Duratuf Kaipara Lifestyle Shed

Customisation & Layout Flexibility

The Duratuf Rural Kaipara v2 Lifestyle Shed offers a wide range of configuration options so you can tailor it to your site, storage needs, and preferred look.

• Choose between Zincalume or coloured steel and select from an extensive colour palette for the walls, roof, and door to match nearby buildings or create a standout feature.
• Add fixed or opening windows (in various quantities) to bring in natural light and airflow where you need it most.
• Include a pedestrian access (PA) door for convenient walk-in entry, separate from the main roller door.
• Improve internal comfort and visibility with optional clear roof panels.
• Select from timber or plywood floor options, or configure the shed to sit on your own concrete or timber base, including raised floor modifications to help manage water.
• Enhance performance for specific environments with Very High Wind Zone and Coastal Upgrade kits.

The full timber frame structure makes it straightforward to further personalise the interior with shelving, hooks, and wall linings to create a highly functional storage or workshop space.

Optional Accessories & Upgrades

Customise the Duratuf Rural Kaipara v2 Lifestyle Shed with a comprehensive range of add-ons to improve access, strength, comfort, and usability.

• Zincalume or Coloured Cladding
  Choose classic Zincalume or a coloured finish to match your home and surroundings.
• Wall & Roof Colour Options
  Wide range of colour choices, including Lichen, Ironsand, Karaka, Ebony, Titania, Permanent Green, New Denim Blue, Slate, Thunder Grey, Gull Grey, Sandstone Grey, Grey Friars, Mist Green, Windsor Grey, Desert Sand, Nightfall, and Cloud, so you can coordinate your shed with nearby buildings.
• Door Colour Options
  Match or contrast the roller door with your walls and roof using the same wide colour palette for a cohesive or feature look.
• Wooden Floor Options
  Select from Timber Floor or Plywood Floor options to create a solid walking and storage surface inside the shed.
• 2400mm Roller Door Treadplate
  Add a treadplate at the roller door opening to protect the threshold and provide a smoother transition for wheeled equipment.
• Ground Fastening Kits (2 Packs)
  Choose a Peg Down Kit or Bolt Down Kit to securely anchor your shed to the ground or concrete base for improved stability.
• Lifestyle Fixed Windows
  Options for 1x, 2x, or 3x fixed windows to bring natural light into the shed while keeping it secure.
• Lifestyle Opening Windows
  Options for 1x, 2x, or 3x opening windows to add both light and ventilation, improving comfort when working inside.
• Pedestrian Access (PA) Door
  Add a PA door for quick walk-in access without needing to open the roller door, ideal for frequent everyday use.
• PA Door Treadplate
  Protect the entry and improve footing at the PA door with a dedicated treadplate.
• Clear Roof Panel
  Introduce extra natural daylight into the shed to reduce reliance on artificial lighting during the day.
• Electric Roller Door Opener + 2 Remotes
  Upgrade to powered roller door operation for convenient, push-button access.
• Lifestyle Downpipe Cover
  Neaten and protect the downpipe area for a tidier overall finish.
• Shed Alarm MA20
  Add an extra layer of security to help deter theft and protect valuable equipment.
• Heavy Duty Workbench
  Create a dedicated work area inside the shed for projects, repairs, or potting tasks.
• Very High Wind Zone Kit
  Upgrade the shed for very high wind areas to improve performance in exposed locations.
• Coastal Upgrade
  Enhance suitability for coastal environments where additional protection from harsh conditions is required.

These sheds are designed to be DIY projects, however we also offer a full install service at fixed prices should you prefer someone else to do this for you. Typically a shed of this size would take one of the installers we use one day. See shed options for pricing.

DIY Build & Assembly

The Duratuf Rural Kaipara v2 Lifestyle Shed is supplied as a kit with precut timber framing and pre-formed steel components, making it straightforward for experienced DIYers or builders. The shed must be constructed in accordance with the building code. Assembly involves nailing together the timber frame, fixing steel wall and roof sheets, attaching flashings and door tracks, hanging the pre-made roller door, and securing the shed to a suitable concrete base using a bolt down kit if required. Allow a couple of days of work for two to three people.

DIY Difficulty Rating

• Suitable for builders or people with solid building/DIY experience.
• Two to three-person job.
• Estimated build time: a couple of days.

Tools Required

• Power drill
• Drill bits 3.5mm and 10mm
• Square, slotted and Phillips driver bit
• Hex drive 5/16
• Riveter (free Duratuf riveter supplied in kit)
• Hammer
• Nail punch
• Tape measure
• Ladder
• Adjustable spanners x 2
• String line / length of string
• Level
• Hand saw
• Caulking gun
• Tin snips
• Flat file
• Wrench
• Masonry drill and 10mm masonry bit (for Bolt Down Kit only)
• Utility knife

Assembly Instructions

The latest installation instructions can be supplied by the retailer or manufacturer. Please refer to the most recent Kaipara shed manuals when you are ready to build.