If you've got a shed with plenty of height above head level, a mezzanine floor is usually the cheapest way to double its usable space. Whether it's a commercial shed, a farm building or a big workshop, here's how a shed mezzanine works.
Why sheds suit a mezzanine
Sheds are typically tall, open and simply framed - exactly the conditions a mezzanine is made for. All that empty air above your gear is space you've already paid for, and a mezzanine turns it into a second floor.
Because an Altivo mezzanine stands on its own steel frame, it doesn't rely on the shed's structure, so it suits everything from a new portal-frame shed to an older building.
What businesses use a shed mezzanine for
- Extra storage for stock, tools, parts and seasonal gear
- A workshop or assembly area lifted off the main floor
- Parts and inventory storage above a service or trade bay
- Bulk or palletised storage on a heavier-rated platform
Kitset suits sheds
A bolt-together kitset is a natural fit for a shed - no on-site welding, quick to install, and sized to standard bays. You can start with one bay and add more as you fill the space, and the whole thing can come out or move if you relocate.
Consent and the Building Code
Adding a floor to a shed generally requires building consent, and the mezzanine still has to meet the NZ Building Code - rural and lifestyle sheds are no exception. Altivo systems are engineered to the Code, and we provide the engineering documentation to support your consent application.