6ft x 4ft Pressure Treated Overlap Apex Wooden Garden Shed With 1 Window (1.8m x 1.3m) – Modular (CORE)
First Added - February 27 2022
Last Updated - August 4 2022 - 15 Data Points Updated - 3 Data Points Added
Reviewed & curated by a panel of garden building experts. Using methodology 1.1
Product ID: SKU: 37901
Size: 6' x 4'
Merchants Checked: 12
Available From: 1
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Our verdict on the 6ft x 4ft Pressure Treated Overlap Apex Wooden Garden Shed With 1 Window Modular
The 6ft x 4ft Pressure Treated Overlap Apex Wooden Garden Shed With 1 Window Modular comes with an apex style roof, holds a 15 Years guarantee, fit with single doors, and is treated using a pressure treated process [1]. The windows window used on this particular 6′ x 4′ use a polycarbonate [2] glazing material (Thickness was not specified).
Base material: wood
Certifications this product meets:
FSC certified timber[3]
Our experts say this has 3 stand out features. A stand out feature is something found on over 70% of the top 10% of products in a particular category or is an exceptionally good feature as rated by our panel of experts.
1. A floor that is 16mm thick is something our experts say is one of the best available for this kind of shed.
2. This polycarbonate glazing material is one that our experts say is one of the best available for windowed sheds.
3. A pressure treated treatment like the one used on this shed is one our experts are happy to say is one of the best around.
Below is a brief overview of how some of the key points of this shed fairs across the market.
Cladding
The overlap board cladding(walls) used here is the worst form of construction for shed walls out of the 4 types [4] we’ve identified on same-size sheds, that you’ll also see getting used on 8% (357 of 4,360) of all sheds analysed [5], as well as being used on 3% (12 of 436) of the top 10% of sheds [6]. You’ll also find the overlap board cladding showing up on 19% of 6′ x 4′ sheds (69 in total) [7], and if we compare this item against those 69 we find it’s Expert Score is 10% higher than the average score for a 6′ x 4′ overlap board shed.
The walls are 7mm thick and we rate this one of the worst thicknesses out of the 12 found on same-size sheds [8]. It is used on 3% of all sheds [9] and is also used across 1% of the top 10% of sheds [10] we analysed. 8% of 6′ x 4′ sheds (28 in total) use 7mm thick walls [11], and if we compare this item against those 28 we find it’s Expert Score is 11% higher than the average score for a 6′ x 4′ 7mm shed.
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Roofing
Osb is the of construction method used for the roofing, our experts rate this one of the best forms of roof material out of the 3 types we’ve found on same-size sheds [12]. This roofing material is used on 18% of all sheds analysed, and 8% of the top 10% of sheds. While you’ll find that the Expert Score of this shed is 1 point lower than the average for 6′ x 4’s that use osb roof material (90 vs the average of 91), you can be sure it’s not due to the roofing as this one of the highest scoring materials found on 6′ x 4′ sheds. 19% of 6′ x 4′ sheds (70 in total) use osb construction for the roof.
A 8mm thick roof boarding was used on this shed which is the worst thickness used for a roofing material out of 12 thicknesses identified on same-size sheds [13]. It’s used on 5% of all sheds and 1% of the top 10% of sheds. 5% of 6′ x 4′ sheds (17 in total) use a 8mm thick roof boarding, and when taking the average Expert Score of those 6′ x 4′ sheds (90), the 6ft x 4ft Pressure Treated Overlap Apex Wooden Garden Shed With 1 Window Modular is the same with an Expert Score of 90.
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Flooring
The manufactures of this shed chose osb for the floor construction, we rate this an about average form of floor construction out of 3 types found on same-size sheds [14]. This type of floor construction is used on 20% of all sheds we analysed, and 5% of the top 10% of those sheds. 21% of 6′ x 4′ sheds (78 in total) use osb construction for the floor. Additionally when taking the average Expert Score of those 6′ x 4′ sheds (90), the 6ft x 4ft Pressure Treated Overlap Apex Wooden Garden Shed With 1 Window Modular is the same with an Expert Score of 90.
