Which Timber Treatment Is Right for Your Garden Shed?
Dipped vs Pressure-Treated Sheds: What’s Right for Your Garden?
The British weather can be a bit of a challenge, and your shed needs to be up to the task. Whether you’re storing tools, protecting your hobbies, or just keeping your garden clutter-free, it’s important to know how your shed is built to last. One key factor? The type of wood treatment used. At Empire Sheds, we believe it’s worth digging a little deeper, right down to the timber itself.
Pressure-Treated Sheds
Our pressure-treated apex and pent sheds are built to go the distance. The timber is infused with preservative under high pressure, which means the protection goes deep into the wood. This helps guard against rot, decay, and insect damage, giving you a shed that’s tough, reliable, and ready for whatever the weather throws at it.
Tongue & Groove cladding is made from pressure treated tanalised timber is guaranteed against rot & insect attack for 15 years. The cladding can be stained or painted should you wish to change the natural colour of the timber.
- Construction: Made from 12mm pressure-treated timber for durability.
- Durability: 15-year anti-rot and anti-insect guarantee.
- Weather Protection: Water-repellent design to keep your belongings safe.
Dipped Sheds
Dipped sheds are treated a little differently. The wood is coated in preservative through a dipping process, which adds a protective layer to the surface. While it doesn’t penetrate as deeply as pressure treatment, it still offers a good level of defence and helps extend the life of your shed.
At Empire Sheds each panel of our dipped treated sheds is individually submerged in a purpose built tank. The tank contains a specially formulated preservative, which will protect the shed from the elements for up to 12-months. The shed panels can be stained or painted should you wish to change the colour.
- Construction: Made with 12mm Tongue & Groove timber
- Durability: Long-lasting protection, with a 12-month anti-rot guarantee.
- Weather-Resistant: Built to withstand the British climate and keep your belongings safe and dry.
Key Differences
The main difference comes down to how deeply the treatment protects the wood. Pressure-treated sheds offer longer-lasting protection of 15 years, making them ideal for those who want peace of mind and minimal maintenance. Dipped sheds, while still protected with a 12-month anti-rot guarantee, may need re-treatment over time to keep them in top shape to be protected for longer. The better the chosen treatment – the longer the protection.
Choosing the Right Shed for You
It really depends on what you need. If you’re after a shed that’s built to last with minimal upkeep, pressure-treated is the way to go. But if you’re working to a budget and still want a solid, reliable shed, a dipped option could be just the ticket.
Why Choose Empire Sheds?
At Empire Sheds, we’re all about quality and choice. Whether you go for pressure-treated or dipped, you’ll get a shed that’s been crafted with care and built to last. Explore our full range today and find the perfect fit for your garden.
