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Photo: Mihai Bența
I purchased the 8X10 Shed back in 2008, took me approximately 10 hrs to assemble. The instructions were easy to follow. This shed held up to several major tropical storms and hurricanes (Fay,Sandy,Matthew and Irma).
Staircases are considered the most economical choice when creating access to a raised area of a home.
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Most experts say the minimum recommended dimensions for a two-car garage is 20×20. This size two car garage will give space for two smaller...
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10+ Years - Pacific Coastal Weather - Still looks GREAT! (Tips and Pics) I rarely give reviews, but this Lifetime shed met and exceeded my expectation. I purchased the 10x8 ft shed over 10 years ago. Moving it between locations we've disassembled and reassembled it 3 times (marked the pieces). Of course the assembly took 1-1/2 hours, about 1/3rd the time as the first time...which took about 5 hours. Also called Lifetime and ordered an additional 2.5' (30") section (with windows) making it 12-1/2 ft. (see pictures). Foundation: The first time it was placed on a bed of gravel (gophers and mice would go under the plastic floor), 2nd time 1ft square patio blocks, then the last time I poured a rough concrete slab (recommended) using 2x4s and pre-mixed sacked concrete. Make it 1 or 2 inches bigger than the dimensions of the plastic floor. (Note: The plastic floor is not exactly the same dimension as the "shed size". So get your shed on-site, measure the plastic floor, before building the foundation. Tips: As with building ANY structure, make sure the foundation is perfectly level. If not, then the roof and the doors do not line-up as expected. Still, you can shim-up the corner to align these. Also, DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN the screw fasteners when assembling. Don't think tighter is better...you will strip out the plastic material and the screws may eventually fall out. That said, screws snug-tight, after multiple assemblies, has held perfectly for over 10 years. Weather: I wanted a "maintenance free" shed. This shed is on our ranch property near the Pacific Coast where we get high winds, salt air, and scorching sun. ANYTHING steel, unless galvanized, will rust away in just a few years. When I put on the 30" extension I was concerned that the plastic walls and roof would be faded and wouldn't match the new section. It matched perfectly! I made sure that it is partially protected from the prevailing winds off the ocean. Pacific storms can deliver 85+ miles-per-hour gusts. No problems. Also the metal parts are protected inside so is virtually no rust from the salt air! It has been maintenance free, as expected. I have been so impressed with this shed that I purchased Lifetime Storage Deck Boxes 3 years ago for the patio furniture cushions. They are the exact same color and durable like the shed. I'm very happy. My wife now wants to purchase another Lifetime shed, with a side-entrance, to put along-side her raised garden beds. (on order)
Does Spray Foam Keep Out Mice, Rodents and Pests? The quick answer to this question is yes, spray foam will work to keep out mice and other pests....
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Rats are renowned for living under sheds, its warm, secure and often undisturbed. To that end, they often end up exploring what's above them, and...
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gravel pad A gravel pad (crushed stone) with a lumber perimeter is the best shed foundation option in most cases. We recommend gravel shed foundations because they provide a stable base for your shed to rest on and do a great job of draining water away from the bottom of your shed.
Sheds have exploded in popularity over the past several decades. From being simple, DIY outbuildings, sheds have evolved to include workshops, offices, and even living space. What do all these buildings have in common? They all need some type of shed foundation to support them! Thankfully, the number of shed foundation options is beginning to catch up to the variety of sheds. Here are the 13 top shed foundations that you should consider for your outbuilding. However, if you’re not interested in reading the full list, we’ll save you some time and give you our recommendation for the best shed foundation right away.
Peppermint oil, cayenne pepper, pepper and cloves. Mice are said to hate the smell of these. Lightly soak some cotton balls in oils from one or...
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The last few decades have brought increased interest in the use of plastic wrapped bales for forage. The advantages are clear: reduction in drying...
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All drains in the home converge to a single pipe that leads to the septic tank buried outside. When the waste water from your toilet, shower, sinks...
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Shed sizes are categorized as small, medium, and large. Small sheds are under 80 square feet with 8'x8' or 10'x8' options. Medium sheds are 90 to...
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