A 16mm thick floor boarding is used here, this is the best floor board thickness according to our experts out of 12 found on same-size sheds [15]. It’s found on 3% of all sheds and used on 3% of the top 10% of sheds. Even though the Expert Score of this shed is 3 points lower than that of the average for 6′ x 4’s floored with a 16mm material (90 vs the average of 93), you can be sure it’s not due to the flooring because this one of the highest scoring flooring thicknesses available on 6′ x 4′ sheds. 2% of 6′ x 4′ sheds (7 in total) use 16mm thick floor boarding.
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Window
Polycarbonate windows come installed on this shed. As a glazing option, we rate it one of the best out of the 7 glazing types found on 6′ x 4′ sheds [16]. This particular type of glazing is used on 1% of all windowed sheds and 1% of the top 10% of sheds with windows we analysed. 3% of 6′ x 4′ sheds with windows (5 in total) use polycarbonate windows, and when taking the average Expert Score of those polycarbonate 6′ x 4′ sheds (88), the 6ft x 4ft Pressure Treated Overlap Apex Wooden Garden Shed With 1 Window Modular is just above the average with an Expert Score of 90.
The 671mm x 555mm window on this shed are 65% larger than the average 6′ x 4′ shed. The window height is 555.00mm (2′) tall which is 30% taller than the average 6′ x 4′ with 127.26mm (0.4′) extra height. The window width is 671.00mm (2′) wide which is 55% wider than the average 6′ x 4′ with 237.29mm (0.8′) wider width.
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Height
The height of this shed is 2043mm (7′) which is 6% more than the average 6′ x 4′ shed, giving you 113.5mm (0.4′) extra headroom.
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Doors
The door height is 653.00mm (2′) tall which is 140% or 914.23mm (3′) shorter than the average 6′ x 4′.
The door width is 1,640.00mm (5′) wide which is 94% or 795.49mm (3′) wider than the average 6′ x 4′.
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You Might Also Consider
We found 270 6′ x 4′ sheds with comparable specifications. The 6ft x 4ft Pressure Treated Overlap Apex Wooden Garden Shed With 1 Window Modular has an Expert Score that is 2% higher than average and is £64 more expensive than average. If you are looking for the best value or highest expert scoring sheds out of the 270 with comparable specifications the following might be of interest.
Best value – If you are looking for something comparable that costs less, then you could save £1,353 with this Optional extra – Add top coat Shetland Shiplap Apex 6′ x 4′ Dip Treated Shed Single Door with Window Top Coat. It is priced at £112, this is 1204% less than this and has an Expert Score of 92, 2 points higher than the 6ft x 4ft Pressure Treated Overlap Apex Wooden Garden Shed With 1 Window Modular.
Highest Expert Score – With an Expert Score of 100 vs 90 for this product, the Oren 6′ x 5′ Shiplap Pent Bike Shed is the best 6′ x 4′ shed with comparable specifications, and is priced at £619, that’s £846 less than the 6ft x 4ft Pressure Treated Overlap Apex Wooden Garden Shed With 1 Window Modular.
High Wind Area – If you live in a particularly exposed or high wind area then having a shed with a thicker cladding and higher than average frame thickness can be preferable. We found at least 3 sheds that have a combination of features that can make them more suited to higher wind areas.
Redlands 7′ x 5′ Shiplap Pent Bike Shed
Oren 8′ x 4′ Shiplap Pent Bike Shed
Redlands 5′ x 6′ Shiplap Modular Apex Bike Shed
Coastal Consideration – If you live in a particularly wet or harsher environment such as by the coast then you might want to consider something with a more robust pressure treatment or something made from metal or plastic, both materials that are particularly suited to such harsh environments. We’ve found at least 3 sheds that have a combination of features that can make them more suited to higher wind areas.
6′ x 4′ Lotus Heritage Green Pent Metal Shed
6′ x 4′ Yardmaster Green Metal Shed 65GEYZ
6′ x 4′ Forest Tongue and Groove Pressure Treated Wooden Shed
Public-Facing – Extra security measures might be more of a concern if you’re placing your building in an area that is more public-facing than a garden. Features such as security windows or even having no windows at all, and the ability to lock all opening doors are usually much more important when you have something that is more public-facing. We found at least 3 sheds that have options that you might find a better fit if this is a concern you have.
6′ x 4′ Yardmaster Platinum Tall Pent Metal Shed
Redlands 7′ x 5′ Shiplap Apex Bike Shed
Redlands 5′ x 6′ Shiplap Modular Pent Bike Shed
More Child Friendly – If you have children and you are looking for something that has that little extra in terms of durability then tougher glazing options might be a better option. Here we have at least 3 other options that will fill those needs.
