Description
The SKYLIGHT PENT 4 x 6 plastic garden shed is made by PALRAM, a global supplier of quality green houses and storage solutions. The PALRAM sheds are manufactured from tough polycarbonate plastic which ensures that they are virtually unbreakable. The SKYLIGHT PENT 4 x 6 plastic shed is particularly useful where space is limited; for example, between the house and a fence.
Because polycarbonate is not as rigid as polypropylene resin which is more commonly used in plastic garden sheds, the PALRAM SKYLIGHT units are reinforced with aluminium and galvanised steel frame components for increased durability and rigidity. Good access is provided with the lockable door and an access ramp makes moving lawnmowers and wheelbarrows easy. Assembly is straightforward and requires only commonly used household tools.
COLOUR – available in ANTHRACITE GREY
TOUGH – the polycarbonate wall and roof panels have not only very high impact resistance, they also have good UV stability and can stand extremes of hot and cold weather.
SKYLIGHT ROOF – another innovative feature of the PALRAM SKYLIGHT garden shed is the translucent polycarbonate roof, which allows daylight into the unit. This makes windows unnecessary, saving cost and increasing security. The roof is opaque, ensuring privacy and preventing harmful UV rays from damaging stored items.
VENTILATED – vents in the top of the front and rear walls are a standard feature on the SKYLIGHT sheds.
MAINTENANCE FREE – plastic sheds are not affected by rotting, rusting or paint peeling off, and do not require any upkeep other than an occasional wash down to clean off any accumulated dust or dirt.
FLOOR INCLUDED – the anti-slip floor is an integral part of the structure; there is no need for a concrete slab or timber floor structure – all you need is a levelled site.
EASY TO ASSEMBLE – clear and easy to follow instructions are supplied with each unit making installation simple and straight forward.
PALRAM SKYLIGHT PENT 4 x 6 PLASTIC GARDEN SHED features include:
- Dimensions: EXTERNAL – 1175mm Wide x 1750mm Deep x 2030mm High
- You can hang the door from either end and hinge it from either side
- Virtually unbreakable polycarbonate wall and roof panels
- Aluminium and galvanised steel frame components for rigidity and durability
- Anti-slip floor included as part of the structure
- Easy access ramp for lawnmowers and wheelbarrows
- Wide lockable door for easy access
- Front and back air vents for crossflow ventilation
- Translucent SKYLIGHT roof allows daylight into the unit while maintaining security.
- Available in ANTHRACITE GREY
- Easy assembly with standard tools
- Shelves made to fit are an optional extra
- Maintenance free, attractive appearance
Naomi
Helpful to know before starting:
• It is possible, but not advisable, to build this shed by yourself. I did, it took around 5 hours (and I am not a ‘handy’ person, nor very tall). I had to improvise a bit to hold up panels etc.
• Tools: I used a regular phillips screwdriver for the whole thing, however I did use an electric screwdriver to make holes in the door panel at the end (I’m not sure how else you’d be able to make the holes, this step convinced me that the ‘flimsy’ panels are actually as strong as they claim to be). I also needed a ladder at several points, though a tall person probably wouldn’t.
• You can hang the door from either end and hinge it from either side, however you’ll need to work out where to situate the aluminium frame pieces correctly for screw holes etc. to line up so it is best to decide this before you begin.
• The panels should be shiny side facing in – the instructions don’t make this clear.
• The aluminium frame pieces have stickers with the id number on them. It helps to sort them out before starting. Same with the screws – they all come mixed together in one bag. It’s helpful to sort them before beginning.
• Occasionally the measurements weren’t quite close enough – holes inaccessible to screws or a slightly too long frame piece. It just made construction slightly harder.
• The instructions were ok – not great, but ok.
(The last three points were particularly noticeable for me because I built the Keter Optima Wonder cupboard right before the shed, and that was so well organised and constructed it was hard not to compare.)
• This shed does not come with an anchoring kit but it needs one – the finished product is so lightweight that it needs the extra stability. I wish the listing had noted this.
• A stable, completely flat and level base is a requirement. Mostly flat, slightly lumpy, gently sloping will not work .
• Definitely don’t attempt to build it in windy weather.
After construction - it is possible (actually easy) to move this shed to its location after construction (two people). It is really lightweight! I think it would work best in a sheltered area as it still has some ‘movement’ so I think strong wind will move it around potentially (hence the need for anchoring it to the base). Functionally, it fits a reasonable amount in it (you can’t lean heavy stuff against the wall though), construction wasn't too difficult, and overall I’m happy with it.