In short: This wooden outbuilding has a long ventilated wall of horizontal boards with gaps, a single-slope roof and a dark brown wood finish. Behind the ventilated wall there is a deep shelter suited to firewood or machinery, and beside it an enclosed storage shed with a plank door and a small window. The size, finishing and equipment are agreed with each customer individually.
The building from the side: a rhythm of boards along its whole length
This photo shows the building from the side and slightly from the rear, so its longest wall is visible. It consists of several sections separated by vertical posts. In each section the horizontal boards are fixed with small gaps, so the wall resembles a big wooden blind. The upper part of the wall, right under the roof, is clad tightly, without gaps.
This solution joins two qualities. From a distance the wall looks solid and neat, almost like an ordinary wooden facade. But air moves freely through the gaps, so firewood or machinery kept behind the wall is well ventilated. On the foggy morning when the photo was taken, the light comes through the gaps in narrow strips.
The boards are laid in even horizontal rows, and the posts that separate the sections create a vertical rhythm that breaks the long wall into several parts. Because of this, even a long building does not look monotonous.
The roof is a single-slope roof with a wide overhang. Its edge is clad with dark brown sheet metal, and under the overhang at the front the rafter ends are visible. A television antenna is fixed to the roof. All the wood is coated in dark brown, through which the pattern of the grain is clearly visible. A continuous bottom board runs around the base of the building, so the wall does not end in gaps right at the ground and less grass and snow gets inside.
On the left, at the front of the building, you can see the enclosed storage shed with a plank door and a small window, and the corner of the shelter is held up by a post on a metal base with a diagonal brace. Behind the building stands an old dark log cabin with white window trim, and farther on pines and a meadow. On the right the garden is bounded by a dark fence of horizontal boards, with large stones laid out along it. The horizontal boards of the fence echo the rhythm of the outbuilding wall, so the two elements look matched.
What the photo shows
This summary helps you quickly understand which solutions were used in the typical example.
| Feature | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Ventilated board wall | Yes, along the whole side |
| Vertical posts dividing the sections | Yes |
| Single-slope roof with a wide overhang | Yes |
| Enclosed storage shed with a small window | Yes, at the front |
| Post on a metal base | Yes |
| Dark brown wood coating | Yes |
Why a wooden outbuilding with a ventilated wall
Many things kept in an outbuilding fear dampness more than cold. Firewood without ventilation gets moldy, boards and planks begin to darken, and machinery rusts. In an enclosed building without windows, dampness lingers for a long time after rainy days. A ventilated wall solves this problem simply: air moves constantly, but most of the rain and snow does not get inside.
A building like this is especially suitable for:
- Firewood. Firewood dries faster and more evenly, because air moves from several sides.
- Boards and sawn timber. They can be stacked to dry under a roof.
- Garden machinery and trailers. Wet equipment dries quickly.
- Vegetable garden produce. Onions, garlic or herbs can dry in a well-ventilated place under a roof.
The enclosed storage shed next to it lets you separate the things that need a dry room. Tools, fertilizer, garden furniture cushions or electrical appliances are kept there, and firewood and machinery in the ventilated shelter.
A wooden outbuilding has one more advantage: it is easy to adapt. Hooks, shelves or holders are easy to fix to wooden posts and walls, and if needed a partition or an extra shelf for firewood can be built in the shelter. In a metal or brick structure such changes are more complicated.
A new structure beside old buildings
The photo shows well how a new outbuilding can blend into a farmstead where old structures already stand. In the background there is a dark log cabin, and the wood of the new building is painted a similar dark brown tone. Because of this the yard does not look patchy: the old and the new buildings form a single whole.
At the same time the new building does not imitate the old one. The single-slope roof, the straight boards and the clear rhythm of the sections give it a contemporary character. A combination like this, an old form beside a new one but of a similar color, often looks better than trying to copy the old architecture exactly. The new building does not try to compete with the old one but complements it.
When planning a new structure on a farmstead, it is worth looking at the existing buildings: their colors, roof shapes and materials. The shade of the wood can be chosen so that the new building matches the old logs, the fence or the facade of the house.
