{"product_id":"garden-storage-cupboard-grey","title":"Garden Storage Cupboard — Grey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA slim, upright garden cupboard — full-depth doors, an adjustable shelf and a footprint that fits a side alley.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from FSC-certified pine, pressure-treated against rot and rebuffed with a smooth planed finish. The cladding is 12mm — thicker than the high-street budget kits — and the corners are rebated rather than simply butt-jointed, so the frame stays square once it's up. Re-treat every two to three years with a clear wood oil and it'll outlast most plastic alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoors open to the full depth of the cabinet so there's no awkward reach-in angle. An adjustable internal shelf lets you stack taller items vertically or wider ones flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × vertical garden cupboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjustable internal shelf\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRetrofit hasp point\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssembly hardware and printed instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNarrow side-alley storage where a shed won't fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVertical storage for rakes, brooms, spades and a strimmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBBQ tools, charcoal and grill covers kept out of the weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRe-treat every two to three years with a clear wood oil or decking stain — the pressure-treatment is the first line of defence, not the only one. Keep the base off saturated ground if you can, and wipe clean with a damp cloth as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"seo-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVertical storage for tight spaces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Garden Storage Cupboard — Grey is from our garden storage cupboards range — tall, narrow units that store vertical items (long-handled tools, garden equipment, supplies) in a small footprint. The category solves a specific problem: storage when space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlastic and resin construction — what UV-stabilised resin buys you\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlastic garden storage covers a wide quality range. The cheap end is commodity HDPE engineered for two summers; the Garden Storage Cupboard — Grey sits at the other end — UV-stabilised resin engineered for ten or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe differences that determine lifetime:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV stabilisation\u003c\/strong\u003e — additives in the polymer formulation that resist breakdown from sunlight. Without these, plastic goes chalky in 18 months and brittle in 3–4 years. Stabilised plastic stays flexible and structurally sound for a decade or more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWall thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e — quality resin units use 4mm+ walls, visible at the lid lip. Cheap commodity plastic is 2–3mm and flexes when leaned on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost rating\u003c\/strong\u003e — stabilised resin handles -20°C without cracking. Commodity HDPE goes brittle at -5°C and cracks under impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSealed joinery\u003c\/strong\u003e — corner joints and lid gaskets that keep water out. The mark of an engineered product, not a moulded plastic shell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe differences are usually invisible at the marketing level — manufacturers don't volunteer \"we use cheap plastic\" — but they show up unmistakably after the first 18 months in a UK garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSizing and what fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact dimensions and capacity for this product are in the specifications above. As a general guide for our storage cupboards range:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFootprint\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat fits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80×50cm × 180cm tall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong-handled tools + shelved hand tools\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100×60cm × 200cm tall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbove + bagged supplies + hose reel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInternal dimensions are what matter for fit; external dimensions matter for placement clearance. Quoted capacity is brim-full; usable capacity is roughly 70-80% of that, since you can't pack to the lid and expect to retrieve bottom items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUK weather considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBritish gardens see 1,000-1,200mm of annual rainfall, frost cycling between -5°C and +10°C through winter, and summer UV exposure that damages unstabilised materials. The Garden Storage Cupboard — Grey is engineered against those specific conditions. Practical implications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost\u003c\/strong\u003e — products in this range are rated for sustained sub-zero temperatures without cracking. The cheap alternatives aren't.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV\u003c\/strong\u003e — UV-stabilised plastics, hot-dip galvanised metal, and pressure-treated timber all handle UK summer sun. Commodity equivalents fail visibly within 2–3 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWind\u003c\/strong\u003e — exposed gardens (hilltops, coastal locations, wide gardens with no windbreaks) need anchoring. Most products in this range include floor anchor points; use them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriving rain\u003c\/strong\u003e — sealed lid gaskets and overhung roof edges keep wind-driven rain out. Look for these features specifically if your site is exposed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBase preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe single most-skipped step on outdoor storage installation. Cupboards need to be level for the doors to close properly. Paving flags or concrete are standard. Tall cupboards should also be wall-anchored using the supplied brackets — they topple in wind otherwise, especially when loaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't put any storage unit directly on grass. The base will move; lid seals will fail; condensation underneath will accelerate component failure. Plan the base before ordering the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery and assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product ships from our UK warehouse with free mainland delivery on orders over £100. Standard delivery is 5–7 working days, tracked. Larger units in this range may ship pallet-direct to your kerb depending on size; the driver delivers to the property edge, not onto the property itself. You'll get a dispatch email with a tracking link; the courier will text or email a delivery window the day before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCupboard assembly is 30-60 minutes with two people, basic hand tools. Make sure to use the wall-anchor brackets — cupboards are tall and topple in wind otherwise. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/assembly\"\u003eassembly help page\u003c\/a\u003e for tools, time estimates, and where to book a Tasker if you'd rather not DIY.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReturns and consumer protection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery order is covered by your full UK consumer protections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsumer Rights Act 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e — the goods must be of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose, and as described. Your statutory rights apply automatically and never expire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsumer Contracts Regulations 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e — 14 days from receipt to change your mind, no reason needed. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns\"\u003ereturns page\u003c\/a\u003e for the process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day damaged-on-arrival guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if anything's wrong on delivery, email us with photos and we'll arrange a free replacement or full refund including return postage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor order questions, delivery updates, or post-purchase support, email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hello@garden-storage.com\"\u003ehello@garden-storage.com\u003c\/a\u003e or call \u003ca href=\"tel:+447383567839\"\u003e+44 7383 567839\u003c\/a\u003e Mon–Fri 9am–5pm. We respond to email within one UK working day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions about storage cupboards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWall anchoring?\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall cupboards should always be wall-anchored using supplied brackets. They're top-heavy and topple in wind, especially when loaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoor clearance?\u003c\/strong\u003e Outward-opening doors need 50-80cm clearance in front of the cupboard. Hard against a wall on both sides means the cupboard doesn't open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal organisation?\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable shelves + hooks\/pegs transform a basic cupboard. Most come with basic fittings; £30-80 of pegboard and hooks added afterwards transforms the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more on storage cupboards, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/garden-storage-cupboards\"\u003estorage cupboards category\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Garden Storage","offers":[{"title":"Standard","offer_id":57903902294361,"sku":"GSC-STANDARD-GREY-41","price":229.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Lockable","offer_id":57903902327129,"sku":"GSC-LOCKABLE-GREY-41","price":229.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1041\/5557\/8713\/files\/S65000981252547cab1efdfc20b39da288.webp?v=1776959224","url":"https:\/\/garden-storage.com\/products\/garden-storage-cupboard-grey","provider":"Garden Storage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}