Sheds come in many various design styles and sizes, so when trying to select a shed for your backyard there are several questions you can ask. You can use this list to start your research and contact us at Rick's Sheds if you have any questions.

Quality outdoor furniture is a great investment that can bring years of comfort, beauty and function to your outdoor space. With any wood, metal or cushion outdoor furniture set you can transform your backyard into a peaceful destination. Add a picnic table or fire pit and your backyard becomes a secondary gathering place for the family. When your backyard space is complimented with the right furniture the great outdoors will beckon you time and time again. 

With so many options, how do you choose the right outdoor furniture for your backyard space? Here are some tips to consider before purchasing your outdoor furniture.

If you have a yard, even a a small one, you can turn it into an private, peaceful and ample outdoor space. Having an outdoor space where the family can gather allows you to take full advantage of your property and offers a special area to congregate when the weather is warm and comfortable. This gathering place can be something as simple as a few adirondack chairs around a fire pit or a space that's been converted to an outdoor living room complete with furniture, heating, lighting and space to eat. If you want to create a superior outdoor space then you have many options to make it feel as comfortable and charming as any interior space.

Outdoor furniture adds a special touch to every home. Whether it is a garden set on the lawn, a swing on the porch or a rocking chair on the patio, it provides a nice casual atmosphere for relaxing with family and friends. However, there are other pieces of furniture for the outdoors that are designed to serve a more specific purpose. These include firewood storage units, potting benches, dog houses or rabbit pens.

The weather is breaking again in the Northeast and homeowners can finally emerge from the cold darkness of winter and embrace the rebirth of spring. During that winter slumber you may have been dreaming of some backyard shed ideas to implement and take advantage of during the warm weather. 

Many parts of the country endure very harsh winters. Not only do temperatures drop but ice, snow and freezing rain can all play havoc on daily schedules, outdoor structures and machinery. That's why winterizing your shed will be a necessary evil if you live in the north or north east U.S.

If you have a shed or backyard structure in your yard then it's a good chance mother nature's winter wrath will have an effect on the longevity of your shed.That's why it's important to winterize your shed every winter season so it stands the test of time and you get the most use and longevity out of it.

Here are some winterization tips for your shed.

There is a growing trend across the US - people are no longer using sheds for just storage of lawn and garden equipment. Oh no, nowadays people are transforming sheds into completely different creations other than just using it for storage. In an earlier post we talked about “he sheds” and “she sheds” which are sheds that are being used for backyard getaways for him or her.

Ignore the back-to-school commercials and fall promotions… summer’s not over yet! If you haven’t had a chance to create your perfect outdoor living area, now is the time. If you’re looking to for versatile, easily maintained, and affordable furniture options to create an elegant outdoor living space, wicker furniture is the way to go. Not only is there a GREAT going on at Rick’s Sheds, but outdoor wicker patio furniture is a winner for 5 reasons