Scale matters too. The new building in the photo is long but low, so it does not overwhelm the old log cabin or block the view of the pine forest. The single-slope roof, sloping down to one side, lowers the height of the building even more when seen from the garden.
Where to build it and which way to face it
A ventilated wall works best when the wind reaches it, but not every spot on the plot calls for that. If the wall faces the prevailing winds, firewood dries faster, but in a strong blizzard a little snow may get in through the gaps. If the wall faces a sheltered side, less precipitation gets inside, but ventilation is slower. Which side to choose is worth discussing with your plot in mind. Sometimes two walls are made ventilated and sometimes one is enough; the decision depends on how much firewood you will keep and how quickly it needs to dry.
In the photo the building stands on the lawn, at the edge of the plot, along the fence. Enough room has been left between the wall of the building and the fence to walk through, so the wall is easy to inspect and maintain. In front of the open side of the shelter the lawn stays free, and it is convenient to drive across it. A round well cover can also be seen next to the building. When planning the spot, it is important that such installations stay accessible and are not built over.
What to discuss before ordering
Laukbaldis shows only typical examples, so the size and layout of the outbuilding are agreed according to your needs. To make the conversation useful, think in advance about:
- The purpose. What will be kept in the ventilated part and what in the enclosed storage shed.
- The amount of firewood. If you heat a stove or a sauna, think about how much firewood you use per year, because the length of the building depends on it.
- The position of the ventilated wall. Which side of the building will have gaps and which will be tight.
- The door and the small window. Plank doors with forged hardware or another kind, what size the small window should be and where it will be.
- The paperwork. Before building it is useful to ask your municipality what documents your plot requires.
If you have a plan of your plot or photos with the existing buildings, get them ready in advance. This will help you choose the color and the place so that the new building matches the farmstead.
Care and ordering
Every spring inspect the coating of the wood, especially the bottom boards and the bottoms of the posts. If you notice that the coating has turned pale or the surface has become rough, renew it with an exterior wood product of the same color. Cobwebs and dust can collect in the gaps between the boards, so sweep them out now and then with a broom. Keep the grass along the wall short so that the bottom boards dry quickly.
Do not stack firewood directly on the ground but on a raised base or pallets, and leave a small gap between the firewood and the ventilated wall. That way air moves freely around the firewood, and the boards do not touch damp wood. In autumn remove leaves from the single-slope roof, and in winter do not let a thick layer of snow build up.
The same structure from other angles is shown by the woodshed with a storage shed No. 11 and the wooden storage shed with an open shelter. A different outbuilding solution is shown by the wooden storage shed block No. 6. You will find all the examples in the section wooden storage sheds, garages and shelters, and saunas and summerhouses will also suit a farmstead.
UAB “Laukbaldis” has worked since 1996 and makes wooden yard structures, saunas, gazebos and oak outdoor furniture. Call +370 687 25388 and mention that you are interested in the wooden outbuilding with a ventilated wall from the category “Storage sheds, garages and shelters”. During the call you will discuss the size of the building, the position of the ventilated wall, the storage shed and the color of the finish. Only typical examples are shown on the website, so the building is made to fit your farmstead.
Frequently asked questions
What are the gaps between the boards for?
Air constantly moves through the gaps, so firewood, timber or machinery dry quickly. At the same time the boards hold back most of the rain and snow.
Does rain not get in through the gaps?
Most of the rain is stopped by the boards and the wide roof overhang. In strong slanting rain or a blizzard a little precipitation may get in, so the direction of the wall is worth discussing for your plot.
Does the building have an enclosed room?
Yes, at the front of the building there is a storage shed with a plank door and a small window. Tools and items that need a dry room can be kept in it.
Can I choose a different color of wood?
Yes, dark brown is only one option. It is worth matching the color to the other buildings on the farmstead and the fence.
How do I look after a ventilated board wall?
Every year inspect the coating and recoat the places that have turned pale. Now and then clear the gaps between the boards of cobwebs and dust.
How do I order this outbuilding?
Call us and mention the wooden outbuilding with a ventilated wall from the storage sheds category. We will discuss the size, the storage shed and the color.
