How to Choose the Perfect Wheelie Bin Store

Materials Matter: Cedar vs Painted Finishes

Cedar is the most stable material it is lightweight and does not shrink or crack. Bin stores have lots of moving parts so choosing a material that is stable is important. Doors need to remain strong and square and in an exterior environment with rain and cold temperatures using cheap wood will result in doors going out of shape. Painted bin stores are a good option but require more maintenance.

Why a Wheelie Bin Store is a Must-Have for Modern Homes

New build properties are awarded points towards planning for including a bin store or bike store in their scheme. Councils encourage people to include one in their designs to ensure that bin storage is properly thought out. Having a designated place to store your bins keeps your garden tidy and organised. Bin stores also often have a slatted design so that there is airflow keeping the smells to a minimum.

Choosing the Right Colour to Match Your Exterior

Cedar bin stores are a classic choice and will work with almost any property. They can be allowed to naturally age to a silver grey or the warm cedar colour can be protected with a UV oil. Cedar requires no maintenance and lasts for over 50 years. Painted bin stores offer a multitude of colour options. They can be made to colour match your widows and doors.

Bin stores Sizes, large and small : What’s Best for You?

Wheelie bins come in a range of sizes, so sometimes it’s tricky to get one to suit your particular bins. The most popular wheelie bin sizes are 110L, 240L 360L and there are also lots of types of recycling boxes and food waste bins. Most reputable companies who make bin stores will help you work out what bin store size will work best to suit your requirements. Often bin stores can have shelves and wider sections created to suit.

Installation Tips: Getting the Most from Your Wheelie Bin Store.

The most common issue people do not consider is that most wheelie bins need to be installed on a level surface. doors need to open and be leve, they will not work if the bin store is on a slope. Imagine your doorframe in your home was at an angle how would the door work? So if you have a sloping area to put a bin store, ensure you buy one with adjustable feet. Some bin stores come with fully adjustable feet allowing the store to be fitted on gently sloping ground.

How to Blend Your Bin Store Seamlessly into Your Garden Design

Cedar Bin stores can be made to match the design of your fencing and gates to give an overall seamless look.

Storage Ideas Beyond Bins: Extra Uses for Bin Stores

Sometimes people also want storage for parcels and post or perhaps a buggy store. Bin stores can often be adapted to have additional lockable sections for useful outdoor storage

Planning Permission & Positioning: What You Need to Know

Most bin stores are in the front garden of properties and as they are considered temporary structures planning is not normally required for a bin stores. Keeping the height of your bin store to a minimum is an important point though. If you are in a conservation area you may want to check any restrictions with the local council.