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Lifetime Plastic Outdoor Storage Shed 8×12.5ft

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: 636306

Size: 8' x 12.5'

Merchants Checked: 12

Available From: 1

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85
Good Ranked in the Top 13% of Garden Storage.
Position 125 of 1017 Garden Storage - Up 145 places from previous update.
Quality of materials
Construction quality
Ease of construction
Value for money

See how our panel of industry experts helped create the impartial judging criteria used to calculate the Expert Score.

Our verdict on the Lifetime Plastic Outdoor Storage Shed 8×12.5ft

The Lifetime Plastic Outdoor Storage Shed 8×12.5ft comes with an apex style roof, holds a 10 Years guarantee, is fit with doors that are lockable through the lockable locking system, and is treated using a uv protected process [1]. The 2 windows used on this particular 8′ x 12.5′ use a polycarbonate [2] glazing material (Thickness was not specified).

Base material: high-density polyethylene (hdpe) [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. The high-density polyethylene (hdpe) cladding used on this garden storage is one the best available for garden storage rated by our experts.

2. This polycarbonate glazing material is one that our experts say is one of the best available for windowed garden storage.

3. A uv protected treatment like the one used on this garden storage 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 garden storage fairs across the market.

Treatment/Guarantee

The uv protected treatment process used here is one of the best types of treatment out of 2 [4] types we’ve identified on same-size garden storage that you’ll see getting used on 2% [5] (20 of 965) of all garden storage analysed, as well as being used on 5% [6] (5 of 96) of the top 10% of garden storage. In fact this is the only 8′ x 12.5′ garden storage you’ll find that uses an uv protected treatment process [7].

On a plastic garden storage box, the guarantee that the manufacturer offers is usually a very good indicator of the quality of the building. The longer the guarantee the more the manufacturer believes in the quality of the building they have produced. Typically we see manufacturer guarantees for plastic Garden Storage ranging from zero right up to a limited lifetime guarantee.

This plastic garden storage box comes with a 10 years guarantee. Most plastic garden storage come with a 15 years guarantee (26.04% of them) [8].

For this particular brand (Lifetime) they offer 11 [9] different types of guarantees on their plastic garden storage, with the 10 years guarantee on this being the longest they offer. The 10 years guarantee is found on 47.37% of Lifetime plastic garden storage [10], with a 5 year guarantee on 10.53% of its plastic garden storage. It is great that this garden storage was given one of the highest guarantees offered by the brand, and this shows the manufacturer has a lot of faith in the overall quality of this part of their product range.

When looking at comparable 8′ x 12.5′ plastic garden storage (we found 8 of them) the most popular guarantee length offered by manufacturers was 3 years [11]. 50.00% came with a 3 year guarantee, 25.00% came with a 10 year guarantee and 25.00% came with a missing guarantee.

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Cladding

The high-density polyethylene (hdpe) cladding(walls) used here is one of the best forms of construction for garden storage walls out of the 2 types [12] we’ve identified on same-size garden storage, that you’ll also see getting used on 1% (12 of 965) of all garden storage analysed [13], and sadly not present at all on any of the 96 garden storage that make up the top 10% of garden storage [14]. In fact this is the only 8′ x 12.5′ garden storage you’ll find that uses a high-density polyethylene (hdpe) wall [15].

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Flooring

The manufactures of this garden storage chose polyethylene for the floor construction, we rate this one of the worst forms of floor construction and is the only type found on this size of garden storage [16]. This type of floor construction is used on 1% of all garden storage we analysed, with none of the top 96 garden storage making use of this kind of floor material. The data we have on all garden storage shows us that this is the only 8′ x 12.5′ garden storage that comes with a polyethylene floor material.

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Window

Polycarbonate windows come installed on this garden storage. As a glazing option, we rate it one of the best glazing types and is also the only type found on 8′ x 12.5′ garden storage [17]. This particular type of glazing is used on 3% of all windowed garden storage with a look at the top 10% of garden storage showing us that none of them choose to install windows with this kind of glazing. Out of all windowed 8′ x 12.5′ garden storage this is the only garden storage to make use of polycarbonate windows.

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You Might Also Consider

We found 2 8′ x 12.5′ garden storage with comparable specifications. The Lifetime Plastic Outdoor Storage Shed 8×12.5ft has an Expert Score that is 6% higher than average and is £20 more expensive than average. If you are looking for the best value or highest expert scoring garden storage out of the 2 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 £730 with this Lifetime 8 Ft. x 10 Ft. Outdoor Storage Shed. It is priced at £1,500, this is 49% less than this and has an Expert Score of 75, 10 points less than the Lifetime Plastic Outdoor Storage Shed 8×12.5ft.

The Lifetime Plastic Outdoor Storage Shed 8×12.5ft is the best scoring garden storage available out of all 2 8′ x 12.5′ garden storage we analysed.

