Lofted Barn Shed Ideas: 8 Ways to Use One on Your Property

Oct 1

3 min read

Most people buy a shed for storage. A lofted barn shed does that and a lot more. The loft gives you a second level of space inside the same footprint, so you get more room without needing more yard. Here are the ways our Lake City customers put them to work.

Why a lofted barn?

A lofted barn has a tall, peaked roof and a built-in loft across the ends of the building. That loft is the whole reason to choose one. You keep the floor open for the things you use every day and move the rest up and out of the way. It's the same building, with about a third more room to work with.

1. Extra storage, with the loft doing the heavy lifting

Use the floor for the mower, bikes, and tools, and use the loft for what you only need now and then: holiday decorations, camping gear, seasonal items, and boxes. Everything stays off the floor and easy to find.

2. A homeschool room

A shed makes a quiet, separate classroom, away from the noise and distractions of the house. Set up desks and shelves on the floor and use the loft for books, craft supplies, and science projects. Add a window and a little power and it becomes the place where school happens.

3. A man cave

Add a couch, a TV, and a mini fridge on the floor, and use the loft for a game table, a bar area, or a place to store your gear. It's your own space, built in the backyard.

4. A backyard sauna

A shed is a good shell for a sauna build. The loft can hold towels, wood, and supplies, and keep them dry and out of the way, so the main floor stays open for the sauna itself.

5. A home gym

Skip the monthly gym fee. Racks, weights, and a bench fit on the floor, and the loft stores bands, mats, and smaller equipment. It's a space you can use on your schedule, right at home.

6. A workshop

Put your workbench and big tools on the floor and use the loft for lumber, hardware, and project storage. Keeping the floor clear gives you room to work.

7. A hobby or craft studio

For sewing, painting, woodworking, or any hobby that takes over the kitchen table, a shed gives it a home of its own. The loft keeps supplies tidy and within reach.

8. A multi-use space

You aren't stuck with one use. Many customers set up the floor for one thing, like a gym or a classroom, and use the loft for something different, like storage or a reading nook. As your needs change, you can rearrange it.

An investment in your property

A well-built shed adds usable space and value to your property. Instead of renting a storage unit every month, you own the space, and you can use it however your family needs.

How to choose your size

Think about what you'll put on the floor first, then what you'd like to move up to the loft. If you're planning a room people will spend time in, like a classroom or a gym, go bigger than you think you need. Our team can help you pick the right size for your yard and your plans.

Rent-to-own makes it easy to start

We show the sale price and the rent-to-own monthly on every building, so there are no surprises. Instant approval, no credit check, and you only need the deposit and 2 IDs to start. Your first payment isn't due until 30 days after you order. We also have financing options based on credit approval.

Come see one in Lake City

Stop by our lot at 1438 W US Hwy 90 in Lake City, one block east of the new Wawa, or call us at 386-487-5363 to ask about a lofted barn. You can also browse our current inventory at 5starportablebuildings.com.