DIY shed storage ideas: How to get the most out of your outdoor space

Clutter-free storage ideas to help you spring clean your shed.

Organised garden shed with tools

by Angelica Daujotas |
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A garden shed is like the lifeline of your outdoor space. Without it, your garden would be cluttered and messy, but the shed takes all the damage.

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Declutter everything that’s been thrown in during the winter months and create a shed that works for you - whether it’s your gardening space or a place to store the little one's outdoor games, it shouldn’t have to fill you with dread every time you open the door.

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The shed is a practical storage space, but only if it’s done right. Give your shed a new lease of life with storage solutions for every purpose, from a DIY workspace to bike storage, there’s a fix for whatever your shed needs.

Here are some of our favourite shed storage ideas:

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Vertical wall storage

Vertical space is there to be used and often overlooked. Maximise the storage capacity of your shed by trying out wall-mounted systems and shelving units. Utilise the full height of your walls, little or large, to free up more floor space, giving you more room to walk and work.

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Vertical wall storage ideas

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Garage Shelving Units: 180cm x 90cm x 30cm

Great quality and easy to assemble, these freestanding heavy-duty shelves are a great space-saving solution. With 175kg capacity per shelf, there's hardly anything these shelves won't be able to hold, from paint to extra loo roll, the storage ideas are endless.

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NZACE Adjustable Storage System 64 Inch, Wall Mount Tool Organizer

Declutter your larger tools and have everything where you can see it with this wall-mounted shed organiser. Use as four individual 16inch units or combine for up to 64inches of storage length, for the optimum organisation depending on the size of your shed.

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Really Useful Storage Box 0.7 Litre Clear (Pack of 8)

Organise your shelves in detail with these handy clear storage boxes. Strong and stackable, these boxes are perfect for storing any small tools or gardening accessories. They're water-resistant, too, so you don't have to worry about anything rusting.

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12 Pack Tool Hanger Hooks Set

Hooks are perfect for optimising wall space and ensuring everything has its place. You can use hooks to hang brooms, gardening tools, fitness equipment - in fact, pretty much anything. These are simple and easy to fix with a money-back guarantee if you're not 100% satisfied.

A gardener's dream

Transform your shed into your gardening dream with labels and storage boxes that look great and do the job. A DIY workplace that ignites your productivity and imagination, for a spring of plentiful harvest and blooms.

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Gardeners shed ideas

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Garage Work Bench Wooden 4ft (120cm)

Every great gardener needs a workstation, and this one is the perfect addition to your workshop. At four foot and with double shelves, it gives you a lifted workspace ideal for re-potting plants or labelling your seeds, without the strain of working on the floor.

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2 Tier Rectangular Floating Shelf

Perfect for small plants and seeds, this shelf is a stylish and practical addition to your gardening shed.

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Garden 2 Shelf Tool Tidy by Garland

Ideal for your shed, this holds most common garden tools safely and at easy reach, all at once. Its compact size ensures tools are easy to remove and put back, so your shed can be clutter-free.

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mDesign Deep Wire Storage Basket - Pack of 2

Store all of your gardening accessories such as strings, labels and plant food all in one place and at easy reach with these wire baskets.

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Whaline 200Pcs T-Type Plant Labels with 2 Gel Pen

Design your own plant labels and keep everything pristinely organised in your shed with these awesome labels. The T-type design ensures the roots are not damaged when inserted and the durable PVC material makes them both waterproof and rust-resistant.

Ready to work storage

Get your shed organised and ready to be used as your handy workstation for home and bike repairs, whenever you need it. With a clean and decluttered shed, you’ll find no job too daunting.

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Ready to work shed ideas

Draper 12014 Plastic Organiser with 12 Drawer1 of 4
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Draper 12014 Plastic Organiser with 12 Drawer

Made from impact-resistant plastic, this organiser is ideal for use in the workshop or shed. With slotted holes, the cabinet has the option to be wall-mounted or free-standing, depending on preference. Keep all your spare parts and screws safely stored away with this organiser, so you can get the most out of your workstation.

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VonHaus Garage Workbench and Pegboard

A workshop lover's dream, this heavy-duty reinforced steel worktable has a massive 230kg capacity. With twenty hooks and storage drawers, this workbench makes organisation look easy – mark-resistant and easy to clean, there are no more excuses for a messy shed.

FIXKIT Metal Peg Boards with 17 Hook Set, 120 x 60 x 2cm3 of 4
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FIXKIT Metal Peg Boards with 17 Hook Set, 120 x 60 x 2cm

Made from high-quality metal and sturdy board, this pegboard is the perfect way to store smaller tools and accessories safely out of reach from smaller hands. 17 different shaped hooks mean you can store pretty much any tool in a range of sizes, making full use of your wall space.

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DURHAND 3-Tier Tool Trolley Cart

Whether you need to work on your car or repair something in the house, this roller cabinet makes transporting tools easy and efficient.

Bike storage

Whether you cycle often or not, the best bike storage is essential to give your bike the home it deserves and needs from the outside; because every bike is worth protecting.

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Bike storage ideas

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Hornit CLUG Bike Rack Wall Mounted | 5 Sizes

The world's smallest bike rack – these Hornit Clug's mount in minutes, with only one required per bike. This satisfying storage solution allows you to store your bike vertically or horizontally, working seamlessly with your floor to store your bike. Read more about sizing and how they work at Hornit.

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Sealey MS081 Helmet & Gear Tidy

Keep your biking accessories organised and ready to go at any time with this wall-mounted storage shelf. Perfect for storing your helmet and lights - it's a must for any bike enthusiasts looking for practical storage.

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Gr8 Home Wall Mounted Folding 2 Bike Bicycle Cycle Storage

Keep your helmet and bikes all on one shelf with this innovative folding stand. The rack stores up to two bikes and has adjustable arms so it can be folded against the wall when not in use.

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