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Buying a log store in summer? Madness you cry! Not so, and here’s why. If, like me, you normally wait until the nights are closing in before looking to buy wood and some form of log storage, you’ll probably be left with logs that cost the earth and a fire that hisses. Unfortunately, most of us wait for the first cold snap of autumn before buying a load of seasoned logs and the laws of supply and demand will dictate that we’re going to pay a premium: too many people chasing a limited resource.

I recently watched a television programme on the BBC called “Increasing numbers are owning and working in sheds” and wondered what exactly people were actually using their sheds for? Traditionally, sheds were stereotypically used for garden storage but not any longer it seems? My Grandfather had 2 sheds, one actually was for garden storage and the other was what he called his workshop. Even though this “workshop” was fully equipped with tools, a couple of vice’s, a radio and lots of wood ready for cutting – I honestly believe it was my Grandfathers escape – his ‘den’.

I often look at my electricity bill in disbelief, trying to count how many light bulbs I have, along with other electrical goods, closing doors after my children and switching off TV's, but always still wondering why I am paying so much? Now I'm hoping that my new solar shed light will save me a few more pennies . . . . .

It's a sad time when you need to acknowledge that the old trusted garden shed really isn't up to the job any more. . . . . . my shed is no exception with the doors bulging at the seams, the timber worn and holy where the knots in the wood have fallen out and really does looks quite forlorn with the plastic sheeting being held down by a couple of bricks due to the leaks that have sprung through the felt!! And so I made an executive decision, a new shed was to be the solution!!

It only comes around once every four years, so when it does – you need to work out the best way to enjoy it, who to enjoy it with and where you want to spend your time watching the matches.

Log cabins have been around for thousands of years. First built in Europe during the bronze age, logcabins, have since become idyllic retreats in 'timber rich' places such as Northern America and North Eastern Europe.

It seems that many if us plan to stay closer to home this summer working on garden projects. According to a recent survey of 3,000 adults in the UK by Gocompare. com, the online insurance comparison service, 74% of Brits will be undertaking some kind of garden project.

A good solid base is essential when considering the construction of your shed, without this you are likely to face many problems such as an unbalanced shed, rotting or splitting wood and poorly fitting doors and windows.

Its unique ability to fend off decay makes it ideal in any high moisture and/or ground contact installations means that pressure-treated wood is truly a "wood for all seasons". . . a rugged exterior building product that's rot and insect resistant, which, with the right maintenance can last for years and years. . . . . . .

With increasing awareness of what we should be eating as a nation, people in the UK are taking a genuine interest in what is ending up on the kitchen table, and the term 'Grow Your Own' is sprouting up everywhere.