How to Build Your Own Shed

There are many reasons to build your own shed. Here are just a few:

Enjoyment
Building your own shed is much more enjoyable to do than buying one at the store. There isn't much that compares to the feeling of accomplishment you achieve after finishing a project you have put a lot of effort and work into.

Architecture
If you build your own shed you will be able to tailor your shed to match your house or the landscape of your yard. Sheds that are custom build also typically look much nicer that are bought.

Better Quality
Store bought sheds are typically lower quality. They aren't build to last and they often break easily. Sheds that are a higher quality are usually much more expensive and are very heavy and difficult to put in place.

Cheaper
Building your own shed is usually much cheaper than buying one, especially when you are comparing quality. This is a huge incentive in this economy.

The tools you need always depend on the plan you are using however, most plans don't require any special tools to build. There are no perfect tools that will work for every job but I will try to list the basics. You will need:

• Hammer


• Electric Drill


• Table Saw or something to cut boards to size


• Band or Miter saw (something to cut joints in the boards)


• Shovel


• Shed Plans

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This is a guide outlining the basic steps to building the shed above, If you would like more details, please download the PDF file above.

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STEP 1 - The Floor Frame and Foundation

First make sure that you have purchased all the materials listed in the PDF above. Next, dig out 4in of earth and fill in with gravel, level the gravel and arrange the boards following the Floor Framing Plan.

STEP 3 - Frame the Roof

Cut the rafters using the rafter template. Reinforce the connection with metal anchors. Do not attach the anchors on the outer rafters. Cut the rafter ties and position as shown in Framing Elevations (look in PDF) Cut he gable-wall plates and install them also.

STEP 4 - Build the Gable Overhangs

Cut lookouts and install to each of the inner overhang rafters (see Gable overhang detail in PDF) Facenail the inner overhang rafters to the common rafters. Attach the outer overhang rafters to the ridge and lookouts.

STEP 5 - Install the Fascia, Sheathing & Roofing

Cut and install the sub-fascia along the eaves. (See Eave Detail) Install fascia along the gable overhangs and along the eaves. Install the plywood sheathing on the roof. Attach the metal drip edge on the eaves and apply the 15#Building paper and install the shingles.

STEP 6 - Install the Soffits & Siding

Cut and fasten the nailers between the rafters. Rip the plywood soffit panels to fit between framing and the fascia. Cut the holes for four soffit vents. Install the plywood siding.

STEP 7 - Build & Install the Doors

Cut out the bottom plate from the door opening. Cut the door from pieces from cedar. Assemble the frame. Cut stops and install them inside the jambs. Install the door fame in the opening in the shed. Cut and install the Z-brace (Shown in Door Elevations) Install the hinges on the door and then attach the flashing and door trim.

STEP 8 - Build & Install the Windows & Trim

Note: If you've bought prehung windows, install them
following the manufacturer's directions.

Cut the frame stock to form a frame for each window. Install the frame in the rough opening. Cut the stops and bevel it as show in the Window Jamb Detail (Shown in PDF) Install the glass and the trim. Caulk all trim joints.

STEP 9 - Build the Ramp (Optional)

Determine the best slope for the ramp and cut two pads to the length of the ramp. Cut the stringers and attach the pads to the stringers. Cut and attach the ramp decking boards and attach the ramp to the shed.

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