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Shed is rotten but can't afford a new shed, HELP

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blackbirdbluebottle · 15/07/2018 12:40

My shed is currently rotten in a lot of places and the water runs in. I cant afford a new shed, what can I do to stop the water leaking in?

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SilverHairedCat · 15/07/2018 12:45

Is it the roof or the walls? Or both? Can you post a picture of the condition it's in?

SilverHairedCat · 15/07/2018 12:46

Also, have a look on your local Facebook Marketplace page - I've just looked on mine and there are at least a dozen offering a free shed to anyone who can collect. Some asking you to dismantle, some have already taken them down.

AWomanIsAnAdultHumanFemale · 15/07/2018 12:48

Look on freecycle or FB giving away pages. You might pick up a free or very cheap one.

NorthernSpirit · 15/07/2018 12:54

I’ve just bought a brand new shed 4ft x 6ft for £210. They aren’t expensive.

If the water is leaking in and you want to stop it - I don’t think you need to ask the question. Block up the source of the water ingress!

blackbirdbluebottle · 15/07/2018 12:55

I am unable to put it up sadly, it's wooden as well

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starlight2017 · 15/07/2018 12:57

Yes, free sheds! If you are willing to take it down and rebuild yourself, they are available.

If you can’t find one advertised, advertise yourself. It may spur someone into getting g rid of their shed that they’ve been meaning to do for ages.

SilverHairedCat · 15/07/2018 12:59

You'll have to wrap your shed in waterproof paper in that case. Either way, it's a physical task.

SilverHairedCat · 15/07/2018 13:01

Felt: www.wickes.co.uk/IKO-Green-Mineral-Shed-Felt-Roll---1m-x-10m/p/164174

And stop up and holes in the sides.

AWomanIsAnAdultHumanFemale · 15/07/2018 13:02

Do you know where the water is getting in?

blackbirdbluebottle · 15/07/2018 17:26

Yeah there are big gaping holes :( i will try that felt stuff thanks

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