6′ x 4′ Forest Premium Tongue & Groove Pressure Treated Apex Shed
6′ x 4′ Forest Tongue and Groove Pressure Treated Wooden Shed
4’x6′ TigerFlex® Shiplap Apex Double Door Shed
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Merchants Checked
12 different sources were used to research information on this product, and 1 contained information that we were able to use to compile the data used on this page.
The following merchants were checked on the 06 August, 2022 to see if they stocked this product.
ManoMano UK – 922302 products checked, found 1 match.
Waltons – 231 products checked, found no matches.
Wickes – 19576 products checked, found no matches.
B&Q – 78905 products checked, found no matches.
Wilko.com – 21232 products checked, found no matches.
Homebase – 35509 products checked, found no matches.
Buy Sheds Direct – 1635 products checked, found no matches.
sheds.co.uk – 1999 products checked, found no matches.
BillyOh – 1244 products checked, found no matches.
Garden Buildings Direct – 1284 products checked, found no matches.
Shedstore – 1373 products checked, found no matches.
Tiger Sheds – 635 products checked, found no matches.
1. Pressure Treated: Considered the most durable wood treatment, this is where the wood undergoes a process called tanalisation. This is where the timber is submerged in specialist wood preservatives (such as Tanalith E, this is actually the origin of the word ‘tanalisation’), this is a unique combination of copper and organic biocide ingredients (it is the copper that gives the finished wood the slightly green colour). The wood then goes into a high pressure vacuum tank (the Wood Protection Association has a good article/video on this) to draw out excess moisture and air and force in the preservatives.
This deep penetration of the exterior wood protects it from the elements and all forms of insect attack. Wood treated this way can last many years without being re-treated. The BS 8417 code of practice (this advises on the choice of timber species and the use and application of wood preservatives) says “ penetration to either 6 mm (15 years) or 12mm (for 30 years) has to be achieved in any exposed surface in sawn material.”
It is also worth noting that if cross cutting, notching or boring treated timber during or after installation, ALWAYS apply an end grain solvent-based (or oil-based) wood preservative treatment to the freshly exposed areas, this will maintain the integrity of the protection. NEVER put cut ends in the ground, even if end grain coated. ↩
2. Polycarbonate: Is one of the toughest plastics available. The excellent toughness and thermal stability make Polycarbonate one of the most widely used thermoplastics. This durability makes this ideal for garden equipment and extremely durable plastic garden structure. Polycarbonate is also used for things such as riot shields, vandal proof glazing, safety helmets and headlamp lenses.
According to data from the British Plastics Fedaration the physical properties of Polycarbonate are that it is very good when exposed to high heat with a maximum continuous use temperature of 125 °C. This is coupled with the outstanding Notched Impact Strength data of 60 – 80 Kj/m². ↩
3. FSC Certified Timber: The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is an international organisation that is “dedicated to promoting responsible management of the world’s forests.” When you see the FSC certification it means the forest where this wood was sourced from is being managed in a way that preserves biological diversity, while ensuring it sustains economic viability. FSC-certified forests are managed to strict environmental, social and economic standards. FSC certified timber is comparable to Certified Timber. ↩
4. Cladding types identified: interlocking log, overlap board, pine, shiplap tongue & groove, timber, tongue & groove, wood ↩
5. Global cladding data sourced from: All overlap board sheds ↩
6. Top cladding data sourced from: Top 436 overlap board sheds ↩
7. 6′ x 4′ cladding data sourced from: 367 6′ x 4′ overlap board sheds ↩
12. Roof material types identified: osb, sand felt, shiplap tongue & groove, tongue & groove ↩
13. Roof thickness types identified: 8mm, 9mm, 10mm, 11mm, 12mm, 16mm, 19mm ↩
14. Floor material types identified: osb, shiplap tongue & groove, tongue & groove ↩
15. Floor thickness types identified: 8mm, 9mm, 10mm, 11mm, 12mm, 14mm, 16mm ↩
16. Glazing material types identified: acrylic, horticultural glass, polycarbonate, polyethylene, security windows, single glazed, styrene, toughened glass, toughened safety glass ↩