How to Build A Shed By Yourself (12 x 16)
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- How to build a 12 x 16 shed by yourself. I built a backyard shed this summer and filmed most of the process as a fun way to document the project with my son. Hope you enjoy and learn a thing or two (even if from my mistakes). There are several time-lapses throughout to speed things up a during the shed build. Here is the general breakdown of the various build steps in case anyone wants to skip ahead:
Shed total cost was ~$2,600
Intro and Plan - 0 - 5:06
Foundation - 5:06 - 9:43
Floor (Skids, Joists, Tongue & Groove) - 9:43 - 25:53
Windowless Wall Framing - 25:53 - 35:16
Windows & Door Wall Framing - 35:16 - 46:43
Wall Sheeting - 46:43 - 51:49
Rafters & Roof Trusses & Roof Sheeting - 51:49 - 1:02:45
Paint & Trim - 1:02:45 - 1:08:36
Roof Tar Paper & Rain Drip - 1:08:36 - 1:12:19
Shingles & Ridge Cap - 1:12:19 - 1:21:52
Building Double Doors & Window Flashing - 1:21:52 - 1:35:09
Shelves and Finishing Up - 1:35:09 - 1:37:18
Have to give you props for being so detailed and articulating the process so well. Good job.
I am fully impressed! It's just a complete czcams.com/users/postUgkxGqOCINHE0Z0E5gxzSdNi9NWGugRY5Hm2 plan with the best resources and step by step instructions . These shed plans are so satisfying as if the sheds build themselves on their own. Worthy work Ryan!
That's a little thin in my opinion..
You have just cleared up something that was always puzzling me and I never saw on the hundreds of other videos I watched....you have to allow for the 3 1/2 inches when you are framing the walls that are inset... Thank you... Now I am ready to tackle my build 👏👏👍
That's just common sense...
@@ManyMilesApart not for new. Builders it's not
I'm taking the shed building plunge this year. Thanks for great ideas. Salud🍕🍻
Why in the world is lumber so much $$$¿? Its nuts!
@@milvolts1 Many people are building stuff this year so the prices almost doubled, you can find some free wood at construction sites though, some department stores like Home Depot and Lowes might also be throwing some out.
Very detailed info. Described some things I hadn’t seen in other builds. Probably won’t build much this summer since lumber is so high but hoping it’s come down a little next summer because I have a bunch of projects to tackle.
Awesome video! Thanks for taking the time to make it. A materials list would be pretty sweeeet
Cut your top plate to land in the middle of the stud so that both ends hit a stud. Also, going more than four feet span, you should have one more Jack stuff on each end to carry the load. It is All a learning process and you have done great
I also agree the view is breathtaking!!!!
The Max span for a 4x4 sled beam is about 5 feet, ideally a 10 foot span will have a support in the middle and you will be fine.
Pretty much the same calculation for a 2x4 floor joist on 12" centre's.
A 2×4 floor joist can span 6’ 7” when spaced at 16” and using Southern Pine. Other commonly available species of dimensional lumber span slightly less distance, such as SPF, which can only span 6’ 1”.
Absolutely brilliant video! Explains everything from start to finish! I feel like I could do this myself now purely based on your video. Thanks for this! 👍🏻
Great video. Very detailed. Beautiful mountains. 🤝
This is handy for people wondering if they should tackle it. When I bought a home ten years ago, this is the size I built because 200 sq ft was the max without setting it on a foundation.
Thank you soooooo much DIY Dash. I've watched your video from start to finish and now I'm about 1/2 way finished with my 12x16 shed. I have no wood or carpentry experience, but your video made it all so simple. SO once again THANK YOU for sharing your experiences especially the mistakes, cause I have made a few, but it's ok, only I know where they are. lolol Thanks again. :)
Wonderful!
