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Lifetime 12.5' x 8' Outdoor Storage Shed
4.1 out of 5 stars
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197 ratings144 reviews
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Mar 28, 2024
Reviewer name: Armand77
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Overall great product

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been looking for a shed and comparing different materials and styles. This was what I have been looking for. The size is excellent and will hold several of my items for lawn care. I can't wait to take my garage space back! The sturdiness and quality is amazing. The earth tone colors are pleasant and goes well with my house and backyard accessories. The features on the inside to be able to have shelving and hooks to store things is a bonus. Upon installation and assembly of this product this is a task that requires great attention to details to the step by step process. Instructions should be read carefully. It is best to have all items payed out for the step you are working on to make the assembly process easier. There are some parts that need to be more looked into to make assembly easier, specifically the flooring. The floor assembly is where we struggled the most. The interlocking system did not engage easily or properly. We made sure we were assembling correctly and had a leveled foundation. With an update on the flooring this will make assembly go much smoother. Overall, assembly was very manageable and instructions very well written and easy to follow. Excited to use my new shed.

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Apr 6, 2024
Reviewer name: Rachelann02
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Great sturdy shed

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We recently got this shed and love it! I was really drawn to the exterior and the overall style of the shed. It compliments our house so well. I liked the added gable above the door, the details of the windows in the doors, as well as the window (which actually opens to give additional airflow) with cute shutters really give it a lot of personality. The exterior really does have the look and texture of wood, but I'm thrilled I won't be having to paint it every few years. It is not just a basic functional shed, it actually improves the overall look of our yard. This shed is also very functional. It has steel posts in each of the walls and steel rafters so it is very well built and sturdy. We live in an area prone to a lot of wind so I was initially concerned about the durability of the material, but once we built it, I'm confident it'll stand up great. I also really love the attention to storage detail. It comes with two shelves included that span the entire width of one wall, and lots of options on locations on several walls to hang them. There are tons of spaces and kits you can buy for additional shelving if you need. The shelves are reinforced with metal rods and very stable. I also liked the hooks that it comes with that attach the wall perfect for holding lawn tools or extension cords. The double doors open up very wide and we measured and our riding lawn mower will fit with no problem once we get it up and running this season. The doors also have a sturdy locking mechanism and are reinforced with steel so they are very secure. The second door has a pin mechanism to keep it shut, so you only have to open both doors when you need to. The windows on the wall and door both provide plenty of light, but the entire top of the shed is actually translucent skylights so it is very well lit and bright. My husband is also 6'4" tall and can comfortably walk around inside. We have had several spring storms bringing wind, snow, sleet, and rain since we assembled this shed and have had no issues with leaking water whatsoever! We had no problems assembling it, but just be aware it does take time. It took about 10 hours for my husband and I to put it together. I would definitely recommend assembling it on completely level ground. If it was unlevel it would be much more difficult to assemble. The manual was very clear and the directions were easy to follow. The parts were all labeled very well and easy to identify. The manual tells you exactly which parts you need for each step and even the hardware is separated into individual labeled bags for each stage of assembly. Overall, we are very happy with our shed! Not only does it provide a sturdy and secure place to store our outdoor accessories, it adds character and personality to our yard while doing it. It's a really great value!

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Aug 14, 2018
Reviewer name: Teamwork
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

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Well constructed and attractive!

My husband and I teamed up for the project and it was a great learning experience for me!

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Aug 29, 2017
Reviewer name: Pandaboy
2 out of 5 stars
2 out of 5 stars review

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Wishing I'd went a different route

Assembly was going well until I got to the doors, worked hours trying to get to fit to no avail

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reply from LifetimeProducts

We have a great team of shed experts that can help! Give us a call at 800-225-3865 7 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. on Sat. (MST). Or you can check out the Lifetime YouTube channel for instructional videos. We have quite a few on sheds that you might find helpful.

Aug 22, 2017
Reviewer name: MaryC
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

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Great size and holds my furniture

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Jul 31, 2020
Reviewer name: Salgado
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

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Great but hard to assemble

Great shed but hard to put together and we are still having issues with getting the door to shut properly

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Jul 6, 2019
Reviewer name: Andrew
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Missing Parts

Bought this online took 3 weeks to have it delivered only to find that it was missing the floor panels. Called CS only to sit on hold for an hour. Overall not worth the investment

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Oct 22, 2018
Reviewer name: Mramosden
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Instructions suck!

Built this last weekend instruction don't make sense they give you a sentence and a picture. It's better to just figure it out on your own. Shelf's don't line up or make sense. If I didn't throw the boxes away or finish I would return.

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We apologize for the frustration with the instructions on your Lifetime Outdoor Storage Shed. If you are still having problems, please email us at reviews@lifetime.com or call our Shed Experts at 800-225-3865 and we'll do our best to help resolve any questions that you may have. *MKD

Mar 30, 2022
Reviewer name: Mark
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Shed

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Did the installation with another person in under 6 hoiurs. Everything packaged exactly to what you need for each step- came out great.

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Aug 15, 2017
Reviewer name: Gary
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

We put all the pieces together then started to assemble the shed, the corners did not fit to the floor. So we have been unable to complete the construction of the walls to the floor of the shed.

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reply from LifetimeProducts

Have you had the chance to contact our assembly team? We can help walk you through any issues you may be having with assembly. Our number is 800-225-3865 and our business hours are 7 a.m.- 5 p.m. M-F and 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. on Saturday (MST). We also have instructional videos up on our Lifetime YouTube channel that customers find very helpful.