber garden buildings since […]
Why Should I Invest In a Garage Or Carport?
Protection from the Elements: Why it’s worth investing in a Garage or Carport At Shields, we specialise in wooden garages and carports. We know just how important it is to have a place to park safely at the end of the day. For some people, their car, motorbike, or scooter is their pride and joy. […]
Bespoke Wooden Garages in Cornwall: A Dream Come True for Classic Car Enthusiast
Classic Car Care: How Our Bespoke Garages Provided the Perfect Solution We first met Mr and Mrs G at one of our Open Saturday events. They came to us as they’d just exchanged on a very modern, new-build property in Saltash and immediately knew they needed some additional space. They needed bespoke wooden garages! Mr […]
Everything you need to know about wooden garden offices
Garden offices are so much more than just offices made of wood in your garden… Okay, so wooden garden offices literally are all of those things, but hear me out. Whether you’re looking for a space that’s completely your own to work out of, a place to set up a gym, an entertainment room, a […]
How to pick the perfect timber workshop
Which Timber Workshop is Right For Me? Timber workshops are a great solution to that age-old problem… not having enough space in your home for a hobby, craft or just for storage. Maybe you’ve got motorbikes, bicycles, kayaks, or a load of things that are pretty bulky and you’d quite like a purpose-built storage area […]
Insulated Garden Buildings: Do I Need to Insulate My Garden Building?
Is insulating your garden building necessary? This question often arises when homeowners consider investing in insulated garden buildings. In this article, we’ll explore the benefits of insulating garden structures and help you make an informed decision regarding your own garden building. What are the benefits of insulated garden buildings? A lot of people ask us […]
The people behind Shields Buildings
The People Driving Shields Buildings Forward Shields Buildings was established in 1991 and is still going strong over 30 years later. We make and install bespoke timber garden buildings all over Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset. We stay true to our values: bespoke, well-made hand-crafted buildings that look beautiful AND stand the test of time. […]
Choosing a garden building
Carlsberg drinker I was in Oxford on Sunday. Nice part of the world for sure, but not really where I wanted to be on an August weekend. The reason I was there will likely be familiar to any parent who’s had children at university – the lease is up on daughter #1’s student house, so […]
What types of wooden garden buildings do you have?
The wooden garden buildings that we produce We have recently had a new video made to show the wooden garden buildings that we have here at the display site just outside North Tawton. We regularly get asked about the different types of wooden garden buildings that we make, so this video will help give a […]
Combination building
Let sleeping dogs lie We were in London at the weekend for a family christening and it couldn’t have gone better – the weather was stunning, the gathering was lovely, and the location perfect. Back in North Tawton though, the heavens were opening. Not that the farmers mind I’m sure – those fields could definitely […]
What you need to know about a garden office or garden studio
Improve your garden space (and your life) with a garden office or garden studio If you’re looking for a bespoke timber garden office or garden studio in the South West, you’re in the right place. Here at Shields Buildings, we design and construct beautiful and functional garden offices and garden studios. These timber buildings blend […]
Ultimate guide to your dream car parking shelter
Using Car Parking Shelters to Protect Your Vehicles with Style and Convenience If you’re looking for a car parking shelter in the South West of England, whether that’s a carport or a garage, Shields Buildings can help. A well-built, reliable car parking shelter can ensure you protect your vehicles from our region’s rather unpredictable weather […]
The ultimate guide for planning permission for garden buildings
Do I need to apply for planning permission for garden buildings? This is a question we get asked a LOT! In short much will depend on the location of the proposed building within your property. It is often quite hard to get your head around it, but here are the main guidelines. How we delivered […]
How Shields Delivered Customised Solutions for Ride-On Mower Storage
Revolutionising Ride-On Mower Storage: How Shields Buildings Provided Tailored Solutions for Ultimate Convenience We recently did a case study showing the versatility of our buildings. It focused on providing the perfect ride-on mower storage for a customer. It doesn’t matter what you propose to use your building for, the basics we start with are the […]
Your guide to looking after your timber garden building
How to make sure you’re properly maintaining your wooden garden building A high-quality timber garden building is a sizeable investment, so once it’s built, here’s how to help it stand the test of time. We’ve put together a few things to consider when it comes to maintaining and looking after your timber garden building. Get […]
What you need to know before buying a shed
The ultimate guide to buying a shed Here are the most commonly asked questions we get asked about buying a shed or workshop! The first is the difference between a wooden shed and a timber workshop. The answer is easy, it’s just size! Typically, the smaller non-insulated buildings are sheds and larger ones are workshops. […]
Workshop Building
Just before Christmas we made an announcement: We were letting our workshop display building go, and we wondered if anyone was interested in it. They were. We had a flurry of emails back, and in the end it turned out to be perfect for Mrs H, over in Dorchester. She gave Mr H the good […]
Thank you for your service
As you will – hopefully – know, we’re rather different to the garden building companies that sell on the internet. You know the kind, you choose the dimensions, they dump it on your drive. Sometimes it’s hard to explain all the ways in which we are different, which is why when a review comes along […]
The Ultimate Guide to Garden Combination Buildings
Key factors to consider when selecting custom garden combination buildings When it comes to garden combination buildings, one of the things we’ve learned is that one size certainly doesn’t fit all. And we’re not just talking about dimensions. More and more people are starting to realise the importance of making the most of the space […]
Which base is right for my bespoke garden building?
The ultimate guide to bases for timber garden buildings As the song goes, “it’s all about that base,” and that’s certainly the case when it comes to timber garden buildings. A garden building is only ever as strong as its base. That’s why it’s absolutely critical to get the base right. If you don’t, it […]
What sets us apart as garden building suppliers?
Why we aren’t your average timber garden building suppliers The other day, I was asked what sets us apart from garden building suppliers. How are we different from online companies where you can buy a timber garden building ‘off the shelf’. It’s a common question, so we decided to jot down a few thoughts. Here’s […]