My Shed Setup Now That It’s Finished (Tools, Shelves, Storage)

Once the shed was finished, I realized the real project was just beginning.

It wasn’t just about having four walls and a roof — it was about what I could turn it into.

Here’s how I turned my simple backyard shed into a usable, clean workspace (without overcomplicating it).

🧱 Floorplan Setup (Simple But Functional)

  • Workbench along the back wall

  • Wall-mounted shelves on the right

  • Storage cabinet + tool hooks on the left

  • LED shop light overhead

I used the original 10x10 footprint, but added just enough organization to make it feel like a mini-shop.

🧰 Tools I Keep Inside

I keep all the daily-use tools inside:

  • Drill + charger

  • Circular saw

  • Clamps, levels, measuring tape

  • Paint/stain supplies

  • Extra fasteners (nails, screws, bolts)

They’re stored in a small wall-mounted rack and labeled plastic bins — all easy to grab.

🗄️ Shelves & Storage

Built using leftover plywood and a shelf plan from the same blueprint pack.

Top shelf: paints and solvents
Middle: hand tools and supplies
Bottom: clamps, jigs, and seasonal stuff

Each shelf is labeled. No more digging.

🌿 What I Use It For Now

  • Weekend projects

  • Small woodworking builds

  • Paint/stain setups

  • Tool sharpening

  • Garden storage in the off-season

It’s no longer “just a shed” — it’s my space.

Here’s how I added custom touches that made it mine → simple shed upgrades

📦 Why I Might Build Another One

Now that this one is organized, I want:

  • A second shed for garden storage

  • A smaller one just for kids' bikes or tools

  • Or even a lean-to firewood shed (also included in the pack)

    These are the exact projects I’ve been planning → future shed builds

And the good part?
👉 I already have the plans for all of them

Here’s everything that’s actually included in the full pack → blueprint breakdown

FAQs

Q: Do you need a big shed to do all this?
A: Nope — mine is 10x10. You just need shelves and a plan.

Q: Can I build the shelves from the pack?
A: Yes — I used one of the basic shelf diagrams and changed the size.

Q: What’s the next upgrade you’ll add?
A: Probably insulation + power. That’ll make it year-round usabl

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