As the weather continues to cool, now is the time to ready your shed for fall’s and winter’s demands.

From enhancing its storage to protecting it from the elements, here are three pro tips to help you prepare for the seasons ahead.

Maximize wall space

Shelves or adjustable wall panels can boost your shed’s storage capacity, giving you extra room to store bulkier items like your patio furniture. In addition, installing hooks or even bike racks is a practical and simple way to hang items that would otherwise take up floor space. Before acquiring your supplies, though, be sure to measure the interior to ensure that everything will fit properly.

Protect your floor

Your lawn mower, hose, and other tools can leave liquids and debris behind that can rot your shed’s wood flooring. Consider painting it with epoxy paint or a waterproofing wood sealer or covering it with interlocking garage-floor tiles to protect it from moisture.

Organize your shed

Take the time to organize your space before winter arrives, such as by discarding or donating anything you no longer need. Consider moving your summer gear to the back and your fall and winter supplies to the front. You may also want to put your spring supplies to one side to make them easily accessible when winter makes its exit.

Once your shed is updated, you can tackle your outdoor tasks with greater confidence and ease, ensuring that your yard can get the care it needs as the seasons change.