Pent Sheds
Characterised by their modern, single-sloping roof, our pent sheds are the perfect space-saving solution for contemporary gardens or for tucking neatly against a wall or fence.
A pent shed is a favourite for the modern gardener, offering a sleek, understated profile that doesn't dominate the horizon of your outdoor space. The "mono-pitch" design is highly practical, allowing you to direct rainwater run-off away from your house or boundaries, which helps preserve the lifespan of the timber. Inside, the high front wall provides extra vertical space for taller equipment or high-level shelving, making every square inch of your garden storage work harder for you.
The primary advantage of a pent shed is its height profile. Because the roof slopes in one direction, it is generally lower than an apex shed, making it easier to place under overhanging trees or against a boundary fence. It also allows you to direct all rainwater to a single gutter or water butt, which is ideal for eco-friendly garden irrigation.
While a pent shed is designed to sit close to boundaries, we recommend leaving a gap of at least 12-18 inches. This ensures there is enough airflow to prevent damp from building up against the timber and gives you enough room to apply wood preservative or paint to the back panels during your annual maintenance.
Most pent sheds are designed so the roof slopes from the front (the door side) down to the back. This ensures that rainwater runs off behind the shed, keeping the entrance clear of drips. However, depending on your garden layout and where you want to collect water, some models offer the flexibility to have the slope fall towards the front or side.
While an apex shed has the most height in the very centre, a pent shed offers more consistent "standing room" along the highest wall (usually the front). This makes them excellent for use with workbenches or as a small potting shed, as you have plenty of vertical clearance exactly where you are most likely to be standing and working.
Yes, pent sheds are often favoured for contemporary garden designs. Their clean, architectural lines and "lean-to" style fit perfectly with modern landscaping, grey-toned fences, and minimalist outdoor furniture. If you want a garden shed that feels like a subtle extension of your home, a pent design is usually the best choice.
You can find pent sheds in timber, metal, and plastic. Timber pent sheds offer a natural look that can be painted to match your garden theme. Metal pent sheds are prized for their security and low-maintenance fire resistance, while plastic or resin pent sheds (such as Keter models) provide a durable, rust-proof solution that is incredibly easy to assemble and keep clean.