Solar Shed

randombar

Hi folks,

So I've 16 panels left in the garden, thinking of building a shed and using them as the roof.

Has someone done this previously?

Thinking of pouring a slab maybe 2 x 8 m and 2m high cavity block on one side and maybe 0.5m on the other side.

Looking for inspiration here / recommendations.

Thanks,

Gary

slave1

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058358940/solar-shed

Shed won't be watertight, better off building shed with lean to roof and mounting them

randombar

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122359725#Comment_122359725

Ah ya this is more as a leanto, could look at putting galvanising on it maybe but more cost.

the_amazing_raisin

Another option might be a solar canopy over a paved or decked seating area?

I think the official term is a pergola

Could do two rows of 8 panels on flat roof mounts so they create a gap to let some sunshine through

Or a lean to design with the panels on an angled roof. That would create more shade but could also give a more weatherproof area if you can stop rain leaking between the panels

randombar

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122359943#Comment_122359943

The thought of putting down more patio now would give me a hernia :D

What I'm short on is "dry" storage, a place for bikes, lawnmower etc.

Was looking at these rubber seals: https://www.ebay.com/itm/234589584373

allinthehead

If I could do this again, I think I'd use bifacial panels and leave it open underneath. Still it's a nice spot to shelter from the rain or sun.

randombar

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122361429#Comment_122361429

ahhhh good thinking putting the corrugated underneath.