Can I live in a metal shed?

Metal buildings are extremely versatile. People use them for everything from carports and garages to outdoor workshops or private offices. Some people even live in them! If you can think of it, it can likely be done.

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Steps to Painting a Steel Building

If you want to paint your building, there are several steps to the process you’ll need to complete. First, wash the entire building to remove dirt, dust, and debris. To wash your soon-to-be metal building home you can use either a garden hose and a gentle soap with a brush to scrub it down, or you can use a pressure washer on a gentle setting. In either case, be sure to remove as much surface dirt and debris as possible. A clean surface will allow you to paint your shed easily and ensure good adhesion. Next, remove any loose paint, rust, and corrosion on the surface of the metal. Use a putty knife or a scraper to remove loose or flaking paint (some of it may come off if you pressure wash your building as well). For rust and corrosion, you can sandblast the shed or use sandpaper or a sander. Be careful not to sand away any undamaged metal, but also be sure to remove as much rust as possible. If the shed has any significant dents or cracks, you can fill these with a dent repair product such as auto body filler. Once you paint, this product will be almost invisible and will help your steel building look new again. Make sure you read and follow the instructions carefully for these products. Also, remember that fillers are not meant for structural repairs – if your shed has any cracks or rust on frame members, you should get them repaired by a contractor to ensure your property is still solid. Once your home is clean and all rust and loose material is removed, you can prime the surface with a metal primer. Be sure to cover all of the bare metal surfaces with a good coat to prevent corrosion. A good coat of primer will also help your chosen paint adhere to the surface of your shed better and will help the color look more natural. Finally, apply your chosen paint according to the manufacturer’s directions. Choosing the right paint for your shed or metal building can be tough – make sure you get one that is rated for outdoor applications. Acrylic and oil-based paints are good for outdoor use, but they’re a bit harder to work with and can give inexperienced painters some problems. However, you shouldn’t use latex paints on an outdoor shed, as they’re too prone to damage and chipping to last long.

There are several ways you can paint a shed, including with a:

brush

a roller

or a paint sprayer.

Brushes and rollers are slower and more labor-intensive, but they also apply thick, even coats of paint. Paint sprayers are faster, but if you use one you will likely need to apply multiple coats of paint. You should also be careful of paint runs and drips that can ruin the appearance of your shed. Of course, if your metal building is too damaged or corroded, a coat of paint isn’t going to fix it. However, new metal building homes are surprisingly affordable and can last many many years. Call Bargain Barns USA today at 405-872-0338! Why stop at paint? Let’s look at some other features you can to your new home:

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How much is a 2x4 right now?

Lumber Prices Board Stud* 12' 2x3 2x4 $5.17 $9.13 2x6 $8.82 $13.76

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2x Lumber

Sometimes called “sticks” or “studs” by contractors, 2x lumber (pronounced “two-by”) is cheap, strong, and perfect for simple wood projects. Most 2x lumber you’ll find at a home center comes from either spruce, pine, or fir trees, depending on which type of wood the supplier has at the time. Not that this makes any difference to us really, all three species are very similar. It does, however, explain the mysterious “SPF” label: S=Spruce, P=Pine, F=Fir. Another label you might find confusing on 2x lumber is the board length. Some 2x boards are cut to 96” (8 ft.)—while others curiously measure a couple inches shorter. The difference means nothing to us building a workbench or a shelf, but for a carpenter putting up a wall in a house, the shorter length of a stud may be the exact size needed to fit a board between the bottom and top plates of an typical 8’ wall. Look to see if your store has a special discount on “studs”—which they often do.

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