In short: Carport with a storage shed No. 1 is a wooden yard structure with an enclosed storage shed in the middle and, on both sides of it, open bays for cars under the same hip roof. This solution lets you protect the car from the weather and neatly store tools or tires in one place. The size, finishing and equipment are agreed with each customer individually.
One roof, two purposes
The photo shows a structure built in a paved yard in a neighborhood of new houses. The first thing that catches the eye is the large hip roof, which covers not only the storage shed but also the space on both sides of it. The roof is covered with dark gray bitumen shingles, and its ridge and hip edges are covered with round ridge caps. The edge of the roof is framed by gray bargeboards, so the dark covering and the light wood do not look thrown together at random.
In the middle stands an enclosed storage shed. Its walls are clad with horizontal boards coated in a warm honey shade. In the corners and by the door you can see gray trim strips, which repeat the color of the bargeboards and neatly cover the ends of the boards. In the front wall there is a dark gray door with horizontal grooves, a handle and a lock.
On both sides of the shed the roof is held up by thick wooden posts. Diagonal braces are fixed to them, which strengthen the structure and at the same time create the characteristic silhouette of wooden architecture. On the left you can see the whole open carport part, and on the right the posts are lined up along the fence. The space under the roof stays open, so you can drive in without opening a gate.
The photo was taken on a sunny spring day, when the yard was still being put in order: you can see young arborvitae, loosened soil and stacked paving stones. This is a real site and not a visualization, so you can judge how such a structure looks next to brick houses.
What the photo shows
A short summary will help you quickly understand which solutions were used in this typical example.
| Feature | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Hip roof with bitumen shingles | Yes, dark gray covering |
| Enclosed storage shed | Yes, in the middle of the structure |
| Open carport bays | Yes, on both sides of the shed |
| Horizontal wooden wall boards | Yes |
| Gray trim strips on corners and door | Yes |
| Door with a handle and a lock | Yes, dark gray |
| Posts with diagonal braces | Yes |
| Windows in the storage shed | Not visible |
A carport with a storage shed: who it is useful for
Many yards face the same problem: the car stands under the open sky, while bicycles, the lawn mower, winter tires and garden tools take up space in the basement or the hallway of the house. When the carport and the storage shed are combined under one roof, both questions are solved with a single structure. You need one foundation solution, one roof and one place in the yard.
A carport protects the car from rain, snow, hail and the summer sun. In winter you do not have to clear snow from the roof and windows in the morning, and on a hot day the interior under the roof heats up less. In autumn leaves and tree seeds do not fall on the car, which over time can leave marks on the paint.
The storage shed in the middle has a practical advantage as well: it is right next to the car. You can take tires, a snow brush, windshield washer fluid or a child car seat without carrying them across the whole yard. It is just as convenient to wheel out a lawn mower or a bicycle, and the paving under the roof stays dry even when it rains.
A structure like this suits:
- yards of private houses that have no garage;
- farmsteads that need room for both a car and farm equipment;
- families with two cars, because the roof covers a bay on both sides of the shed;
- those who want an enclosed storage shed but do not want to build a massive brick garage.
An open carport or an enclosed garage
When choosing what to build in the yard, people often hesitate between an open carport and an enclosed garage. An open carport is well ventilated: after rain or driving through snow the car dries quickly, and no dampness builds up under the roof. There is also no need for a gate, so you can drive in and out quickly without stopping.
A wooden carport looks lighter and goes better with a garden than a closed box. The photo shows well that even a large roof does not overwhelm the yard, because you can see space and light beneath it. The wooden posts and braces give the structure a coziness that standard garages often lack.
The need for an enclosed space is met here by the storage shed. In it you can keep what you want to lock away: tools, machinery, bicycles or seasonal items. So a structure like this combines the advantages of both solutions.
How the structure looks from the street matters too. An enclosed garage with large doors often becomes the dominant element of the yard, while a carport with a storage shed stays light and open. The photo shows that the yard, the fence and the neighboring houses can be seen through the sides of the carport, so the structure does not close off the space or create a dark corner.
