Your harvester needs a home. Your tractors need shelter. Your equipment needs protection. But how do you balance these requirements without blowing your budget? The answer might be counterintuitive: go bigger.
Small sheds have a lower cost, but larger structures often deliver better value for your investment. This is particularly true for farm sheds with specific dimensions.
At ABC Sheds, our 21m span designs cost significantly less per square metre than smaller options. These spans can extend up to 30m while maintaining good cost efficiency, giving you more usable space without the premium price tag.
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When it comes to farm sheds, the 21m span is popular for several reasons:
Optimal material usage: This width allows for efficient use of standard steel lengths, reducing waste and cutting costs.
Versatile internal space: A 21m span creates an open, flexible space that can accommodate various farm equipment, from tractors and headers to hay bales and livestock.
Future-proofing: Wider spans mean fewer internal columns, giving you more flexibility to reconfigure the space as your needs change over time.
Simpler design: These spans need less engineering work than more complex designs with multiple smaller spans.
Alongside the 21m span, including 7-8m sized bays creates the perfect balance for economic construction. Here's why:
Less complex engineering: These bays need simpler calculations and fewer custom solutions than other configurations.
Fewer foundations: A smaller number of columns needs less concrete and digging, cutting costs significantly.
Faster to build: Larger bays mean fewer components and quicker assembly time.
Better access: Wider bays let large machinery move easily throughout the shed.
One of the most common questions we hear is "How much does it cost to build a farm shed?" While the exact answer depends on your specific requirements, our large farm shed designs offer the best value for your money.
Several factors affect the final cost:
Overall dimensions: Total length, width and height.
Cladding options: Choice of materials for walls and roof.
Accessories: Doors, windows, ventilation and lighting.
Site preparation: Level of groundwork required.
Location: Distance for delivery and installation.
As you might expect, the economy of scale kicks in with these larger shed sizes. The cost per square metre often decreases as the overall size increases, making our 21m span sheds surprisingly affordable for their size. Find more details on farm shed costs here.
Beyond the design benefits we've already covered, these larger farm sheds bring practical advantages during the construction phase:
Streamlined approvals: Standard configurations can possibly have smoother council approval processes.
Faster delivery timeline: Common dimensions mean materials are often in stock.
More builder familiarity: Contractors work more efficiently with these standard sizes.
Less site disruption: Fewer foundations and support points mean less time spent on your property.
All these factors contribute to a smoother project with fewer unexpected costs.
While it’s true that some shed sizes are more cost-efficient, the best solution always depends on your specific requirements.
Think about the equipment you'll be storing and whether you need unobstructed internal space. You should also consider the height your machinery requires and any plans you might have for future expansion. Lastly, check local building regulations, since they play an important role in determining what you can build on your property.
Whether you’re building a new shed or adding onto an existing one, our team can help you determine whether our economical large farm shed designs match your specific situation.
If you're looking for an economical large farm shed without the long wait times of custom designs, our Durakit range offers an excellent solution. These pre-manufactured structural steel sheds combine economy with rapid delivery.
Durakit sheds come in several large sizes, including impressive 32m x 21m and 40m x 21m options, giving you plenty of space for equipment storage, hay protection, or livestock housing. Because they're pre-designed and kept in stock, you can have your new shed delivered in just 2-4 weeks.
What makes Durakit economical:
No custom engineering costs: These sheds use standardised designs that have already been engineered.
Faster construction timeline: Pre-manufactured components mean quicker on-site assembly.
Reduced labour costs: Standardised assembly requires less specialised labour.
Bulk material purchasing: Pre-designed sizes allow for more efficient material sourcing.
Every Durakit shed features fully hot-dip galvanised structural steel frames with our 25-year "you're covered" guarantee, so you're not sacrificing quality for speed or economy.
Investing in a farm shed is a significant decision that will impact your operations for decades to come. That's why it's worth considering all options carefully.
At ABC Sheds, we specialise in delivering practical, durable structures that meet real agricultural needs. Our economical large farm sheds with 21m spans and 7-8m bays represent our commitment to providing maximum value without compromising on quality or functionality.
Download our comprehensive Buyer's Guide to explore all factors you should consider when investing in a new farm shed.