Sheds

Modular construction and inexpensive materials make this shed easy to build and easy to afford. We use simple construction methods to make the building process as easy as possible.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for an 8 x 16 foot wood shed. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Plans for a 20 ft x 32 ft structure for birthing and housing sheep

Plans for a 16 ft x 24 ft shed for sheep that is enclosed on three sides.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a carport attached to a shed or workshop. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Building a shed is one of the best ways to create additional storage space. Our garden shed plans are simple and require only basic carpentry skills.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a shed dormer structure. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Building houses and latrines in Baja California, Mexico.

This outdoor shed/closet is small, but compact. It will hold most of your gardening and lawn care tools and supplies and keep them close at hand and well organized.

Follow along at the link and build your own 8 x 12 foot backyard shed. Be sure to follow through to part 2 and part 3.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for the framing of a storage shed. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Pole-style construction provides an economical method of building a drive-thru shed, even if the shed is built on a sloping lot.

This shed is built with recycled lumber. Here is how.

Here are the materials list and construction drawings for this storage shed.

I hope this blog helps you building your storage shed/garden shed. I have put lots of pictures, and will try to explain the steps. If you do not understand something leave me a comment.

Gary Resa contributes - This article describes the simple and inexpensive passive solar collector that I use to heat my shop/barn. The total cost for the 150 sqft collector is about $350, and all the materials are available at your local hardware/lumber store. The design can be adapted to suit a wide variety of spaces, including a living space.

... central location and a few special features are the keys to this structure is usefulness, including construction, instructions, building tips, cross-sectional view, finishing touches.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a 12 x 16 foot shed with floor and wall framing. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This article explains how a temporary floor was made for a galvanized steel shed. We emphasize temporary because the floor was not anchored to the ground in any way.

This spacious cedar garden shed has tons of storage space for lawn and garden tools plus shelves for supplies, a potting bench and windows. It is close at hand too, since we attached it to a garage wall. An outdoor overhang shelters the potting bench.

Simple design detailing timber frame shell for small shed structure. Joints and preliminary details to layout timbers for mortise and tennons.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a 10 x 12 foot garden shed. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Build this 10 x 14 shed with side porch using these free woodworking plans. Be sure to follow through to part 2 and part 3.

Building a shed to house firewood, including materials list, dimensions, diagrams, instructions. ...

Build this saltbox shed for extra backyard storage using these free woodworking plans.

Here is a scaled-down version of an old-time, hopper-shaped, slat-sided whole-corn crib that you can build for under $250 using new materials or for a fraction of that with recycled materials.

This 6 x 8 foot gambrel shed can be build in a weekend. It features a gambrel shaped roof and an access door to the front. Be sure to follow through to Part 2 and see how the roof is built.

Build an 8 x 10 foot gambrel shed using the free plans at the link. Be sure to follow through to part 2 and 3.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a shed to hold your firewood. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Keep your wood dry by building this firewood storage shed. This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.