Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Sheds, 3rd Edition: Design & Build a Shed: - Complete Plans - Step-by-Step How-To

259 Pages·2017·79.09 MB·English

by  CPi, Editors of, Press, Editors of Cool Springs

The Complete Guide to
SHEDS
Updated 3rd Edition
Design & Build a Shed:
Complete Plans • Step-by-Step How-To
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA
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The Complete Guide to Sheds
Created by: The Editors of Cool Springs Press, in cooperation with BLACK+DECKER.
BLACK & DECKER, BLACK+DECKER, the BLACK & DECKER and BLACK+DECKER logos and product names are trademarks of The Black &
Decker Corporation, used under license. All rights reserved.
NOTICE TO READERS
For safety, use caution, care, and good judgment when following the procedures described in this book. The publisher and
BLACK+DECKER cannot assume responsibility for any damage to property or injury to persons as a result of misuse of the
information provided.
The techniques shown in this book are general techniques for various applications. In some instances, additional
techniques not shown in this book may be required. Always follow manufacturers’ instructions included with products,
since deviating from the directions may void warranties. The projects in this book vary widely as to skill levels required:
some may not be appropriate for all do-it-yourselfers, and some may require professional help.
Consult your local building department for information on building permits, codes, and other laws as they apply to
your project.
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Contents
The Complete Guide to Sheds
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Introduction 7
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
(or the Control Number)
Acquiring Editor: Mark Johanson BUILDING BASICS 9
Project Manager: Jordan Wiklund
Art Director: Brad Springer Choosing a Site for Your Shed 10
Cover Designer: Brad Springer
Layout: Daniele Smith-Boldt Anatomy of a Shed 12
Photography: Rich Fleischman
Setbuilding: Brad Holden Lumber & Hardware 13
Photo Assistance: Ian Miller
Building Foundations 14 24
Image credits
Front cover Ramps, Steps & Decks 24
Back cover
Title page
Printed in China SHED PROJECTS 31
Small Sheds 32
Lean-To Tool Shed 36
Mini Garden Shed 46
Garbage & Recycling Shed 54
The Complete Guide to Sheds
Created by: The Editors of Cool Springs Press, in cooperation with BLACK+DECKER. Call Box Shed 62
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Bike Shed 70
Medium Sheds 78 33
Modern Utility Shed 84
Timber-Frame Shed 98
Gothic Playhouse 110
Salt Box Storage Shed 124
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Contents (Cont.)
Large Sheds 146
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Clerestory Studio 154
Sunlight Garden Shed 168
Gambrel Garage 182
Convenience Shed 198
Kit Sheds 212
How to Build a Metal Kit Shed 216
How to Build a Large Wood Kit Shed 222
How to Build a Wood Kit Shed 228
SHED MAINTENANCE & REPAIR 237
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Painting a Metal Shed 238
Jacking up a Shed 240
Installing Wooden Doors on a Metal Shed 242
Replacing Rotted or Damaged Shed Wood 244
Installing an Anchor Cable 248
Resources 250
Photo Credits 251
Metric Conversion Charts 252
99 Index 254
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Introduction
INTRODUCTION
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Introduction
efore you can pick the shed that is right for you, you need to consider a larger
B question: what is a shed?
There are actually lots of answers to that question. space, configured correctly, to store what you need
A shed can be a small, simple structure meant to stored, or to serve the purpose you intend for the
hold a few hand tools near where you use them in outbuilding. But any shed should also fit into its
the garden. Or it can be something a bit larger and surroundings, and add to—rather than detract
more complex—a substitute garage where you park from—the look of the property. You can choose
wheeled power tools and bulk yard supplies (or a from a wide variety of prefab DIY shed designs. But
real detached garage where you keep the family you’ll have the most control over a shed’s look and
car). Of course, it can also be dressed up in fun floorplan by building and customizing it to your own
colors, with interesting design details that make it the tastes and needs. The projects section in the second
perfect backyard playhouse for kids—an incredibly half of this book presents both kits and custom
interesting alternative to a tree fort. A handsome, designs. You’ll find a wealth of options from the tiny
well-appointed shed is the pretty package that holds to the huge.
all the mechanics and supplies for your pool without Regardless of the shed you’re building, success
detracting from the stunning appearance of the water starts with the foundation. Most shed foundations
feature. Wired for power, a shed is a small (or not so are simpler than what you would need for a home,
small) guesthouse or home office. So the ultimate but you should always check with your local building
answer to the question is that a shed may be just department. Any shed larger than a closet most
about any structure you can imagine. likely will be regulated by local codes dictating
No matter what your particular answer is, everything from where you can place the structure,
building a shed that will perfectly serve your needs to particulars about the construction. You won’t
and do justice to your property and home means have any problem meeting code requirements
thoughtful planning and careful execution. Sheds live when you use the best practices and standards
somewhere between a full-blown residential structure described in the pages that follow. We’ve included
and a simple utility space. They are substantial everything you’ll need to know to assemble just about
enough to be ruled by codes in most cases, but any outbuilding.
small enough that anyone with even modest DIY Along the way, you’ll find useful information on
skills can tackle one. outfitting your shed with features such as stairs or
Choosing a shed begins with picking a design. ramps, workbenches, windows, and more. Because,
Shed designs are unique combinations of the ultimately, no matter what constitutes a “shed,” your
practical and the aesthetic. There must be enough shed should be exactly what you want it to be.
INTRODUCTION 7
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