High Wind Area – If you live in a particularly exposed or high wind area then having a garden storage with a thicker cladding and higher than average frame thickness can be preferable. We found at least 3 garden storage that have a combination of features that can make them more suited to higher wind areas.
12′ x 8′ Shed Republic Ultimate heavy-duty Workshop / Log Store Double Door
12′ x 8′ Shed Republic Ultimate Combination Workshop / Log Store Double Doors
12′ x 8′ Shed Republic Ultimate Combination Workshop / Log Store Single

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 garden storage that have a combination of features that can make them more suited to higher wind areas.
Lifetime Plastic Outdoor Storage Shed 8×12.5ft
Rowlinson 10 x 10ft Shed in a Box Garden Storage
Lifetime 8×12.5 ft Rough Cut Outdoor Storage 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 garden storage that have options that you might find a better fit if this is a concern you have.
Lifetime Plastic Outdoor Storage Shed 8×12.5ft
12′ x 8′ Shed Republic Ultimate heavy-duty Workshop / Log Store Double Door
12′ x 8′ Shed Republic Ultimate Combination Workshop / Log Store Double Doors

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.
Lifetime Plastic Outdoor Storage Shed 8×12.5ft
12′ x 8′ Shed Republic Ultimate heavy-duty Workshop / Log Store Double Door
12′ x 8′ Shed Republic Ultimate Combination Workshop / Log Store Double Doors

Product Details

Building Type
Apex Plastic Sheds, Apex Sheds, Garden Sheds, Garden Storage, Large Garden Storage Boxes, Large Plastic Garden Storage, Large Plastic Sheds, Large Sheds, Lawn Mower Sheds, Plastic Garden Storage, Plastic Sheds, Plastic Sheds With Windows, Shed with Windows, Storage Sheds
Metric Size (Meters)
8' x 12.5'
Material
Plastic
Roof Style
Apex
Number of Windows
2
Cladding Type
high-density polyethylene (hdpe)
Treatment Type
UV Protected
Guarantee
10 Years
Range
Lifetime Outdoor Storage Shed
External Dimensions
Exterior Dimensions: 92 in. W x 146 in. D x 96 in. H (233,6 x 370,8 x 243,8 cm)
Product Contains
One outdoor storage shed
Internal Dimensions
Interior Dimensions:90 in. W x 144 in. D x 70 - 94 in. H (228,6 x 365,7 x 117,8 - 238,7 cm)
Additional Assembly Information
Level base required
Product Dimensions
8 Ft. x 12.5 Ft
Assembly Options
Self Assembly Required
Model Number
6402
Model Name
Lifetime 8 Ft x 12.5 Ft Outdoor Storage Shed
Locking System
Lockable
Weight Of Product (kg)
244.34
Number Of Doors
2
Effects And Finish
High-Density Polyethylene
Floor Material
Polyethylene
Glazing Material
Polycarbonate
Additional Delivery Information
One man delivery
Window Size (Metric)
nan x nan

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Joel Bird

Joel Bird

Profile

Our resident shed building expert Joel was the 2014 winner of Channel 4’s Amazing Spaces Shed of the Year having beat over 10,000 applicants to win. He returned to the show the following year as a judge. He is also the author of The Book of Shed and has designed & built over 50 small bespoke garden builds. Joel has appeared on various TV or Radio shows include George Clarkes Amazing Spaces, Alan Titchmarsh Love your Garden, Chris Evans Breakfast Show and BBC Radio 4’s Saturday Live.

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Sources

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.

Homebase – 35509 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.
ManoMano UK – 922302 products checked, found no matches.
Wilko.com – 21232 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. UV treated: The British Plastics Federation says that the addition of light stabilisers (they are called hindered amine light stabilisers (HALS)) in plastics are used “to inhibit the reactions in plastics which cause undesirable chemical degradation from exposure to UV light.” This chemical degradation from exposure to UV light is often seen as chalking or a white residue that forms as the polymers degrade over time. This degradation can often be avoided by adding HALS that are UV absorbers such as benzotriazoles, benzophenones or organic nickel compounds. By incorporating weathering stabilisers into the plastics used the damaging effects of UV light will be slowed down considerably. 

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. High-Density Polyethylene: Polyethylene (Polythene) is one of the world’s most popular plastics. It is an enormously versatile polymer which is suited to a wide range of applications and is often used for things that need to be extra durable like garden containers (they often are made from high density polyethylene). The polymers’ low cost, high rigidity and ease of blow moulding has also made the material a natural choice in gardening furnishings and garden storage boxes and cabinets. You will also find it used on things such as park benches and waste bins.

According to data from the British Plastics Fedaration the physical properties of High-Density Polyethylene are that it is not very good when exposed to high heat with a maximum continuous use temperature of 65 °C. This is however offset by the outstanding Notched Impact Strength data that showed ‘no break’. 

4. Treatment types identified: untreated, uv protected 

5. Global treatment data sourced from: All uv protected garden storage 

6. Top treatment data sourced from: Top 96 uv protected garden storage 

7. 8′ x 12.5′ treatment data sourced from: 8 8′ x 12.5′ uv protected garden storage 

8. Global guarantee data sourced from: All 10 years garden storage 

9. Guarantee types identified: 10 years 

10. Guarantee data sourced from: Lifetime 10 years garden storage 

11. 8′ x 12.5′ guarantee data sourced from: 8 8′ x 12.5′ 10 years guaranteed garden storage 

12. Cladding types identified: high-density polyethylene (hdpe), resin 

13. Global cladding data sourced from: All high-density polyethylene (hdpe) garden storage 

14. Top cladding data sourced from: Top 96 high-density polyethylene (hdpe) garden storage 

15. 8′ x 12.5′ cladding data sourced from: 8 8′ x 12.5′ high-density polyethylene (hdpe) garden storage 

16. Floor material types identified: polyethylene 

17. Glazing material types identified: polycarbonate 

Product ID: SKU: 636306

Size: 8' x 12.5'

Merchants Checked: 12

Available From: 1

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Support WhatShed: by making a purchase after clicking a link above, a portion of the sale supports this site.