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For the latest shed-related news or gardening and grow-your-own tips, keep an eye on our blog. We will keep you up to date with the latest news and product information, as well as let you know about our latest competitions. To be reminded each time we write a new story, why not follow us on twitter (click on our social links below).
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Friday, May 17, 2013
Maintaining your shed or other timber garden building

A garden shed is a big investment, so why wouldn't you maintain it, like you would your home. Here we give you guidance for keeping your shed in tip-top condition and help you to make it last for years and years.

Shed maintenance
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Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Shed of the Year 2013
It's that time again! Enter your shed into the Shed of the Year competition and possibly win £1000. 
Shed of the year
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Monday, February 18, 2013
We now have a Newsletter
We've created a brand new Newsletter for our customers. Find out about the latest product news across our range and all our websites. Sign-up and you will also be the first to find out about our exclusive competitions.
Win a Helston Summerhouse
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Friday, February 8, 2013
Power your Shed with a Solar Power Station
We now have a fantastic range of solar powered products to enhance your shed or other garden building. These are great for use in our log cabins, workshops or sheds. Power your garden office or some power tools - No need to hire an expensive electrician.
Solar panels for your shed
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Friday, February 1, 2013
How to dry and season firewood
Here we describe the how to get started seasoning your firewood in one of our fantastic log stores. It's easier to achieve that you might think and in no time you'll be enjoying a roaring open fire.
Seasoned timber log storage
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Monday, January 28, 2013
Our Great Offers on Garden Storage this Mid-Winter
We have four great offers which are bound to shake the mid-Winter blues, and enhance your garden. We cover garden storage, help you to secure your bike and a place for the postman to leave your parcels.
Secure parcel box and firewood storage
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Friday, January 25, 2013
Our New Range of Wooden Workshops
Here at Buy Sheds Direct we have a great new range of timber garden workshops for you to choose from. They have some unique new features, which we describe here.
New range of wooden workshop sheds
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Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Competition: Win a deluxe shed security kit via twitter

Competition: Win a deluxe shed security kit by RT & following us on our twitter accounts. See this blogpost for details.

UPDATE: We have a winner!

Shed Security Competition
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Friday, September 28, 2012
Can log cabins be used throughout Autumn / Winter?
Log cabins are really versatile garden buildings which add exceptional additional living space to your home without the hassle or expense of building an extension. But can you truly use them all year round? In this blog post we explore simple but effective ways to use your log cabin all year round.
Log Cabins in Winter
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Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Urban Food Week - Edible Open Gardens Day
At a loss for something to do this weekend? If you're lucky enough to live in  Brighton, London, Sheffield or Manchester then you can visit the many allotments and gardens to get advices and tip for growing your own food at home.
Urban Food Week
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