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Let's Celebrate Summer Right...How About A Backyard Bar Shed?

6/12/2017

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A surfboard bar adds a beach vibe to this bar shed.

Who wouldn't want a backyard shed?

Seriously, folks, outdoor living rooms and fire pits are fantastic, all the more so with a strategically timed whiskey smash, glass of pinot, or a cold IPA.

"Bar sheds are simply cool," says Brian Rhoden of Daniel’s Lawn Care. "They really elevate a backyard to your neighborhood’s new favorite Friday night hot spot."
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So instead of schlepping inside for a drink, consider installing this latest must-have backyard amenity. We break down how you can turn an existing or new shed into a watering hole, and the necessities that come with slinging booze.

Claim an outbuilding

The first thing you need is a shed. Maybe you have one in the backyard already which you can purge of rakes and hedge clippers. Just make sure you have enough alternative storage space.
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If you don't have anywhere else to store landscaping equipment, it could be wise to consider adding a new shed," says Jay Labelle, owner of the Cover Guy, an online retail outlet for hot tub covers and supplies. That might entail building a new shed.

You can buy a decent, prefab wooden one for $1,000 to $3,000
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Plan for elbow room...

Factor in size, because a really small shed probably won't be ideal for a bar. Think about how many people you plan to host on a regular basis, as well as your ideal seating (stools take up less room than a booth). Keep in mind that your local building department might have a size restriction on backyard sheds built without a permit. Around 120 square feet is usually a safe bet.

Consider the shed's location

How will your bar shed fit into the backyard design? If you already have the shed, you might want to relocate it away from a child's bedroom (or a cranky neighbor with a decibel meter). And if you want to drink alfresco, leave enough room to set up a seating area near the shed.

Your options: Tiki, pub, lounge, dive, beach, or sports bar

Start by considering the basics when designing the interior of your bar shed. This means the flooring, wall paneling, and paint. Then decide on the vibe you're going for. Do you want to show off the license plates you never turned in to the DMV (dive bar) or your collection of Polynesian drink ware (Tiki bar)?

The shelves for wine and liquor, as well as the bar itself, can be purchased or made. You might want to design the bar around a small fridge or cooler tucked under the serving side of your bar to avoid taking up additional square footage in the shed, says Deemer Cass of Landscaping & Garden Design.

"And don’t forget to mount a bottle opener on the wall."

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Get Wired

If the bar of your dreams contains a miniature fridge, ice maker, and blender for frozen margaritas, you're going to need power.
"Before you get started, consult an electrician on the resources available in your backyard," says Nate Burlando, owner and president of Distinct HVAC. Depending on the type of exterior power outlets you already have, you might need to trench in extra power.

Or is a rustic bar with a cooler, bag of ice, and cocktail shaker more your style? That makes things easier, but keep in mind that your bar is going to need some light if your drinking goes late into the night. If you decide to go electricity-free, battery-powered strands of fairy lights should be enough to illuminate your pale ale.
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"They also give your backyard a nightly enchantment for your get-together," says Rhoden.

Add Acohol

"The booze just might be the most expensive part of your backyard bar shed," says Rhoden. Once word gets out about your gin martini, you might be tempted to open for business. But it's definitely illegal to sell alcohol in your backyard, so stick to sharing your drinks with friends, for free.
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Even a simple, rustic bar shed will be a major draw.

...and add a little music

Bars are not libraries. They are meant for conversation, laughter, and the occasional singalong. Just bear in mind you have neighbors, and loud music in the late evening is sometimes frowned upon. :(

The boring stuff

Check with your homeowners insurance agent to see if you need to insure your backyard bar shed for liability. (You'll be glad you did.)
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Article written by; Margaret Heidenry a writer living in Brooklyn, NY. Her work has appeared in The New York Times Magazine, Vanity Fair, and Boston Magazine.
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