Articles & Lifestyle Blog From Crane Garden Buildings


Shed and Workshop Extras - 16th July 2014

A luxury garden building is an investment in your property, one that will yield long term rewards. The key to getting years of enjoyment is premium quality, sustainable materials. All of our Garden Buildings are hand built in our Norfolk factory, and we offer a range of optional extras to increase their longevity. 

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The Perfect Potting Shed - 15th July 2014

Our garden sheds are versatile buildings and can offer a whole lot more than just storage space. Besides storage, another common use is a potting shed! With careful consideration of the style, size, internal layout, and what ess...

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Shed for Bike Storage - 25th June 2014

With Britain's success at the Tour de France, as well as the Beijing and London Olympics, cycling is experienced a resurgence in popularity. Although second-hand options are always available, if you want a brand new bicyc...

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To Concrete or Not To Concrete - 17th June 2014

What You Need to Know About Concrete Bases One of the key things we discuss with customers prior to installation one of our Garden Buildings is the importance of a flat, level base for us to install on to. It may seem insignific...

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Starting an Allotment: Top Tips and Tricks - 10th June 2014

Interestingly, "Under the 1908 Small Holdings and Allotments Act, where there is demand, it is the duty of the local authority to provide residents registered on the electoral roll with allotment space. The Act even gives local au...

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Sheds to Fit Your Space - 4th June 2014

At Crane Garden Buildings, we want to give everyone their perfect garden building. Thanks to our years of custom construction experience, we can tailor our designs to suit any practical requirement.  The Garden Buildings we...

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Contemporary Garden Rooms - 20th May 2014

Contemporary can be taken to mean modern, current or fashionable. In some cases, contemporary has evolved to mean a little outrageous or extreme too! In very basic terms, usually what contemporary translates to with Garden Rooms...

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Every Man Needs a Cave - 19th May 2014

A man cave or 'mantuary' is traditionally a "boys only" haven where men can escape their domestic lives, enjoy their hobbies, or just relive their bachelor days, at least temporarily. It's a place to hang out with friends and wh...

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Why Choose A Made-to-Measure Garden Building - 16th May 2014

If you are in the market for a new Garden Shed, remember you don't have to settle for one that looks the same as any other. If you want a luxury building that matches your needs and tastes perfectly, opt for a tailor-made Gar...

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Prepare Your Garden Building For Summer - 14th May 2014

As Summer rapidly approaches, the spotlight shines onto the garden. We start to develop an enthusiasm for getting outside, getting the garden organised, tidied and spruced up for the Summer so that we can spend more time outside....

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