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Sheds, Summerhouses and Garden Rooms… What’s the Difference?

15th May 2025

In the world of outdoor living, few things spark more confusion than the humble shed, the charming summerhouse, and the ever-so-stylish garden room. They all sit pretty in the garden, offer extra space, and promise a taste of indoor comfort in an outdoor setting—but what really sets them apart? If you’re wondering which is right for your garden […]

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  • I'm extremely pleased with my new garden shed from Truro Portable Buildings, and also with their treatment of me as a customer. The shed is a first class product, excellent quality, delivered in a short timescale and erected in about two hours. The process of choosing a design was made easy by quickly-answered phone calls, and the honesty of the management was demonstrated when I was stopped from accidentally over-paying! Great team, great product. - S Ellis

  • Really happy with my 10x8 pent shed, good quality and easy to self assemble, all fitted together perfectly. Supplier offered good advice and helpful. Would recommend - P Oliver

  • I’ve had two buildings from Truro Portable buildings.
    From designing and suiting our needs, to a great team erecting the final product.
    Fantastic service, durable buildings, great customer service!
    We would highly recommend Truro Portable Buildings. - P Holland

  • Terrific building and company. I had a 12x8 Sherman built in August, great to be able to remove the old eyesore from the garden and get sorted again. Great build quality, speed of order was fair and the fitters were timely and no stress. Glad I went for the superior shed from Truro Portable Buildings, I would highly recommend. Very pleased - P Ascott