How to felt a shed roof?

Whether you want to felt a new shed roof or you’re re-felting your existing shed roof, it’s simple when you know how. Read our quick guide to see how easy it is. Remove any existing fascia boards Remove the fascia boards and the old felt if you’re re-felting. Measure the shed roof Measure the roof, taking into account that you should leave around 50mm for overlaps at the eaves and 75mm at the gable ends. You’ll probably need 3 pieces of felt, but some smaller sheds only need 2. Apply felt to the roof Once you’ve cut the felt to size, apply the each piece to the roof, pulling it tight. Then nail along the length of the roof at 100mm intervals. For nails at the bottom edge, they can be wider – around 300mm. If you’re adding a piece of felt in the middle of the shed along the apex, fix it using adhesive, then nail it at the lower edge at 50mm intervals. Tidy up the overhangs Fold down the felt at each overhang and nail it securely. Cut a slit in the overhang at the apex using a pen knife, then fold that down and nail at 100mm intervals along the gable. If you like, you can add fascia boards to keep the shed looking neat. Use wood nails to secure them and then trim away any excess felt. That’s it. It sounds scary, but it won’t take you long to felt your shed roof as long as you follow instructions carefully.

Garden Sheds in Isle Of Arran

Compare Garden Sheds Prices in Isle Of Arran

Garden Sheds in Isle Of Arran

Garden sheds are a significant component of any practical garden space. They can offer storage for heavy garden tools, as well as for other tools. A generous shed could provide enough space for plant potting or a general workshop. Additionally, a big shed could be utilised as an indoor sitting area. Garden sheds are available in a huge variety of sizes and can be specified to your precise needs, providing you total control over the amount and position of windows, type, size and location of door, and design of roof. Garden sheds typically are available in one of three materials. Wooden sheds are the classic style and can be integrated well into any garden creating a natural look, especially if the wood used for the shed is matched to adjacent fences. Wooden sheds are still extremely popular, although they will need maintenance by retreating or staining the wood to preserve the lifespan of the shed. Garden sheds are also constructed from metal, which is very durable and therefore ideal for storage of tools and other equipment. Metal sheds also require almost no maintenance. The final material for garden sheds is plastic, which in modern examples is much more resilient than might be expected. When considering a garden shed, it's important to make sure that you pick one that will fit in your garden space. Garden sheds will need to be located on a flat area, and will need a base to be built as a foundation. This base could be produced from either concrete, paving, gravel or a floating timber base, but will need to be the right size for your shed and able to support the weight of your shed when loaded.

Average Garden shed cost in Isle Of Arran

The typical cost of Garden shed is £600. Costs vary based on the materials and the organisation selected. The upper price range can be as high as £690. The material costs are typically around £150

Average price per Garden shed job in 2026

Avg. price low	Avg. price low £450
Avg. price	Avg. price £600
Avg. price high	Avg. price high £690

£800

£600

£400

£200

£0

Prices based on actual Garden shed costs for Isle Of Arran, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Garden shed installation cost in Isle Of Arran 2026

	Labour cost	£420
	Material cost	£150
	Waste removal	£30

Time frame: 1-2 days

Garden shed on Google in Isle Of Arran

Choose an area

Isle Of Arran Nearby towns

Google searches that showed Local Quotes, 19 July to 16 October 2026

2,522

Searches that showed one of our pages for Isle Of Arran, all services

Source: Google Search Console, the number of times our pages appeared in Google search results. It counts searches that showed the page, not quote requests.

Garden shed searches near Isle Of Arran, 19 July to 16 October 2026

17

Searches that showed our page for Kilwinning

13

Searches that showed our page for Newmilns

Garden shed near you

Choose locations

Towns and Cities near Isle Of Arran Other locations within Scotland

Isle Of Arran

Arran is an island off the shore of Scotland, in the UK. It is the biggest island in the Firth of Clyde and also the seventh largest Scottish island, at 432 square kilometres (167 sq mi). Historically part of Buteshire, it remains in the unitary council location of North Ayrshire. In the 2011 demographics it had a resident populace of 4,629. Though culturally and physically comparable to the Hebrides, it is divided from them by the Kintyre peninsula. Frequently referred to as "Scotland in Miniature", the island is split into highland and lowland locations by the Highland Border Mistake as well as has actually been referred to as a "geologist's heaven". Arran has actually been continuously populated considering that the very early Neolithic duration. Countless primitive remains have been discovered. From the sixth century onwards, Goidelic-speaking peoples from Ireland colonised it and also it ended up being a centre of religious task. In the distressed Viking Age, Arran came to be the property of the Norwegian crown, until formally taken in by the kingdom of Scotland in the 13th century. The 19th-century "clearances" brought about considerable depopulation as well as completion of the Gaelic language as well as way of life. The economic climate as well as population have actually recovered in the last few years, the main industry being tourist. There is a diversity of wildlife, consisting of three types of tree native to the area. The island includes miles of seaside pathways, various hills and hills, forested areas, rivers, small lochs as well as coastlines. Its major coastlines go to Brodick, Whiting Bay, Kildonan, Sannox and Blackwaterfoot.

Looking for Garden shed in Isle Of Arran?

Get free quotes from local carpenters

Get free quotes

Local & reliable carpenters near me

Tell us about your garden shed project

Answer a few quick questions, so we can match you with local carpenters who can help.

