8 smart and stylish outdoor storage solutions

Whether or not you have the luxury of a proper garden shed, you can still create a stylish and practical piece of garden storage - as these ideas demonstrate!

By Grace AllenPublished: 28 April 2015

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Create an outdoor room

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Go to town on your shed or outhouse by turning it into a colourful retreat - spare fabric makes great curtains and fairy lights add a festive touch.

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Upcycle

Think twice before throwing out old, unloved furniture - with a lick of paint a neglected chest of drawers can become a fun display for plants.

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Store up

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If space is at a premium, a narrow shed will do just fine - add plenty of shelves and hooks to maximise storage potential.

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Neat idea

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Keep your hallway clutter-free by stashing muddy boots and wellies outside.

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Feeling blue

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Invest in a multitasking storage unit to hold everything from watering cans to lanterns and gardening utensils.

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Board games

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For a practical and stylish storage solution, cover shed walls with peg board so that any outdoor tools and clutter can be stored vertically.

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Repurpose

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Old tins make great containers to tidy away paint brushes and tools - simply hang on the wall for a space and cost effective storage solution.

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Dream room

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Am orderly potting shed is every gardeners dream retreat, complete with a work table and an abundance of shelving.

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