Duratuf Waimate Lifestyle Shed

Customise Your Waimate Lifestyle Shed

The Duratuf Estate Waimate Lifestyle Shed is highly configurable so you can tailor it to your site, climate and how you like to store or work.

• Cladding & Roof Finish: Choose between plain Zincalume or a wide range of modern coloursteel options for the walls and roof.
• Door Colour: Coordinate or contrast the roller door colour with the walls and roof for a cohesive look.
• Roller Door Position: Place the 2400mm roller door in the centre, left or right of the front wall to suit driveway access, fences or other obstacles.
• Flooring Choice: Opt for no floor (for direct-to-concrete installs), a timber floor or a plywood floor depending on how you plan to use the space.
• Natural Light: Add fixed and/or opening windows plus an optional clear roof panel to increase daylight and ventilation.
• Access Options: Add a pedestrian access (PA) door for everyday use, with optional treadplates at roller and PA door thresholds.
• Site Conditions: Select a peg-down or bolt-down kit to suit your foundation, and add a Very High Wind Zone kit or Coastal Upgrade where required.

The full timber frame also makes it easy to personalise the interior layout with shelving, hooks, workbenches and ply lining once the shed is installed.

Optional Upgrades & Accessories

Configure your Duratuf Estate Waimate Lifestyle Shed to match how you use your space, from enhanced access and security to extra natural light and stronger foundations.

• Colour Options (Walls, Roof & Door) – Choose Zincalume or a wide range of modern colours (including popular shades like Ironsand, Karaka, Ebony, Titania and more) to match your home and landscape.
• Wooden Floor Kits – Select from timber floor or plywood floor options to create a solid, comfortable working surface when a concrete slab is not preferred.
• Roller Door Treadplate (2400mm) – Protects the floor edge at the roller door opening and provides a smoother transition for wheeled equipment.
• Ground Fastening Kits (Peg Down or Bolt Down) – Secure your shed firmly to either a soft-ground base or a concrete slab for improved stability and performance in wind.
• Roller Door Position Options – Place the main roller door centrally, to the left, or to the right of the front wall to best suit your driveway, access path or site layout.
• Fixed Windows – Add one or two fixed windows to bring natural light into your shed and make it easier to find tools and work during the day.
• Opening Windows – One or two opening windows allow fresh air circulation to reduce condensation and make the shed more comfortable to work in.
• Pedestrian Access (PA) Door – Add a handy side access door for quick entry without opening the main roller door, ideal for everyday use.
• PA Door Treadplate – Protects the entry threshold at the pedestrian door and gives a neater, more durable finish.
• Clear Roof Panel – Introduce extra daylight from above, ideal for workshop-style use or reducing the need for artificial lighting.
• Electric Roller Door Opener (with 2 Remotes) – Add powered convenience and easy access to the roller door at the push of a button.
• Lifestyle Downpipe Cover – Neatens and protects the downpipe assembly for a cleaner, more finished look.
• Shed Alarm MA20 – Extra peace of mind by deterring theft and protecting valuable equipment stored inside.
• Heavy Duty Workbench – Create a sturdy workspace for DIY projects, repairs and general bench storage.
• Very High Wind Zone Kit – Additional bracing and components to help the shed cope with very high wind environments.
• Coastal Upgrade – Enhanced specification suited to harsher coastal conditions.

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.

Construction & DIY Information

The Duratuf Estate Waimate Lifestyle Shed is supplied as a comprehensive kit with precut timber framing and pre-formed steel components. It is straightforward for an experienced DIYer or builder who is comfortable working to the building code.

Timber framing is nailed together on site, with wall and roof cladding sheets screwed to the frame. Flashings and door tracks are then screwed or riveted into place. Bolt-down kits are available for securing the shed to a concrete slab.

DIY Difficulty Rating

• Intermediate to Advanced DIY project.
• Recommended team size: 2–3 people.
• Estimated build time: a couple of days for two to three people.

Tools Required

• Power drill
• Drill bits 3.5mm and 10mm
• Square, slotted and Phillips driver bits
• Hex drive 5/16"
• Riveter (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
• Skillsaw or jigsaw / multitool (for floor only)
• Masonry drill and 10mm masonry bit (for bolt down kit only)
• Utility knife

Assembly Instructions

For detailed assembly and base preparation steps, refer to the latest instructions here:

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