10 square meters is the limit for most suburbs, the Guardian shed is right under that size, which makes it the largest shed without a permit required. There are also areas that have 20 square meters as the limit, please contact your local council to confirm.
HOW LONG WOULD IT TAKE TO ASSEMBLE?
Depending on the size of the shed and your experience, generally speaking, you can finish a 5 square meter shed within a day, and a 10 square meter shed in a day and a half. We also have contractors who can install them for you if needed.
WOULD I NEED A FLOOR?
Yes, a shed would definitely need a floor, either concrete or timber. You can find more info about the floor here.
DO YOU SELL TIMBER FLOOR KITS?
No, Steelmates no longer sell timber floor kits, we instead provide a floor plan for our customers. It gives you information on timber specs and quantity. You can then buy materials locally.
HOW BIG IS THE PACKAGE? WOULD I NEED A TRAILER TO PICK IT UP?
The full range of Steelmates sheds are in flat packs, roughly 2 meters long by 1 meter wide, they will fit into a UTE or a station wagon.
CAN I CHANGE THE POSITION OF THE DOOR?
For some models, you can change the door position to a different wall, or offset the door to one side.
IS STEELMATES GARDEN SHED WATERTIGHT?
Yes, all Steelmates sheds are waterproof. However, there will still be condensation during winter.
HOW LONG WOULD IT TAKE TO DELIVER?
Steelmates has warehouses in both Auckland and Christchurch. Auckland despatch to all north island areas, and Christchurch looks after South Island customers. Usually, next working day delivery for north island customers, and 2 working day delivery for South Island customers.
WOULD I NEED TO BUY ANY SCREWS OR RIVETS?
All Steelmates garden shed come with all the accessories needed, which include screws, rivets, washer, door latch and hinge. You will not need to buy any fasteners.
CAN I ADD A WINDOW OR SKYLIGHT TO MY SHED?
Yes, Steelmates supplies Louvre windows and skylights. You can find them here.
DOES STEELMATES PROVIDE INSTALLATION SERVICE?
Unfortunately we only supply the sheds in kitsets, we don't provide installation service.
WHAT IS THE STEEL GAUGE OF THE SHEDS?
The Steelmates series come with 0.33mm thick steel panels. The Ulti-mates series are either 0.25mm or 0.35mm.
DOES THE GARDEN SHED COME WITH A HOLD DOWN KIT?
All of the Steelmates series come with the hold down kit. Anchor kits are additional for the Ulti-mates and Garden Master Series.
WHAT TOOLS WILL I NEED?
You would need a power drill, rivet gun, gloves and safety glasses.
