What is the difference between sheds, garages and barns?

Sheds are versatile buildings for storage and work, garages are enclosed for vehicles and smaller storage, and barns have a higher central section for additional space and flexibility.

What should I consider before choosing a shed or garage?

Consider intended use, size, layout, site conditions, budget, and council requirements, as well as future needs.

Sheds and Garages - Kitsets for rural residential and industrial land

Q: What type of shed or garage is right for me?

The right building depends on your intended use, size requirements, and site conditions. Garages suit vehicles and storage, sheds suit workshops and rural use, and barns provide extra height and space.

Steel Sheds and Garages Built for Kiwi Conditions

We’ve been designing and supplying premium steel sheds and garages across New Zealand for nearly 20 years, supplying residential, rural and commercial customers nationwide, from small single or double garages to large rural workshops. Whether you need secure storage for your car, space for a home project, or a purpose-built farm shed, our kitsets are engineered to suit your site and are delivered by Hiab truck nationwide.

Every shed and garage that we produce is engineered considering all of New Zealand’s diverse environmental factors. We account for wind loads, snow loads, seismic activity, coastal exposure, flooding and various other council requirements – your building is designed to perform on your site for at least 50 years in accordance regulations and any bylaws from the local authority.

What type of shed or garage is right for me?

The right type of shed or garage depends on how you plan to use it, the size you need, and your site conditions. For general storage or vehicles, a garage or storage shed is often ideal. For larger equipment, workshops, or rural use, farm or industrial sheds are more suitable. Barns are a great option if you need extra height or additional space with lean-tos. The best approach is to match the building type to your intended use, budget, and future needs.