Using Timber To Hide Your Bins

If you're anything like us here at HSW Timber in Kent, you take immense pride in the appearance of your garden and the exterior of your property. But let's face it: nothing spoils the view quite like a row of unsightly wheelie bins and recycling boxes cluttering up the driveway or patio. They are essential, of course, but they are far from attractive.

Fortunately, there’s a simple, stylish, and highly effective solution that uses the very best natural material: timber. A well-designed timber bin-tidy—also known as a bin store or bin screen—can transform the most mundane area of your property, hiding those bins away while still providing easy access when collection day rolls around.

The Benefits of a Timber Bin-Tidy

Choosing timber for your bin storage offers a host of advantages over plastic or metal alternatives.

• Aesthetics: Timber blends seamlessly with any garden landscape. Whether your style is traditional cottage garden or modern minimalist, the natural colour and texture of wood provides a warmth and sophistication that manufactured materials simply can’t match.

• Durability: When properly treated, timber is incredibly durable and built to withstand the unpredictable British weather. We stock a range of pressure-treated softwood options that are highly resistant to rot and insect attack, ensuring your bin-tidy remains a feature for years to come.

• Customisation: This is where timber truly shines. A timber bin-tidy can be built to exact specifications to perfectly fit the number and size of your bins, the space available, and the style of your home. You can choose the height, the design of the doors, the type of roof, and even the colour, staining it to match existing fences or sheds.

Build It Yourself with Quality HSW Timber

For the keen DIY enthusiast, constructing your own bin-tidy is a satisfying and achievable weekend project. It requires only basic carpentry skills and, most importantly, top-quality timber.

At HSW Timber, we can supply everything you need, cut to size, including:

• Treated Framing Timber: Essential for creating a robust and stable structural framework.

• Cladding Boards: Choose from popular options like Shiplap or Feather Edge boards. Shiplap gives a smooth, interlocking finish that offers excellent weather protection, while Feather Edge provides a classic, overlapping appearance often associated with traditional fencing.

• Hardware: We can advise on the correct hinges, latches, and fixings to ensure your access doors operate smoothly and securely.

We pride ourselves on providing only the best sustainable timber, meaning you can be confident that your project will look fantastic and last for the long haul.

Let Us Create a Bespoke Solution

If you lack the time or the tools for a DIY build, or if you have an unusually shaped space, our skilled team can help. As expert timber merchants, we can design and manufacture a bespoke timber bin-tidy to your precise measurements and design preferences.

Simply tell us what you need—whether it’s an enclosure for a single bin, a triple-bay store with a sedum roof, or an extra-tall structure to double as a garden screen—and we will source the perfect wood and create a solution that not only hides your bins but actively enhances your property’s curb appeal.

Don't let your bins spoil the hard work you’ve put into your garden. Visit HSW Timber today, and let us help you find the perfect timber to turn an eyesore into an attractive, functional feature. Get in touch regarding our Timber Supplies in Kent.