The Shed Factory

The Shed Factory is a family-run business that has been building garden buildings for over 30 years. It specialises in bespoke buildings made to specific requirements by skilled craftsmen and does not mass produce. All products are hand-built in the company's workshop in Kent. The company uses 19mm pressure treated shiplap as standard external cladding and 50 x 50mm Swedish whitewood framing. The timber used is renewable and reasonably sourced, and timbers in contact with the ground are pressure treated for longevity.

Buildings are fitted with galvanized padbolts, galvanized hinges and turn buttons on sheds, and latches and antique hinges on summer houses. Heavy-duty mineral felt is used. The service area includes Kent, London, Essex, Surrey and Sussex, with free delivery to local customers. Main services include building garden sheds, summerhouses, children's playhouses, animal housing and premium garden rooms.

The Shed Factory has earned consistent praise for bespoke garden buildings, with customers highlighting the standard of finish and the willingness of the team to adapt designs. Accounts cover a replacement shed built to match an existing one, a custom L-shaped structure, an eight by six shed, a summerhouse and tool shed, plus a wood store and a three-section bin store, all tailored to particular needs. Something that features in review after review is the speed of the crew, who worked without pause to finish a sizeable job in two days, including during a spell of extreme heat.

Named staff, among them John, Richard and Annabel, are commended for their helpfulness, prompt replies to queries and clear communication before and after fitting. Reviewers draw attention to a screw-supported base that removes the need for concrete, the thorough clearing of the site and the thoughtful handling of details such as where a door is positioned. Customers also remark that pricing compares well with larger suppliers and that the workshop can add extras such as steps and shelving. Courteous service and close attention to detail run through the feedback.