Do It Yourself Sheds For Yard Or Storage

You run into the problem all the time, you get all of this stuff that you have no place to store. You go to the local building supply store to buy a shed for storage and all you find are these little things that they want outrageous amounts of money for. So, you make the decision to build a do it yourself shed.

Building a shed does not seem like a big project but if you do not have the proper plans, your simple project can turn into an absolute nightmare. When building a shed keep the following things in mind.

1. Have a solid foundation. The trick to a shed is to create a solid foundation, but unless you are going to get building permits, you do not want to use concrete pads. Most of the time you do not require a permit if your shed is movable. But you still want to have a good foundation.

You can achieve a solid foundation by either using three 6*6 inch pressure treated beams, or use eight 12*12*4 inch concrete deck pads.

2. Water-proofing is key to having a shed last for years. You will need both roofing material, and a protection for your side walls. For roofing protection you either use asphalt shingle or tin. Asphalt shingles will be a bit cheaper but tin will last forever and be a lot faster to install.

For your side walls, the easiest and least expensive method of protection is to paint, but you will have regular maintenance to keep your shed looking good.

Alternatives are vinyl or aluminum siding, or if you are feeling particularly handy you can stucco it.

3. Have a solid floor. The best choice is to use 3/4 inch tongue and groove plywood. Pressed wood chip board (OSB) will work, but it absorbs moisture so you must seal it if you use it. Another option is to use one inch thick boards, but this gets very expensive if you are buying new. If you opt for a thinner floor, it will warp and eventually break, so save yourself the work in the long run and use at least 3/4 inch material for your flooring.

To create a well organized yard do it yourself sheds are a fantastic option. And with proper planning you will have a great shed for years to come. Plan your project before you start, ensure you are not breaking any building codes by talking to your local permit office and you will have a perfect garden shed.