The door, walls and finishing details
The door of the storage shed is dark gray with horizontal grooves, so its pattern repeats the direction of the horizontal wall boards. The door is set in a gray-painted frame, and the trim strip beside it, running from the roof to the ground, visually separates the door from the wooden wall. Dark metal and warm wood create a contrast that gives the structure a neat, modern look.
Horizontal boards were chosen not only for looks. When boards are laid horizontally, rainwater runs quickly down their surface and does not linger. The large roof overhangs additionally protect the walls from slanting rain, so the facade stays dry for longer.
All of these details, the color of the door, the shade of the trim strips and the stain of the boards, are solutions of this typical example. If your house has brown window frames or a lighter facade, the colors can be chosen so that the carport looks like a natural part of the yard.
What to discuss when ordering
Laukbaldis shows only typical examples, so the photo is a starting point and not a final drawing. Before the call it is worth thinking about a few things:
- How many cars will be parked. The length of the roof depends on this, and so does whether the carport is on one side or on both sides of the storage shed.
- What will be kept in the storage shed. Bicycles, a lawn mower or garden machinery need a different size and different doors than shelves with tools.
- The position and type of the door. In the photo the door is in the front wall, but its position can be adapted to your yard and driveway.
- The colors. The shade of the boards, the trim strips and the roof covering are worth matching to the facade of the house.
- The foundation. In the photo the structure stands on a paved surface. What it will stand on in your yard is best discussed in advance.
It will also help to compare other works from the same category: the carport with a storage shed No. 9, the carport for several cars No. 10 and the canopy with a storage shed and a terrace No. 8. You will find all the examples in the section wooden storage sheds, garages and shelters, and for a place to relax in the yard, in the section wooden gazebos.
Care and the place in the yard
Wood standing outdoors is affected most by dampness and the sun. In spring walk around the structure and inspect the walls, especially the south side and the bottom boards that are closest to the ground. If the coating has turned pale, the surface has become rough and water no longer beads up, it is time to renew it with a product meant for exterior wood.
It is worth inspecting the bottoms of the posts more closely, because moisture and snow linger longest there. In winter do not let a thick layer of snow build up on the roof, and do not push snow cleared from the paving against the walls. In autumn remove the leaves from the roof and around the posts.
When choosing a place, a convenient driveway matters: the car needs room to turn, and the open side of the carport should face the entrance to the yard. In the photo the structure is built along the fence, so the larger part of the yard stays free. Before building it is useful to ask your municipality what paperwork is needed on your plot.
How to order carport No. 1
UAB “Laukbaldis” has worked since 1996 and makes not only storage sheds and carports but also gazebos, saunas, summerhouses and oak outdoor furniture. The company is based in Dapkiškių village, Tauragės district.
Call +370 687 25388 and quote No. 1, so it is immediately clear which structure you mean. During the call you will discuss how many cars need to fit under the roof, what size of storage shed you need, where the door will be and what colors will go with your house. If you have a plan of your plot or photos of the yard, get them ready in advance.
Only typical examples are shown on the website, so do not hesitate to ask about changes: a longer carport, a wider door or a different roof color. The structure is made according to the agreed solutions so that it suits your yard exactly.
Frequently asked questions
How many cars fit under this carport?
In the photo open bays can be seen on both sides of the storage shed. The exact number of cars depends on the size of the structure, which is agreed individually. During the call say how many cars need to fit, and the carport will be planned accordingly.
Can the storage shed be locked?
In the photo the door of the storage shed has a handle and a lock. The type and size of the door can be discussed when you order, depending on what you will keep inside.
Can the carport be on only one side of the storage shed?
Yes, the photo shows only a typical example. The layout of the carport and the storage shed is adapted to your yard and the number of cars.
What roof covering is seen in the photo?
The hip roof is covered with dark gray bitumen shingles, and the ridge and hip edges are finished with round ridge caps. The color of the covering can be matched to the roof of the house.
How do I look after a wooden carport?
Every spring inspect the walls and the bottoms of the posts, where moisture lingers longest. If you notice pale or rough wood, renew the protective coating, and in winter do not let a thick layer of snow build up on the roof.
How do I order this carport?
Call us and quote product number 1. We will discuss the number of cars, the size of the storage shed, the door, the colors and the place in your yard.
