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Customer reviews for Lifetime 8' x 17.5' Outdoor Storage Shed Dual Entry, Tan for
Lifetime 8' x 17.5' Outdoor Storage Shed Dual Entry, Tan
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153 ratings136 reviews
  1. 5 stars58% (89)
  2. 4 stars19% (29)
  3. 3 stars8% (12)
  4. 2 stars5% (8)
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Aug 4, 2025
Reviewer name: Winston
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Pretty slick design

Made in USA! As of today, my shed is 90% assembled. Not too physically difficult to put together but definitely need two people. I suggest using the assembly manual as a reference and watching videos on YT from people who have assembled them. It’s critical that the base is level and solid. I really love the look of my shed. No shingles and no paint is a plus.

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May 15, 2018
Reviewer name: Raymond
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Attractive and very sturdy

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I helped my neighbor install a 11x21 Shepherd on a prepared concert floor. Three people took most of the day but following instructions we had no problems . Having concrete flooring prepared ahead of time is a must. Receive numerous comments from neighbors on the attractive appearance the sturdiness I would not be surprised to see several more go up this summer including one in my backyard .

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Mar 6, 2021
Reviewer name: xineohp
3 out of 5 stars
3 out of 5 stars review

Walls bowing outward horribly

Installed this shed just over a month ago, now both of the walls perpendicular to the two windows are both bowing outwards. These are the only two location in the shed that did not have the "Wall Support Channel". Oversight perhaps by Lifetime, but they provided no additional bracing or support, which causes both of the window-side walls to buckle and bow. (NOTE: nothing is leaning against the walls from the inside the shed that might otherwise cause the buckle/bowing) Spent a lot of hard earned money to buy this shed, would probably had considered alternative's had I known how flimsy the wall are without proper structural bracing and support.

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We are so sorry to hear that your shed is warping. Please email us at reviews@lifetime.com with some pictures of your shed so we can help make this right.

Jul 30, 2018
Reviewer name: Shawn
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Not a good experience, serious concerns about long term durability.

Screws seem very loose after screwing into plastic, nothing seems to line up correctly. Instructions are terrible. I have very serious concerns about this standing up to any kind of wind past 20mph. Bought this because of the good reviews but for the life of me I can't see why it has good reviews. For $2700 I expected this thing to be built like a tank.

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We're sorry you feel this way! We have a few kits available that help improve the wind rating of the shed. Our Customer Service team will be able to identify which kit will work for your shed. You can contact them by phone at 1-800-225-3865, or by email at customercare@lifetime.com. They are open weekdays from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm mountain standard time and Saturdays 9:00 am to 1:00 pm mountain standard time. *aeb

Sep 19, 2020
Reviewer name: dreamernm
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

I do not recommend!

I bought this unit and built a solid foundation for it. The walls were not very stable or secure. If someone wanted to kick it in it could be done. The doors did not fit securely and won’t stay shut. There were many openings to the outside that we used silicone to water proof. I have had it one summer and the walls are starting to bow outwards and the doors won’t secure properly I have to use a screw driver to try to pop into place but it won’t stay. It seems to be warping with the heat and it doesn’t get hotter than 105 where I live and very low humidity we are a dry state for the most part. I am really sad I saved up and invested in this product. It wasn’t cheap. I wish I had gone somewhere else.

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We are very sorry to hear of the issues you are having with your shed. Please email us at reviews@lifetime.com with some pictures as well as your contact information so we can help you resolve your issues.

Feb 26, 2019
Reviewer name: Shawn
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

so much for that 65mph rating

follow up to review previously left . 25-30 mph winds here on Saturday 16 FEB in Springfield MO and she is now in pieces. Screws seem very loose after screwing into plastic, nothing seems to line up correctly. Instructions are terrible. I have very serious concerns about this standing up to any kind of wind past 20mph. Bought this because of the good reviews but for the life of me I can't see why it has good reviews. For $2700 I expected this thing to be built like a tank.

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Oh no! This should not happen, please email me at reviews@lifetime.com and we can get you taken care of!

May 11, 2017
Reviewer name: Rick
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

20/8 storage shed

Great storage shed very happy with this product. I paid to have it assembled. I read other reviews and decided I didn't want to spend a day are so assembling the shed. It took the guy I hired a full day. The shed is very sturdy. Perfect for what I need it for storing the zero turn mower and other yard tools and ladders freeing up my garage for the cars only.

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May 22, 2018
Reviewer name: The Real Estate Guy
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Looks great. Installation is difficult

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We bought in April 2018 the largest shed available. Ordering and delivery were all fine, bu the installation is complicated. Videos are lacking for that size, and manuals need to be made better. It took a full 3 days with a crew of 3. We are happy with the product now, but make sure you have an able professional to install it on a solid base.

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Jul 16, 2024
Reviewer name: James
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Difficult to assemble

This shed is very nice now that it is assembled but it was very difficult to put together. The fit of the parts was terrible. I had to push,pull,pry,pound, and even trim with a saw to get the parts to fit. The Side Gable was particularly a poor fit. It took twice a long as it should have to assemble it. The other thing that I don't like is hot it gets inside on an average summer day. Disappointing for a product this expensive.

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Nov 16, 2023
Reviewer name: The Shed
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Easy installation and great extras.

We bought this about 4 weeks ago. After I built the wood base we started putting it together. It took about two days to complete except for the 42 screws in the floor( I’m saving those for last). Overall the directions were good and watching the video on how to install helped a lot. Overall we love it and very glad we bought it.

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