Find up to 4 carpenters in Isle Of Arran

Get free, no-obligation local garden shed quotes from 4 verified carpenters working in Isle Of Arran.

Hire with confidence

Compare customer reviews, services and prices, and choose the right tradesperson for you.

Our reviews

Average

I was surprised as to the fast cont ...

I was surprised as to the fast contacts made. I haven’t accepted Surbitons quote as yet because I have one more person to see who has been recommended to me

Good review

WE got the job done

FAQs

Who makes the best garden sheds? While you think there might be a straightforward answer, who makes the best shed for you depends on what you need it for, how much space you have and more. We’ll help you find out who makes the best garden shed for you. What to look for in a garden shed Before you fork out for a new shed, consider:

What you need the shed for
How much space you have
How big you need the shed to be
Which style of roof you want
What material you would like
How big your budget is

Once you know the answer to these questions, you can take a look at some of the best brands of garden shed. Shed-Plus Champion Shed-Plus Champion heavy duty sheds are robust wooden garden sheds that have fully ledged and braced doors and integral ‘lock and key’ locking system. They come with a 15-year anti-rot warranty, so should last you a long time; they’re made from 12mm tongue and groove panels which helps to keep them strong and secure for years to come. Our top pick: 8′ x 6′ Heavy Duty Apex Single Door Shed

Hand-crafted from Nordic White Spruce
Felt roof reinforced with high-grade polyester
Tongue and groove cladding makes it more weatherproof so ideal for items that must be kept dry

Forest Garden Forest Garden makes a range of wooden sheds to suit any outdoor space. They offer overlap sheds, which are the cheapest option, shiplap sheds which are tongue and groove, and premium tongue and groove sheds. You’ll be able to find something to suit your budget and your needs. Our top pick: Overlap Pressure Treated 6×4 Pent Shed

High eaves for more head height and to store taller items
Pent roof and fixed windows allow lots of light
Ideal for putting up against a wall or fence
Door can be hinged either side

BillyOh BillyOh sheds are affordable wooden sheds that come in lots of shapes and sizes, so you’re bound to find one to suit your garden. They offer wooden floors as an optional extra as well as lots of other things so you can create a bespoke shed that will work best for you. Our top pick: Master Tall Store

Ideal for small gardens or those with fewer tools to store
Apex roof for water runoff
Tongue and groove walls
Tall floor-to-gable door

Try to put your shed in open space, away from trees, bushes and other buildings. This will help to protect it from falling branches and sap. It will also mean that you can access all sides of the shed for repair and maintenance purposes. Make sure you take a look at garden shed planning rules before you pick a final spot for your shed.

Yes, it is possible to insulate a shed. You might want to do this if you’re planning on working in it during the winter. A professional will be able to help you find an insulated shed or advise you on how to insulate a shed that you already have. Always seek professional advise first before attempting to do this yourself!

Whether you want to felt a new shed roof or you’re re-felting your existing shed roof, it’s simple when you know how. Read our quick guide to see how easy it is.

Remove any existing fascia boards Remove the fascia boards and the old felt if you’re re-felting.
Measure the shed roof Measure the roof, taking into account that you should leave around 50mm for overlaps at the eaves and 75mm at the gable ends. You’ll probably need 3 pieces of felt, but some smaller sheds only need 2.
Apply felt to the roof Once you’ve cut the felt to size, apply the each piece to the roof, pulling it tight. Then nail along the length of the roof at 100mm intervals. For nails at the bottom edge, they can be wider – around 300mm. If you’re adding a piece of felt in the middle of the shed along the apex, fix it using adhesive, then nail it at the lower edge at 50mm intervals.
Tidy up the overhangs Fold down the felt at each overhang and nail it securely. Cut a slit in the overhang at the apex using a pen knife, then fold that down and nail at 100mm intervals along the gable. If you like, you can add fascia boards to keep the shed looking neat. Use wood nails to secure them and then trim away any excess felt.

That’s it. It sounds scary, but it won’t take you long to felt your shed roof as long as you follow instructions carefully.

Other Top Projects in Isle Of Arran

Customer Reviews

Overall rating:

Isle Of Arran Garden shed pros are rated 4.6 out of 5 on average: 4 rated pros, 145 reviews, of 7 pros covering the area.

The LeadsDoWork rating and review is an overall rating based on verified reviews and feedback from the customers with Garden shed projects that have been connected with Garden shed pros to help them. All Garden shed contractors All Isle Of Arran Garden shed contractors

Need more help?

Lawn care, shrub pruning, and shed maintenance in Bolton Published: 07/12/2024 Garden maintenance in Lostock, Bolton, including lawn care, weed clearance, shrub pruning, tree work, planting, and pond installation. Perfect for a small detached home garden. Read this article

Urgent re felting of a sloped shed roof in Fakenham Published: 04/12/2024 Professional re-felting of a sloped shed roof in Fakenham to stop water leakage and restore weatherproofing. Read this article

Safe removal of an asbestos garden shed in Galashiels Published: 02/12/2024 Expert removal and disposal of a small asbestos garden shed in Galashiels, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. Read this article

Are you a carpenter in Isle Of Arran?

We can help you get more garden shed work with our qualified job leads and boost your business.

Join today