There are many advantages of building a shed in the South West including shelter, security and storage. A shed can also provide the ideal place for a home gym, man cave or a workshop. To transform your shed from good to great, there are additional fixtures and fittings that can be installed. One of these is lighting. A shed with lighting can be used anytime of the day and night giving homeowners greater choice when choosing how to utilise their shed. When choosing which lighting is right for your shed it’s important to consider the size of your shed plus the main purpose you intend to use it for. Wanting to learn some lighting options for your shed? Read on to learn different options including:

• Solar Powered Lighting • Battery Powered Lighting • Electric Lighting 

Solar Powered Lighting Solar powered lights are an environmentally friendly option. They don’t require connection to electricity and there are different options available dependant on the amount of lighting you need. A solar powered shed enables you to save electricity on other electrical items inside your shed such as power tools, a bar fridge or radio too.  

Battery Powered Lighting Battery powered lighting have both portable and fixed options and are generally easy to install. For lighting that will only be needed occasionally, battery powered lighting in a shed is a good option. If you opt for battery powered lighting in your shed, using good quality batteries will give you maximum hours of light, reducing your need to have to change the batteries as often. 

Electric Lighting Electric lighting in a shed requires installation by a professional electrician. Options include fluorescent or LED lighting of which both provide great all-purpose lighting allowing you to illuminate your shed any time of the day or night. 

Call CPR Outdoor Centre in Bunbury for all your shed design and construction needs in Bunbury and the South West. 

There is something special about summer in the South West – warm sunny days, a fresh afternoon sea breeze and warm, balmy evenings. Although summer feels like it’s been settled in for months, we still have more than half of summer to enjoy. Take advantage of the South West’s beautiful summers each year, under your patio. When it comes to patios, you are spoilt for design choices, meaning you can customise a patio to suit yours and your families lifestyle. Installing a patio will not only boost the appearance and value of your home but has other advantages including:

·         Give your home an additional living area

·         Entertainer’s delight to host family and friends

·         Keep your home cool and comfortable

Give your home an additional living area

One of the advantages of building a patio is its ability to be used for many different purposes. No matter the age of those living in your dwelling, a patio can provide an additional living area. A patio makes an ideal sheltered outdoor play area for children, a great teenage retreat, a good-sized space for an outdoor home gym or the perfect place to cuddle up and watch movies under the stars. If you’re like most homes and seem to forever be running out of storage space, a patio also provides a great space to utilise for additional storage too.

Entertainer’s delight to host family and friends

The ideal way to catch up with family and friends is hosting a summer barbeque or party under your new patio. Keep the mess and any food and drink spills outdoors by preparing, cooking and eating under your new patio. A patio provides a shelter to protect your barbeque and outdoor furniture too. Maximise the use of your patio and entertain family and friends, through all the seasons, by installing patio blinds.

Keep your home cool and comfortable

When building a patio, it’s position and location should be a well thought out decision. When positioned correctly, a patio can provide extra shade in your home during the hottest time of the day plus help to prevent sun damage to carpets, blinds and other furnishings inside your home. This will not only help to keep your home cool and comfortable but can reduce your cooling costs too.

For a FREE quote and expert advice on upgrading or building a patio, call CPR Outdoor Centre today.