SHOPPERS are praising a new 80 square foot shed that can be turned into a tiny home.
The Home Depot will ship it for free and it's under $500.
- 10-foot wide x 8-foot deep Metal Storage Shed, $446.99 from Home Depot - buy here
The 10-foot wide x 8-foot deep Metal Storage Shed for Garden and Backyard retails for $446.99 and is available for delivery or in-store pickup.
Customers can receive the shed in two weeks and return it within 90 days of purchase if they're not satisfied.
The Home Depot doesn't explicitly say customers can live in the shed.
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KEY FEATURES
Made of high-quality powder-coated galvanized steel, the shed is less prone to rust or corrosion, making it durable and long-lasting.
It's marketed to store garden tools, fertilizer, watering devices, garden hoses, outdoor chemicals and more.
The listing also includes lawn mowers, outdoor chairs, umbrellas, fire pits and other small yard items, it can also be used as a carport for certain vehicles, such as bicycles, skateboards, etc.
Its sloping roof is designed to increase storage space, prevent rainwater from accumulating and keep belongings dry, The Home Depot said.
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But, customers should be aware that it doesn't come with a floor.
It features lockable doors with vents.
Four vents are designed to ensure sufficient ventilation and prevent mold from accumulating.
The listing claims assembly is convenient with parts numbered, pre-cut and drilled and comes with an installation video and instructions.
Gloves are recommended when putting the tiny home together.
Two pairs come with the package as two or more people are recommended for assembly.
- 10-foot wide x 8-foot deep Metal Storage Shed, $446.99 from Home Depot - buy here
REVIEWS AND RECS
In 28 reviews, the shed has a four-out-of-five-star rating with many commenters leaving advice behind on how to deal with its assembly.
Some found putting the tiny home together more of a struggle than others while one customer said it was an easy assembly though it takes much longer than two hours as advertised.
Another recommended customers account for additional hours needed when putting together.
"It took more time to assemble than the estimate, but I was working primarily alone.
Concerns from customers include the security of the doors, especially its locks.
"Very flimsy metal," wrote one reviewer.
Meanwhile, another said it's a "great shed for the money" and wrote that it required eight hours to build, advising customers to take their time and have patience.
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Where to buy a tiny home
THE tiny home phenomenon found new heights as an alternative living solution for consumers concerned with ballooning homebuying costs and sustainability concerns.
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