Garage and workshop combination shed with tan siding, brown trim, a brown asphalt roof, a white single entry door with glass, a white window, and a white garage door.

Which Style Storage Shed is Right for You?

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The market is saturated with sheds for sale, both from independent dealers and big-box stores, but not all sheds are built the same. At Raber, we use the highest quality materials and build our sheds ourselves on our property in Montgomery, Indiana. With various styles available, you may be wondering what type of shed you should get. See our list of styles below to help determine which storage building is right for you.

Garden Shed

The traditional Garden Shed is a tried-and-true choice for gardening enthusiasts. These a-frame sheds come with steep-pitch roofs for a classic style that matches your home. In addition to storing gardening tools and yard equipment, a standard Garden Shed can also serve as a potting shed. These structures range in size from 8×10 to 16×40 with rent-to-own and customization options available.

To up your gardening game and have access to homegrown produce all year round, check out our 2-in-1 Pre-Built Greenhouse. These combination storage sheds and greenhouses are perfect for backyards and have dedicated space for gardening supplies.

White shed with black trim, double doors, 2 windows with black shutters, and a black metal roof sitting in a backyard in front of a white fence.

Lofted Garden Shed

The Lofted Garden Shed gives you even more storage space than the standard Garden Shed. As seen in its name, this popular shed style comes with a loft for extra storage and easy organization. Lofted Garden Sheds are perfect for small yards as they use vertical space to fit more items, including those that are long or awkwardly shaped.

Common sizes for these sheds range from 8×12 to 16×40. Standard Lofted Garden Sheds come with 2-inch overhangs, two 18×27 windows with shutters, diamond-plated thresholds, gable vents, and metal roofing.

Lofted Garden Shed with light gray siding, white double doors, 2 windows with black shutters, and a green metal roof sitting in a backyard in front of a white fence.

Classic Studio Shed

Modern and stylish, the Classic Studio Shed is an eye-catching structure with many uses. This shed can be used for storage or as a pool shed, hobby shed, workshop, art studio, home office, and more. Each Classic Studio Shed comes with a 3-foot front overhang, 1-foot side & back overhangs, pre-hung double doors, transom windows, and 28×20 insulated windows.

Popular sizes for this shed style range from 10×12 to 12×40. For home offices, man caves, or she sheds we also recommend checking out our line of cabins which come standard with insulation.

Studio shed with white siding, black trim, 3 transom windows, double doors with glass, and 2 windows.

Storage Building

Simplistic but sturdy, our Storage Building style is a popular choice for storing riding mowers, yard tractors, powersport vehicles, snow blowers, and other large equipment. Standard features include a moisture barrier under metal roofing, a 3-year manufacturer’s warranty, and multiple door options.

Common building sizes for this style range from 8×10 to 16×40. Various colors and custom options are available to match your storage building to your home or other structures.

Storage building with beige siding, brown trim, a brown metal roof, and a white roll-up garage door with a ramp sitting in a fenced-in backyard.

Pocahontas Shed

Classic and stylish, the Pocahontas Shed features a steep roof pitch and a traditional a-frame appearance. These sheds can be used for all types of storage from lawn equipment and gardening supplies to pool accessories and outdoor furniture.

The standard Pocahontas Shed comes with a 4-inch overhang, double Dutch doors, metal roofing, octagon or transom windows, and an 8-foot loft. This style is a great choice if you want your shed to match your home. Common sizes for the Pocahontas Shed range from 8×10 to 16×40. Like other structures at Raber, these sheds have financing and rent-to-own options available for all types of budgets.

Brown urethane stained shed with white trim, a white metal roof, double doors, a white window, and a white vent sitting in a backyard with a pond behind it.

Utility Shed

Utility Sheds are low-maintenance sheds with big storage abilities. This style comes with a 50-year siding warranty and a 40-year roof warranty to boost your shed’s longevity while protecting your investment and storage. Standard Utility Sheds come with double swinging doors, a roof condensation barrier, and a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty.

Popular Utility Shed sizes run from 8×10 to 16×40. These sheds are simple yet very durable while still being affordable. They’re built to last decades and can be matched to other outdoor buildings.

Utility Shed with tan siding, dark brown trim, double doors, and a dark brown vent.

Lofted Gambrel Barn

The Lofted Gambrel Barn is a storage shed with rustic flair and plenty of charm. This barn-style shed features an extra-large loft, gable vents, rust-free fiberglass doors, metal roofing, and key-entry locks. The Lofted Gambrel Barn can be used for a variety of purposes including general storage, a backyard workshop, or secure storage for powersport vehicles.

Popular sizes for this style range from 8×10 to 16×40. Convenient and easily accessible, the Lofted Gambrel Barn comes with customizable options to meet your unique storage needs.

Lofted Gambrel Barn shed with tan siding, white double doors, a white vent, and dark gray metal roofing.

Bargain Barn

One of our smallest storage shed options, the Bargain Barn is a popular pick for customers with small yards or those who need secure, affordable storage for a few items. These inexpensive sheds are available in 8×8, 8×10, and 8×12 sizes and are frequently used to store push mowers, snow blowers, yard tools, and other general storage.

Standard Bargain Barns come with a roof moisture barrier, a 42-inch metal door, metal siding, and metal roofing. With rent-to-own options available, these storage sheds can fit all budgets.

8x10 metal shed with light gray siding and dark gray trim in a backyard.

Economy Storage Shed

The Economy Storage Shed outshines its competition in all ways. These budget-friendly sheds are low in price but high in quality and durability. The standard Economy Storage Shed comes with a roof moisture barrier, a roll-up door, metal siding, and metal roofing. This style shed is perfect for small yards, available in sizes ranging from 8×12 to 12×24.

While the Economy Storage Shed is one of our cheaper options, the materials and craftsmanship used to build it are still top-notch. To make our sheds even more affordable, this style is also part of our no-commitment rent-to-own program. Whether you need temporary storage while moving or permanent backyard storage, the Economy Storage Shed provides secure organization for a low price.

Metal shed with light gray siding, dark gray trim, and a white roll-up garage door.

Garage Shed

A convenient combination of a garage and a storage shed, Raber’s Garage Shed gives you room to park a vehicle alongside space for storage or a workshop. In addition to protecting your vehicle and storage, these sheds come with custom options to match your home and other buildings.

These sheds are popular among our customers and are available in 12×20, 12×24, and 12×30 sizes. The Garage Shed is a sturdy and reliable building that will last you decades. For customers on tighter budgets, our Garage Shed is available as a rent-to-own structure.

Garage and shed combination building with light gray siding, black trim, dark asphalt roofing, a white single entry door, a white window, and a white garage door with a ramp.

Is one of these sheds the perfect match for your property, budget, and storage requirements? Contact us today to get a free estimate or learn more about customization options. At Raber Portable Storage Barns, we’ve worked with countless customers to provide custom buildings based on their unique needs, yard space, and vehicle sizes. Design a custom storage building online with our 3D builder or speak with a member of our team for personalized recommendations and advice. We look forward to talking with you!