Wood

Aesthetic, highly durable

Plastic

Lightweight, durable, easy to maintain

Resin

Environmentally friendly, rust, insect, and rot resistant

Metal

Rot, mold, insect, and fire resistant

Small (<36 sq ft.)

Typically fits all your yard tools

Medium (40-75 sq. ft.)

Typically fits a push mower and a bike

Large (>100 sq ft.)

Ideal for storing extra large equipment

Tongue & Groove

Interlocking planks; the strongest and most durable option

Shiplap

Flat overlapping boards; durable weather protection

Overlap

Simple layered boards; not fully weather-resistant and best for basic storage