Description

Duramax Olympian 12×20 Metal Car Garage Shed 🚗🏠 – Heavy-Duty Steel Construction

The Eagle has Landed !  Now back in Stock in Naas!

Stock is very limited , so if you missed out last summer, we strongly recommend pre-ordering early to secure your unit. ⚠️📞

Base Requirements

A solid foundation is essential for long-term performance.

• 📏 Minimum Concrete Base: 370 cm (W) × 610 cm (L)

• ✔️ Recommended: Rebated concrete base for best sealing and finish.  See below.

Perfectly sized for the Olympian 12×20 Metal Garage.

Premium, Heavy-Duty Steel Garage – Built to Last 💪

The Duramax Olympian 12×20 is designed for customers who require maximum strength, security, and large internal capacity.
With approx. 176 cubic metres of interior space, it is ideal for:

• Cars, SUVs, crossovers & 4×4 vehicles

• Home workshops & tool storage

• Gardening equipment & machinery

• Hobby, DIY, or trade use

🚗 Vehicle-Friendly Access

• Extra-wide 250 cm roll-up front door – easily fits full-size SUVs

• Side lockable access door – convenient for daily use without opening the main door

💪 The Strongest Steel Garage in Its Class

Featuring thicker rib-reinforced steel panels, the Olympian outperforms conventional lightweight metal garages.

Structural Strength Highlights

• 🔩 Hot-dipped galvanised steel frame – long-term corrosion protection

• ❄️ Reinforced truss roof system – rated for 20+ lb/sq ft snow load

• 🛡️ Rigid wall and roof structure – engineered for Irish weather conditions

• 🧼 Low maintenance – no painting, no rot, no decay

🌦️ Attractive, Modern Exterior

A clean, neutral colour scheme allows the Olympian to blend seamlessly into both modern and traditional properties.

📐 Specifications & Dimensions (Imperial + Metric)

Model: Duramax Olympian 12×20 – Item No. 50951

Overall Dimensions

Door Dimensions

Front flexible-Up & Over  Door

Side Access Door

Quick Reference Summary

• 📏 Exterior: 369.9 × 592.5 × 259.7 cm

• 📏 Interior: 348.0 × 563.6 × 209.6 cm

• 🚪 Roll-Up Door: 249.6 × 189.9 cm

• 🚪 Side Door: 62.9 × 200.0 cm

⚖️ Total Weight: 353.4 kg

Raise Concrete Base Foot Print Size

1. 12×20 – Exact floor Dimensions: W 352.1 x D 591.2 cm / With Extra surrounding: W 372 x D 610 cm
2. 12×26 – Exact floor Dimensions: W 352.1 x D 771.5 cm / With Extra surrounding: W 372 x D 790 cm
3. 12×32 – Exact floor Dimensions: W 352.1 x D 951.7 cm / With Extra surrounding: W 372 x D 970 cm

   We recommend a Rebated Concrete Floor for your Car Garage
   See drawing in Photos of Rebated floor.

🏗️ What Is a Rebated Concrete Floor for a Steel Garage Shed?

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A rebated concrete floor is a concrete base with a shallow step (lowered channel) formed around the edges—usually at the doorway—so the steel garage sits slightly down into the concrete instead of on top of it.

Think of it as a built-in lip that the shed fits into.

✅ What Does “Rebated” Mean?

“Rebated” simply means:

➜ Part of the concrete is set lower than the rest

So instead of one flat slab, you have:

• Main floor level (where your car sits)

• A lower edge/channel (where the shed walls sit)

🔧 How It Works in Practice

With a rebated base:

✔️ The steel walls sit inside the concrete
✔️ The doorway sits behind a small concrete lip
✔️ Rainwater is deflected away
✔️ Wind can’t blow under the shed

This creates a tighter seal between the shed and the base.

🚗 Why It’s Ideal for Steel Car Garages

A rebated base is especially good for garages because it:

💧 1. Improves Water Protection

• Stops rain blowing under doors

• Reduces floor damp

• Prevents pooling at entrance

🌬️ 2. Reduces Draughts

• Blocks airflow under walls

• Keeps interior drier

• Helps prevent condensation

🛡️ 3. Adds Structural Strength

• Locks shed into place

• Improves wind resistance

• Reduces movement in storms

🔐 4. Better Security

• Harder to lever panels

• Stronger base fixing

• More solid installation

🆚 Rebated Base vs Flat Concrete Base

👉 For car garages, rebated is best practice.

⚠️ Important Installation Note

If you’re planning a rebated base:

✔️ Check your shed’s base drawing first
✔️ Match the rebate to door position
✔️ Allow for anchor bolts
✔️ Use a qualified groundworker if unsure

A wrongly sized rebate can cause fitting problems.

🏆 Summary: Is It Worth It?

For a steel car garage shed, a rebated concrete floor is:

✅ More weatherproof
✅ More secure
✅ More stable
✅ More professional

Bottom Line:

If you’re storing a car, tools, or machinery, a rebated base is strongly recommended over a flat slab.