But for other parts of the shed, you wouldn t need steel that are as strong, for example, for the structure or frame, you will need stronger steel, especially the rafters for roof support, but for the walls and the roof itself, sheet metal would suffice, or even corrugated steel sheets. Aside from the reputation steel has of good strength, steel is also highly desired as a building material because it requires minimal maintenance and there is virtually no infestation of bugs like termites or even carpenter bees. With much work being done inside the shed, it is necessary to have good ventilation and a strong foundation. Garden shed built usually near a garden. This shed serves as storage for all the items that are needed to maintain a beautiful garden. A garden shed would need good storage areas such as shelves, cabinets and chests for storing chemicals and fertilizers as well as a safe area for storing sharp garden tools. While most of us already know that a storage shed is a necessary addition to our property, many of us have dillydallied because of the fear that we may not be able to do it right, plus we don t really have the extra cash to have someone do it for us. While some do have the skills to create their own shed, many of them have the tendency to forget to ensure that their shed is secure and durable. Drive around your town, renovations and demolitions are a good source for reclaimed materials. They can either be used as land fillers for foundation or for roofing materials. You can even go to your local junkyard and ask if they have aluminum or metal which you can get for free or buy at a minimal price. Other aspects that can affect your decision making is the cost, ease of maintenance, its durability and availability. For those who prioritize cost as their concern, then a tin siding is the perfect choice for you. A tin shed is virtually easy to construct. But with the low cost comes with an issue of durability. It s also difficult to decide which if which to throw away, to donate, or to sell. And to those that did not make the cut, they are relegated back to the attic or to the garage, in which case causing clutter still. The sure fire way of clearing up this space is to build a shed, whether for your tools, your garden equipments or your mementos.