Question 1

How Much Does It Cost to Build a Bar Shed?

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With the wide variety of sizes of bar sheds and options you can choose, costs vary greatly. Cost also changes if you are building a new structure or converting an existing shed.
Building a bar shed from scratch can run anywhere from a couple of thousand dollars to upwards of $20,000. The average price is around $8,000. These backyard sheds can be custom-built onsite or can be purchased pre-built and moved to where you want to put them.
Cost is a very important consideration but not the only important one. There are so many different options to choose from, such as:

Size of the building shed
Design type – simple or more complex
Building materials such as siding, wood, or logs
Seating styles such as bar stools or chairs and tables
Style and materials of the roof, such as shingles or an overhang
Décor or theme
Refrigerator/freezer to keep beverages cold
Tap beer/soft drinks setup

Question 2

How Big Should I Build My Shed for a Bar?

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A bar shed can be any size you want, but you want to make sure it is large enough to be comfortable for your guests as well as yourself.
The most common bar and pub shed sizes are:

8 feet by 12 feet
8 feet by 16 feet
10 feet by 12 feet
10 feet by 16 feet
12 feet by 20 feet
12 feet by 24 feet

We suggest that it is at least 8 feet by 12 feet, although that is on the smaller size. You will want to make sure you have enough room for the bar itself with a counter area to comfortably work on, storage space for supplies, and of course a comfortable seating area. And, of course, you’ll want to make sure it doesn’t look like a kid’s clubhouse.

Question 3

How Do I Build a Backyard Shed Bar?

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The choice is yours. You can either buy a pre-built bar shed or build it the old-fashioned way with building materials and power tools. You even have the option of converting a current shed into a bar shed. The internet has some great information and detailed plans to look at for some inspiration and guidance.

Question 4

Can I Convert My Shed Into a Bar?

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If you already have a shed on your property, you can use the existing building and repurpose it into a bar shed. With some careful planning, you can transform a boring, everyday shed into your very own vision of the perfect bar shed.
Important Things to Consider When Converting an Existing Storage Shed to a Bar Shed:

When you have a current shed building already, your first decision on where to put it is already made for you. So you get to skip past the first step and get right into the nitty-gritty of it.
The next step is, of course, clearing out whatever is currently in the shed and cleaning. This isn’t exactly a glamourous step but it has to be done, so keeping your goal in mind of the fun space you’re planning can help with the motivation.
Once you have an empty shed, you have a clean canvas to begin bringing your ideas to life. Let the fun begin – turn that boring shed into something new and exciting.
Consider the condition that the shed is in to make decisions on what to do next. Does it need flooring? Will it need to be rewired or replumbed? Is the space finished or do you need to put up walls?

Considering everything from the floor to the roof will make your decision-making easier and will give you a better idea of where to set your budget.

Question 5

How Do You Add a Bar Window to a Shed?

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Having a bar window is a distinguishing feature of a bar shed. Some people choose to make a shed window that has a roll-down door to close it, similar to a garage door. Others have used a shutter-type system that folds closed. Still others choose to open and close the window with an exterior panel that can be opened or closed, either from the ceiling or the side.

Question 6

Ready to Enjoy Your New Bar Shed?

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Once your new bar shed is finished, take a few minutes to look back upon your journey and enjoy your new space entirely. Sit down at the bar, pour yourself a cocktail, and take it all in – you’ve earned it!

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