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What can you customise in a shed?

There is no such thing as a standard shed. After all, no two properties are alike, so sheds shouldn’t follow a “one size fits all” approach.

Sheds are available in all sorts of shapes and sizes, with more serving multiple purposes beyond the typical garage or commercial storage unit. A shed can be a small carport, workshop, farm shed, stable barn, paddock shelter or a machinery storage shed.

Beyond storage and function, look and feel are also important. Ranbuild lets you build your shed with COLORBOND® steel colours, matching cladding profiles, and colour-coordinated awnings and trims.

Australia’s diverse landscape offers endless opportunities for shed design and construction – and the best thing is you can tailor your entire solution to suit your needs, space and style.

Available on mobile and desktop, the Ranbuild Shed Builder app makes creating your own shed easy. But first, let’s look at what you need to consider when creating a shed truly built for how you live and work.

SIZE & LAYOUT IDEAS

Start with size and layout

The first thing to ask yourself is what sort of size and scale is needed, as your options are almost limitless.

Why does size matter? Size directly impacts the function of the structure. Selecting the right dimensions is essential as you may realise you need more space than you initially thought.

Here are some size and layout considerations:

• Single vs multi-bay: Single sheds consist of one main bay, making them the simplest option if your shed serves only one purpose. On the other hand, multi-bay sheds have multiple bays allowing for different uses within the one structure. This is especially useful for accommodating heavy vehicles and machinery.
• Workshop combos: If space is limited, you might want to consider a hybrid solution that maximises versatility within a single structure. A common example is the garage-to-workshop setup.
• Storage vs workspace: Consider the core function of your shed. Is it purely to store gear or belongings, or is it a space for you to work in? It’s essential to differentiate between the two.

Additionally, consider the layout of the space and design it to maximise each square metre. For example, internal partition walls can be used to create designated areas such as workshop bays, mini storage units or rooms.

LOOK & FEEL

A reflection of your personal style

Next, think about the appearance and atmosphere you want to create.

Ranbuild’s COLORBOND® steel range gives you full customisation of your shed, combining aesthetic appeal with practicality, while also ensuring durability and thermal performance. Use the Shed Builder app to explore personalisation options including:

• Quality cladding: Make your shed look better for longer with COLORBOND® steel cladding, available in up to 22 colours and 3 base metal thicknesses. The durable baked-on finish is non-combustible, termite-resistant and weather-tight for protection against harsh Australian weather conditions.
• Roof and wall cladding profiles: Ranbuild sheds come in the complete range of COLORBOND® steel roof and wall cladding profiles: Custom Orb®, Trimdek® and Trimwall®. All are strong, lightweight options for an economical, durable finish on any shed.

DOORS & ACCESS OPTIONS

Choose the right access for your needs

Understanding different modes of access is important for optimising your shed’s performance and longevity. Main types of shed doors include:

• Roller doors: These doors are versatile and suit a range of applications, from domestic to industrial. Roller doors are particularly useful to withstand harsh weather conditions, including heavy winds and intense rainfall.
• Glass sliding doors: Ideal when space is at a minimum and to bring in natural light while maintaining security. Various steel sliding door systems include bottom-running and wind-lock options, requiring minimal maintenance.
• Personal Access (PA) doors: PA doors are a great option for any shed, garage or self-storage applications highly exposed to sun, rain and dust as they are designed to be small entry points, therefore minimising any impact to the space’s contents.
• Automatic doors: These can be either roller doors or panel-lift doors as a more convenient option to manual doors, especially if you’re regularly moving machinery, equipment or gear in and out of your shed.
• Open bays: The most practical option in all types of farming environments, open bay sheds are simple and highly versatile. This is the perfect option for anyone wanting to easily modify the space to meet changing storage needs.
• Fire exit doors: An essential option for commercial projects requiring specific fire ratings, without compromising on aesthetics or functionality.

Ultimately, make sure you consider all practical factors when you design your shed online – space availability, security, material and durability, ease of use and of course, budget.

WINDOWS & LIGHTING

Bring in light and ventilation

Next, think about how light and ventilation will affect the comfort, usability and protection of your shed’s structure and contents.

Many people overlook or even ignore these factors, which is a major faux pas. Adequate light and ventilation are essential as they greatly enhance the user experience in what should be a durable environment, built to last for years to come.

