Are you hesitating between a self-build shed and a traditional storage building? At Kroftman, we've been developing and selling three types of affordable storage solutions for 15 years: storage tents, container shelters, and self-build storage buildings. We know better than anyone else what the differences are between a self-build storage building and a traditional storage building. In this blog, you'll learn more about the eight reasons to choose a self-build storage building. Not because we sell them, but to help you make the right choice. If, after reading this blog, you conclude that a traditional storage building is better for you, then Kroftman wasn't the supplier for you either. In this article, we'll delve into the following eight reasons to choose a self-build storage building:

1. A self-build storage building is more affordable than a traditional storage building.
2. A self-build storage building can be erected faster than a traditional storage building.
3. Temporary construction is possible with a self-build storage building.
4. The delivery time for a self-build storage building is shorter than for a traditional storage building.
5. A self-build storage building is more flexible for adjustments afterwards.
6. A self-build storage building is easier to reuse.
7. You can place a self-build storage building without a concrete foundation, whereas a traditional storage building cannot.
8. You can assemble a self-build storage building yourself, which is not possible with a traditional storage building.

1. A self-build storage building is more affordable than a traditional storage building

Self-build storage building are a budget-friendly alternative to traditional (steel) construction. A traditional storage building is made of heavy steel construction. Sometimes it rests on a stone wall and then follows cladding. The roof structure also consists of heavy steel beams with thick cladding. A traditional storage building always sits on a concrete foundation. This is necessary given its weight. A traditional storage building is much more massive than a self-build storage building. Because more material is used, a traditional storage building is often much more expensive to purchase than a self-build storage building. Sometimes twice as expensive. If you only intend to use the storage building for storage, it's highly questionable whether the extra costs for a traditional storage building will give you any additional benefits. If you want to know the cost of our self-build storage buildings, you can fill out our quotation tool completely without obligation. Then, if you also request a quote for a traditional storage building of the same dimensions, you can compare the prices.

2. A self-build storage building can be erected faster than a traditional storage building

A self-build storage building is simpler in construction and therefore quicker to assemble. If we look, for example, at one of our larger storage buildings, the H1030-40, you'll see under the specifications tab what the average assembly time is. In this case, it's nine days for DIY assembly with 4 people for an uninsulated storage building and 10 days for an insulated storage building.

3. Temporary construction is possible with a self-build storage building

A traditional storage building is so heavy that it always has to be placed on a concrete foundation. With self-build storage buildings, it's also possible to place the storage building on any type of hard surface, such as asphalt, bricks, and even crushed stone, using ground pegs. The storage building can then be easily removed without leaving a concrete foundation behind.

5. A self-build storage building is more flexible for adjustments afterwards

A traditional storage building is specifically designed for each customer by an architect. Once the storage building is in place, it's not easy to make adjustments. A standardized self-build storage building has a construction that is already designed for various options that customers can choose from. Think of an extra door, a different location for the door, or extending the storage building lengthwise. Even if the self-build storage building is already assembled, you can still make adjustments afterwards. As Harrie Meeusen, an engineer at Kroftman, says: "with a Kroftman self-build storage building, it's very simple to remove one part and replace it with another."

6. A self-build storage building is easier to reuse

With a self-build storage building, all parts for the storage building are delivered separately. You then assemble these parts yourself. In essence, the storage building is a self-assembly kit, designed to be quickly and easily assembled. This means you can also dismantle the storage building and rebuild it elsewhere. This is not possible with a traditional storage building. Or at least, not as easy as with a self-build storage building. The frame of the self-build storage building can be dismantled and rebuilt elsewhere without any problems. However, we do not advise reusing the sheet metal and screws, as it does not improve the storage building's waterproofing.

8. You can assemble a self-build storage building yourself, which is not possible with a traditional storage building

In general, assembling a storage building yourself also saves costs. This can only be done with a self-build storage building. Self-assembly requires some technical insight. The assembly manual is extensive, with many technical drawings and details that you must be able to read. However, assembling the storage building yourself is often possible. However, expertise and experience are required for assembling the overhead doors. We recommend hiring an experienced installer for this. Especially because electrically operated overhead doors in commercial buildings must be annually inspected for safety. If you want to know about our customers' experiences with self-assembly, you can read this blog.

The eight advantages of a self-build storage building over a traditional storage building are now clear. You may still wonder what a good reason is to choose a traditional storage building. The main reason is customization. While standardized self-build storage buildings have a fixed shape (rectangle), as well as the number of options to choose from, you can have a traditional storage building designed in all shapes and sizes. Would you like to know which options and sizes are possible with Kroftman's self-build storage buildings? Then fill out our quotation tool completely without obligation. If you then want to know whether the storage building you desire fits on your plot, we have also designed a tool for this purpose. Then you'll immediately know whether a rectangular storage building is the best shape for your plot or whether another shape would fit better.

We hope the above information helps you make an informed decision. If you want to know exactly what the storage building of your choice costs, please fill out our quotation tool completely without obligation. When filling out the last question, please enter your postal code so that we can calculate the transport costs for your storage building. From this, you'll receive a quote by email that shows you at a glance what the transport costs are for your storage building. You can create multiple quotes and check different options. This way, you can compare them well.

Do you still have questions? We are happy to help you further.