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How hard is it to build a shed?

Building a shed isn't that difficult, but if you don't build it properly you're in for big problems down the road. Rotting floors, sagging doors, deteriorating shed roofs are just a few of the problems you'll want to avoid.

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What kind of math does a carpenter use?
What kind of math does a carpenter use?

Carpenters use arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus and statistics to measure materials, add up volumes and complete other project-planning...

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Last updated Mar 7, 2020
Can you build a roof without trusses?
Can you build a roof without trusses?

It is possible to build a roof without trusses. In the past, roofs were often constructed without using trusses. Flat roofs or roofs with a single...

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Last updated Sep 5, 2022
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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Home Proper Shed Building Tips

Are you building a shed?

Here's some great shed building tips you can use that I've learned during my shed building career. Building a shed isn't that difficult, but if you don't build it properly you're in for big problems down the road. Rotting floors, sagging doors, deteriorating shed roofs are just a few of the problems you'll want to avoid. I'll show you things you need to know with the following information to keep your shed looking great for years to come!

Building a Shed With The Right Tools

Shed Roofs

Attaching Trusses

Cutting Truss Angles

Problems in making shed trusses.

Installing overhangs and fly rafters

Drip Edge - Why your shed needs it!

Why your shed roof should have felt paper.

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Nails Used for Shed Construction (Downloadable pdf file)

Nail sizes and fasteners for shed building

Free shed building guides

Please feel free to download the building guides I include with all my shed plans. From building your shed floor to finishing your roof, it's all in there.

Gambrel or barn shed building guide

Gable shed building guide

Lean to shed building guide

What's it cost to build a shed?

One of the most asked questions I get is how much it costs to build a shed. The best way I can answer that question is to refer visitors to my materials cost sheet page on my site. There you can download any of the materials lists I have for all of my shed plans to determine the exact building cost. I also have a materials spreadsheet you can download. Each item used for building your shed is linked to Lowe's or shed windows and more.com where you can see how much that item costs. If you are interested in getting this spreadsheet please contact me and let me know.

Can a wheelchair fit through a 24 inch door?
Can a wheelchair fit through a 24 inch door?

The width of doorways in a home usually measure around 23 to 27 inches. This range, however, isn't wide enough for individuals on a wheelchair....

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Last updated May 23, 2019
How much value does a fence add to your property?
How much value does a fence add to your property?

Fencing increases the value of your home by a fraction of the price of the fencing. If you have a $10,000 fence installed, your home value is...

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Last updated Apr 23, 2019

What is the D in nail size?

penny For historical reasons, nails are sold both by a number followed by d and (less confusingly) by length. The “d” stands for penny, so 8d refers to an 8-penny nail, 16d to a 16-penny nail and so on.

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The Letter ‘d’ in Nail Sizes

The shocking truth about nail sizes! What they don't want you to know Carpenters always talk about 16d common nails or 8d finish nails or 10d sinkers, but nobody ever explains what the heck ‘d’ means. This article does. You might also like: TBD

Understanding “d” sizes

Nails For historical reasons, nails are sold both by a number followed by d and (less confusingly) by length. The “d” stands for penny, so 8d refers to an 8-penny nail, 16d to a 16-penny nail and so on. It’s a way to indicate nail length, as you can see in the table below. Now for the obvious question: Where does the sizing system come from and why does “d” stand for penny? The “d” goes way back to the time when the Romans occupied what is now England. The “d” is associated with a Roman coin called the denarius, which was also the name for an English penny. So what’s that got to do with nails? It was associated with nails when they were hand-forged, one at a time. Some say a hundred 3-1/2 inch nails would have cost 16 pennies and thus became known as 16-penny nails. Others say that the number and the “d” indicate that one 16d (3-1/2 inch) hand-forged nail cost 16 pennies. Who knows which version is true, or why the “d” designation persists even in the building codes today, but fortunately, retail boxes of nails are marked with the penny size as well as the length in inches. As you can see in the photo, length is only one factor of many in choosing a nail.

Whats the most bought item on Etsy?
Whats the most bought item on Etsy?

What are the Top Selling Items on Etsy in 2022? Jewelry. Wedding Items. Accessories. Paper & Party supplies. Clothing. Vintage Items. Home &...

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Should I put my shed on bearers?
Should I put my shed on bearers?

If your base is gravel / shingle then you should sit the shed on bearers / sleepers to give it a solid foundation and support the floor evenly. The...

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Last updated Nov 6, 2021
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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What size shed is 200 square feet?
What size shed is 200 square feet?

10×20 200 sq ft Built for the backyard enthusiast, a 10×20 200 sq ft shed is the perfect size for storing all of your lawn and garden equipment....

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Last updated Dec 13, 2018
How much does it cost to build a 10 x10 shed?
How much does it cost to build a 10 x10 shed?

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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Last updated May 27, 2021