Keter have a problem; they create several versions of the same item - presumably using different standards of materials - and give them various names. To make sense of this during my pre-purchase research I took to creating a list of them and their dimensions. Thus, I settled on this model (Store it out Pro) as the one that most closely matched my needs of space, quality, and price.
As with all items of this ilk individual components tend to feel a little lightweight to be strong and secure, but once combined using the relatively clear visual instruction guide they become much more stout.
Using the aforementioned instruction sheet, I took my time and completed the construction in a little over 20 minutes. This included having to dismantle and re-hang the first of the doors as I realised that I had hung it upside-down. This task was a little easier said than done, but indicated to me that any would-be garden implement thief would give it up as a bad job should they try to get in by removing the doors!
The result of my labours is a smart, clean looking space, that offers plenty of weatherproof storage for the bits and pieces we use in the garden, that I have secured with a quality padlock through the solid loop included with the box.
Whilst the lock is an additional purchase, Keter do include the fixings to connect the lid to the lids of wheelie bins to create an automatic bin-lid-opener type thing.
I don’t keep my bins in ours, so I have been able to make use of the purpose built-in shelf supports at either side of the box that enable a suitably cut piece of timber to be added to the rear wall of it. This shelf makes good use of the huge space within.
Fair warning: the shelf is not included and does not run from front to back, but the clearly indicated supports allow for a shelf that is up to half the depth of it.
Ideally the box should be kept on a level or almost level surface - too much variation will cause the finished product to twist and distort, and may cause the doors and latching and locking provisions to be misaligned.
So, to sum up:
Is the box fit for purpose? Yes
Is it usable space? Yes
Was it difficult to build from flat-pack? No
Is it easy to move both within packaging and once built? For two people, yes; for one person, no.
Was it easy to put together by one person? Yes
Can it be secured to the ground for storm-proof wind protection? Yes
Is it smart looking? Yes
Does it look cheap? No
Do I believe it to be secure? Yes, although a well-equipped, determined thief will make their way in but that can be said for most materials.
Am I pleased with the purchase? Yes
Would I buy more from Keter? Yes
Would I buy another of these? Yes
Do I recommend it? Yes
Does it offer value for money? Yes
| Product Dimensions | 145.5 x 82 x 123 cm; 23.9 kg |
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| Part number | 250001 |
| Material type | Plastic |
| Manufacturer | Keter |
| Item model number | 250001 |
| ASIN | B08ZSRJBFZ |
