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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. What sizes do the sheds come in?
5’ wide Yardmate comes as -
5’x3’ (1700L x 1000W x 2000H)
5’x5’ (1700L x 1700W x 2000H)
2. What is the shed made of?
The shed walls and roof panels are made from rigid VINYL which is totally maintenance free. Additives are added to ensure the panels will not warp, bend, peel, crack or yellow under the sun. For strength the roof and wall panels are reinforced by galvanized, metal profiles.
3. What are the advantages of vinyl versus metal?
Vinyl is a durable material that will not rust, rot or dent and never needs painting. It lasts for years. Metal rusts and dents while wood needs repainting and will eventually rot. Vinyl requires no maintenance other than occasional wipe down.
4. What are the colors available?
The sheds come in a neutral color that is best described as ivory or eggshell.
5. Does it come with shelves or hanging hooks?
DuraMax does not offer any shelves. Shelves can be built from the ground up. Items can also be hung from the column supports however care should be taken not to hang too much weight especially in heavy snow areas.
6. If I want to add shelves what is the best approach?
Depending on the weight you want to place on the shelves, you can either place the shelves on screws mounted straight into the metal columns or for heavier loads you can build the shelves up from the floor of the shed.
7. Where are the sheds delivered to? Can they be sent to my home?
The sheds can be delivered to your door. Prices are listed under the relevant sheds for the major cities. If you live outside the metro areas, please give us a call on 1300 797 555 to confirm the exact delivery cost to your door. From February 2011, our freight supplier has announced that there will be a seperate charge for delivery to your door. These charges apply unless you are picking up from your nearest Mainfreight depot.
8. Do we assemble the sheds?
No, this is a homeowners kit, the shed arrives at your home ready to be assembled by you. The instructions are geared towards an average homeowner.
9. Can I paint the shed?
We do not recommend painting the shed. If you insist you should use paint made specifically for PVC. However, paint will require future maintenance and eliminate the advantages of our durable and maintenance-free vinyl.
10. Can I tear down the shed and build it again?
You can tear down the shed and build again. You would need additional plugs, pins, and washers.
11. What Do I build the shed on?
You need a level flat surface on which you can build the shed.
12. Do any of the sheds come with a complete floor?
Yes, our 5’ Yardmate series comes with a complete floor that can sit on most surfaces including grass or soil, as long as the floor is relatively level. The floor thickness is 36mm.
13. Can I build the shed on an existing concrete pad?
Yes, you can build the shed on an existing concrete pad provided it’s level.
14. Do you have a warranty? How Long?
We have a 15 Year Limited Warranty against manufacturing defects. While the shed will not pit, corrode or yellow, the color may shift slightly based on the intensity of the sun in your area. All parts are covered by our warranty and any defects will be replaced promptly.
15. How long does it take to assemble?
Assembly varies depending on the size of the shed and the number of extension kits added. Allow 1 to 2 hours for the 00911 Yardmate 5' x 3' shed.
16. Does the shed leak?
The shed will not leak, but after installing the roof you will need to apply silicone along the running edges of the roof ridge caps and around the washers on the roof plugs. To avoid seepage around the bottom of the shed, apply silicone to the outside or inside of the “U” channel that runs along the bottom of the shed.
17. Can the shed be locked?
Yes, the Shed does have a provision for padlocks to be fitted. However, the padlocks are not supllied with the shed. 18. What is the wind rating on the Vinyl Sheds?
Our sheds are wind rated to 185km/hr.
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