Shed That Yard Clutter By sizwizz on - Updated Oct 15, 2011
We bought this Rubbermaid Vertical Shed about 5 years ago, to store our fold-up patio chairs. The chairs had cushions attached to them, (which were not easily removed), so every time it rained I scrambled to find a place to stash these things! My husband keeps the garage neat and tidy, and 4 chairs tossed in there did not fit in with his order of things! In his opinion, the garage is for cars and tools. Lawn furniture? Never!
A shed was just what I needed to solve my problem. A little sprinkle... I folded the chairs up and strategically placed them inside the shed. Since this Rubbermaid shed is vertical, (versus the bench-style) I had to stack the chairs on top of each other, two by two. As long as I could close the doors, I was happy with that arrangement. Everything stayed nice, and dry!
The fold-up chairs are long gone, and over the last 5 years the Rubbermaid shed protected things like, gardening tools, seat cushions, table umbrellas, covers for the grill, and I even had a small frog living in there for awhile!
Assembly is required when you buy this shed. All pieces are made of interlocking heavy plastic, so it's easy to put together. Inside the box you'll get a roof, a floor, two sides, the back, and two front doors. It has a grid floor to help keep long handled tools in place. Up to 4 shelves can be added to the molded-in grooves, if you like a more organized type storage. Another plus is the option to lock the front doors to keep little ones from getting into chemicals, or cutting themselves on something sharp. However, the shelving and the locks do not come with the shed.
One word of warning... If there isn't much weight in the shed and it gets super-windy, it will blow over. Even though my shed is in a protected area, the wind caught it just right and tossed it about 12 feet. Surprisingly, it did little harm to the structure other than loosen up a bit where the pieces are joined. But that only happened one time under stormy conditions.
To sum things up, I like it, it's sturdy, and it's good for storing those 'little extras". In hindsight, I wish I would have purchased the bench-style storage unit instead, because it seems more practical for me. Maybe next time... that is, if this shed ever wears out!
Here are the specs on this model of the Rubbermaid Vertical Shed:
17 cu ft of storage
Measures 72"H X 30"W X 25" D (outside measurements when assembled)
About The Author:
Rubbermaid 7 cu ft Vertidal Storage Purchased at: Had it so long, can't remember! Price: 200.00 to 300.00 (depending on where you buy it.)
I love a good storage shed. Believe it or not I like this vertical one for storing my garden tools upright. Besides I've been banned from my garage by my boys who like your husband think it's only for the things of the automotive kind:)
I of course will buy the bench style instead of the upright but good to know that the brand quality is good
This storage shed looks like a handy place to store garden tools, etc. In Missouri, we have lots of storms and tornadoes, so I'm not sure it would work here. Glad the shed has worked well for you. Great information!
sounds like a very sturdy shed, especially since the wind tossed it over and it is still good. I love Rubbermaid products for storage, their stuff seems to be built to last.
Well if I put my lawn furniture in my garage, I may never find it again! This sounds like what I need :0)
This sounds like a great storage shed especially for the outdoor items. Thanks for sharing.
My mom has a similar shed. It's got too much stuff in it to blow away, but one day the wind ripped the door out of my hand! It was pretty easy to put back on though.
It's bigger than it looks if it holds the chairs.... nice!
Rubbermaid seems to be making so many cool outdoor storage items these days. They have been so helpful. Thank you for the tip on it blowing over. We are looking for something for under the deck so I think it would be sheltered there.