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Do I need to anchor my metal shed?

The base for a metal shed is important as, unless you have purchased a separate timber floor kit, this will also provide the floor for your shed. Metal sheds are typically anchored directly into their concrete base.

Who owns the most single-family homes?
Who owns the most single-family homes?

Invitation Homes Inc. The largest owner of this asset class in the U.S. is Invitation Homes Inc. (NYSE: INVH), a real estate investment trust...

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How much does it cost to build a 10x10 shed yourself?
How much does it cost to build a 10x10 shed yourself?

Cost Estimator by Size SHED SIZE TYPICAL COST RANGE 10×10 (100 sq. ft) $2,000 to $17,500 10×12 (120 sq. ft) $2,400 to $21,000 12×12 (144 sq. ft)...

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Are shed plans easy to follow?
Are shed plans easy to follow?

These are! They guide you every step of the way to complete your dream shed.

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Excellent company fantastic communication with customers. Summer house was delivered to school on time and within delivery slot. The delivery driver was very helpful to the point of lending us some wheels to move the panels to the insterlation site. The communication I had with Natalie was second to none from the first phone call to the last email. She is a credit to the company and very professional. After explaining to Natalie what the summer house was going to be used for at school, and wanting the best quality my budget could afford I placed my order. Within days I received an email from Natalie offering me a free upgrade worth not hundreds of pounds but thousands. I can't thank this company enough for their kindness and generosity. This was not all. During the build process of the summerhouse Natalie continued to keep me informed of the progress and offered me a few choices to the build design on several occasions. The summer house was delivered in ready made panels, the framework is very strong and thick, very well built. I was even given boxes of screws and nails along with build instructions to assemble the summer house so no extra purchases were necessary. The only extra purchase I have to make is the choice wood preservative or paint. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for an excellent quality product. I will definitely use Sheds First again for any other purchases needed to develop our schools outdoor projects. I can't thank you enough for your generosity, excellent service and communication from the first call right through the process to end product and delivery service. The summer house will provide an excellent ooutdoor provision for our very special pupils who also send you a big thanks. Well done Sheds First keep up your excellent work and I'm sure your business will prosper for meny years to come. I wish you well. Thank you from one happy HLTA and the very excited special children and young people I have the privilege and pleasure to work with.

How do you seal around the bottom of a shed?
How do you seal around the bottom of a shed?

Once you've poured your concrete slab and your garden shed is up, use a silicone sealant like Brick & Concrete Silicone or any other silicone...

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Why do mirrors say don't hang with wire?
Why do mirrors say don't hang with wire?

Do not use picture wire for hanging mirrors; this type of wire lacks sufficient strength and therefore may stretch and break. To install an...

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Can I use 4x4 for deck joists?

4x4 post will be fine. I have built many decks for new homes with them. 6x6 is more sturdy of course and will not twist as easy, but for structure purposes, 4x4 will be fine.

I have an old cedar deck, and most of the decking and vertical support posts are rotted out. I'd like to rebuild the deck as-is, just replacing the rotting pieces.

The current design is as follows:

2x8 treated ledgers anchored to concrete foundation

2x8 treated joists coming off the ledgers

2x8 treated rim joists around the edges

4x4 cedar posts around the edges (4 foot intervals), sitting on concrete footings

Posts are notched and are supporting the rim joists, attached with nails

There are no other supporting posts or beams

Deck extends about 8 feet out from the house

Deck is about 4 feet off the ground for one section, and 2 feet off the ground for the other section

Deck is located in Texas, so snow is not a concern

My concern is that all the information I've found on decks shows people using 6x6 posts as the main supporting structure, with beams on top of those and joists on top of the beams. I only see 4x4 posts used to form the supports for the railings.

I'm hoping to use the current design, and replace all of the posts, decking, and railings. The only significant change I have planned is to attach the posts to the rim joists using carriage bolts instead of nails. Is it reasonable to have 4x4 posts as the primary support, or do I need to consider more significant design changes?

Are paving slabs OK for shed base?
Are paving slabs OK for shed base?

Have you been eyeing up a garden shed but don't have a concrete mixer to lay your base? Don't worry – paving slabs will do the job just as well....

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How can I build a cheap house fast?
How can I build a cheap house fast?

10 Cheap, Budget-Friendly Ways To Build A House Build Your Own House, With A Contractor. ... DIY Without A Contractor. ... Build A Simple Box. ......

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Can I build my own shed?
Can I build my own shed?

Yes, with the right plans you can build your dream shed.

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How close to the property line can I build a shed?
How close to the property line can I build a shed?

The exact amount a building needs to be set back from the property line will vary from one location to another. However, the required setback on...

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Can I build my own shed?
Can I build my own shed?

Yes, with the right plans you can build your dream shed.

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Do you need planning permission to change door color?
Do you need planning permission to change door color?

If you are replacing existing windows or doors of a domestic house, planning permission is not usually required. You are allowed to change styles...

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