24/07/25
Smart choices made up front can make a shed look better, last longer, and be easier to use every day. Here are the upgrades Wide Span Sheds customers add most often, and what each one actually delivers.
COLORSTEEL® Dridex® cladding
Dridex gives a cleaner finish without the hassle of building paper, comes with a 50-year warranty, and makes installation easier on both DIY and kitset builds.
Roller door motors
A motorised roller door means effortless access without leaving the vehicle, the option to control the door remotely via WiFi so family or friends can get in, and a smoother experience every time it opens or closes.
Sectional doors
Sectional doors give a modern look, extra clearance height, and are often a cost-effective way to increase door width for easier access.
Bird proofing
Bird brushes and custom flashings keep birds out, reducing mess and maintenance and keeping the space cleaner and more secure over time.
Clear light roofing panels
Clear light panels bring natural light into the shed, reduce reliance on artificial lighting, and brighten the space without extra wiring.
Premium cladding options
COLORSTEEL® over ZINCALUME® typically means a longer warranty and a more finished look that blends with the house or surrounding property.
These are the details that make the difference between a shed that's fine and one an owner actually enjoys using. Wide Span Sheds builds every shed with the option to add these upgrades from the start, since retrofitting most of them later costs more than including them in the original build.
Talk to your local Wide Span Sheds team about which upgrades make sense for your build. Call 0800 WIDE SPAN.
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