Some ideas include:

• Windows and skylights: Knowing Australia typically has a bright climate, is there an opportunity to take advantage of natural daylight? Clear or translucent panels can give a more comfortable feel whilst also reducing the need for electric lighting. Ranbuild offers polycarbonate and fibreglass reinforced skylights as optional extras for all sheds.
• Rainwater goods (gutters, downpipes, flashings): Key considerations when you’re thinking about how to manage water runoff. These handle drainage and help prevent pooling that could block vents or cause moisture issues.
• Roof vents: A practical way to leverage natural convection to reduce heat build-up, minimising condensation within the shed and helps prevent mould or rust.
• Wall vents: These help the building breathe naturally, allowing passive airflow to create a comfortable internal environment and meet engineering requirements.
• Wall hatches: Designed for areas requiring larger airflows like shearing sheds and agricultural processing buildings. These can be securely opened and closed as needed, keeping work areas clean and tidy.

DESIGN FEATURES & EXTRAS

Add features that make it yours

Time to make the shed truly yours by tailoring a range of premium features to match your lifestyle and environment. Key customisation options include:

• Awnings: Great for adding sheltered outdoor areas for professional or recreational use. Awnings can also be colour-matched to seamlessly integrate with the look and feel of your shed.
• Mezzanine floors and partitions: From offices to storage lofts, mezzanines allow you to double usable floor space without increasing the building’s footprint. A great option for any commercial need.
• Insulation and internal finishes: Insulation, lining and personal décor elevates a basic shed design into a personalised space that reflects your needs and style, while staying true to the shed’s core function.

You can explore and experiment with the complete range of Ranbuild’s optional extras in the Shed Builder app, all backed by COLORBOND® steel for the highest standards in design flexibility and durability.

SHED USE CASE IDEAS

Custom sheds for different uses

From industrial warehouses to domestic garages, each shed has a different application based on unique structures

FROM IDEA TO DESIGN TO BUILD

Turn your ideas into a real design

Ranbuild’s Shed Builder mobile app and desktop app allow you to create and customise your own shed or garage in 3D, giving you complete creative control from concept to build.

The app lets you save your design at any time, giving you full flexibility to explore all available options to create your perfect shed. Once you’re ready, send your design to your local Ranbuild dealer for an instant quote.

From there, Ranbuild will manage the entire planning process for you – everything from sourcing construction materials and the necessary DA approvals.

No matter what your lifestyle, business or budget, Shed Builder helps you bring your ideal shed to life. Try it now!

HOW TO USE THE RANBUILD SHED BUILDER APP

Ranbuild’s Shed Builder makes it easy to turn your ideas into a custom shed design in just a few simple steps. Available as both a mobile app and desktop app, the platform gives you complete control to explore layouts, colours, dimensions and optional extras in a realistic 3D environment.

Step 1: Choose your shed template
Start by selecting the shed design that best matches your project, such as a garage, workshop, farm shed or machinery shed.

Step 2: Customise the shed shape and size
Adjust your shed profile, dimensions and bay sizes to suit your property, storage needs and intended use.

Step 3: Choose your colours
Select from Ranbuild’s COLORBOND® steel colour range to match your home, farm, business or surrounding buildings.

Step 4: Add an optional annexe
Include an annexe if you need extra covered space for storage, access, equipment or outdoor work areas.

Step 5: Customise the walls
Remove, add or adjust walls to create the right balance of enclosure, airflow and access.

Step 6: Add doors, windows and extras
Add roller doors, personal access doors, windows and optional features like skylights, whirlybirds, insulation and auto door openers.

Step 7: Save your shed design
Save your custom shed design so you can review it, make changes or share it with your local Ranbuild dealer.

Step 8: Request a quote
Select Get A Quote, enter your details and submit your design. Your local Ranbuild dealer will use your saved design to prepare a tailored quote.
Whether you’re still exploring ideas or ready to move forward with a build, the Ranbuild Shed Builder app gives you an easy and practical way to design a shed that truly suits your needs.

Start designing your custom shed today with Ranbuild

Dream it. Design it. Ranbuild it.

Explore your options and bring your ideas to life with Ranbuild’s Shed Builder.