I have had this shed for 4 years now and it still looks great. Just wash it off with a hose to make it look new again. It has remained water tight through many storms and the construction is very solid. You might want help putting one of these up but I was able to do it by myself. I really think it will outlast a wooden shed, especially the looks. I liked it so much that I recently bought another bigger one to set beside it and I highly recommend it for a small storage unit.