Frequently Asked Questions
1) Do I need to paint or stain my new shed, cabana or gazebo?
We recommend that paint or stain be applied to protect all exposed wood. This is important to validate your warranty since untreated wood is not warranted. We recommend a penetrating oil stain on pine or cedar siding and trim. You must paint smart panel siding.
2) Should I use a polyurethane coating to protect the stained finish?
We do not recommend polyurethane coating over stain.
A good quality penetrating oil stain will last many years and can be touched up simply by applying additional stain with a cloth.
3) Do I need a building permit?
Generally structures of less than 108 square feet do not require a permit. But it is the homeowners responsibility to make sure all required permits are obtained.
4) Do you provide electrical connections and internal wiring?
No, you should consult with a licensed electrician for your electrical needs.
5) Do I have to do any preparation before the shed is installed?
Yes, we request that the homeowner mark the location of the shed by driving stakes at the corners and marking the door. The location should be level, and clear of scrub brush, tree stumps, and similar obstructions. The homeowner needs to be aware of lot line setbacks required by their municipality. We will install the shed where indicated.
We are not responsible for moving the shed if it is installed too close to lot lines at the homeowners request.
6) Can I place my shed on my property line?
Generally the building code requires a setback from the property line of 2 feet.
Additionally there must be adequate space around the shed to allow air to circulate freely.
However, We will install the shed in the customer specified location, subject to point 5.
7) I don’t know which siding to choose, can you help?
Siding choice is very personal and is influenced by many factors including end use, appearance, maintenance, budget and functionality.
Canexel siding is prefinished and available in many colours. Canexel is an excellent choice where very low maintenance is required. The interior appearance of the siding is dark brown which will cause the interior of the shed to be dark. See Canexel Ultra Plank
Pine siding must be stained or painted. Left untreated it will turn a dull gray. A semi-transparent stain will protect and colour the wood but also show off its unique characteristics. Pine siding gives a rich appearance to the interior of your shed.
Cedar siding will turn to a beautiful gray patina over time if left untreated. Western red cedar is particularly resistant to the elements but is not maintenance free as it is prone to dark, unsightly stains if left untreated. Cedar has natural colour fluctuations and will give the interior of your shed an interesting look. Cedar should be stained with a penetrating oil stain or a product such as cetol (widely available in paint stores). Also see the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association's web site at www.wrcla.org for complete finishing suggestions.
Smart panel siding is an exceptionally durable and economical product. It is an oriented strand board (OSB) product with a cedar grain textured in the finish side. It comes preprimed from the manufacturer. Smart panel must be painted, it can’t be stained.
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