Thanks for putting this together. There is one thing that really stood out to me that viewers should know. Removing 3 inches from from the joists is different than cutting them to 11'9". This is because dimensional lumber is not precisely cut. In fact, 2-by is almost always longer than advertised. Using your method would likely make your width 12' 1/4" to 12' 1/2", which is going to throw off your stud separation and then, going further, your wall sheeting seams. I'm sure you made it work, which is great, but viewers should be made aware.
All I have bought was right on the specified length and I have bought a fair amount.
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I love your name-DIWY-it's exactly what I've told so many contractors, "I could've done that!" Thanks for the video and explanations.
Away out here they got a name
For rain and wind and fire
The rain is Tess, the fire Joe,
And they call the wind Maria
Great video and awesome job!
Thank you for taking the time outta your life to make this informative "How To" video tutorial.
Glad it was helpful!
Great video! If this is a "floating" deck foundation, I believe you need more deck block piers. Also, I would highly recommend pressure treated lumber for your floor joists.
I am thinking about building my shed using this video as a guide. Why do you think that he needs more deck block piers?
@@montiraruba2831 the general rule of thumb is you can span 1 foot per 1 inch if vertical material. You can stretch that and people do that all the time. The floor will be springy with a longer span but he is at double that with an 8 foot span on the 4X4s and a 6 foot span on the 2X4s.
It's not ideal but if it's for storage the bikes and mower wont care.
Also I would recommend treated wood for the skids, joists, floor decking, (DO NOT USE OSB) and treated bottom plate for the walls.
@@montiraruba2831 The Deck Block manufacturers recommend no more than 5'-0" between the blocks on center, on 2x6 joists. I think you can span 6'-0" on 2x8's.
@@timothydillon6421A joist calculator says he can do a 5'8" span on a 2x4. We don't know the exact spacing for the 4x4s and the exact measurement of that cantilevered 2x4. He might be right at 5'8".
@@fortranchstead I think 2x4 at that span especially for a shed is perfectly acceptable especially if it is just for storage. At that point it's dead load rating and not live load. If it is a workshop it's up to the user
Great job! I witnessed your learning. I always love the roofing part. Puts a lid on it. You just need your woodburner and beer fridge. I'm looking forward to the next build. 😁👍🇬🇧. I love the mountain view!
You get better sheer value with nails too, especially when your sheathing is your siding in the case of T1-11. Also, I built my first shed the same way as you did, walls first and then bucked up the sheets. But was amazed to learn you can actually sheet the walls on the ground! I think you put your z-metal upside down, btw! The high side of the flange should go under the top sheet, and the little drip edge goes over the bottom sheet. But giving yourself some outlookers and a bit of an eave will also help keep water off that joint!
Don't listen to people trying to tell you to use treated floor joists. There is no reason your joists should ever get wet if your shed is off the ground and you have siding installed.
There is amazing flashing tape designed for windows and doors. Tyvek makes other products designed more for your window wraps, the stuff you got is just for sealing/mending seams in Tyvek HomeWrap.
You explained it so I could understand and follow your lead. Excellent video and thank you for putting this together! The finished product looks GREAT!!
Probably the best video I've watched on building a shed, and I've watched more than a few for ideas as I plan my own. Very informative for the average DIY like myself!
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Absolutely fantastic video-I was debating whether or not to buy a shed kit and have to deal with sub-par wood-The only thing that might be nice is that all the pieces would be pre-cut but after your excellent video I now have every bit of info to do it myself--I will be building a 10x12 She Shed for my wife so once the shed build is done I'm sure there will be a lot of other building on the inside--Once again THANK YOU for taking the time to make this incredible video !!!
I watched a bunch of these shed build videos, this is the first one that explains about making the studs shorter so the siding covers everything. I was always wondering about that.
when i built our shed i used a plan from *WoodBlueprints. Com* and it had all the blueprints, supplies, materials, and list well laid out for me.
Thank you for this video very informative and great walkthrough on specifics I just built my whole 12x16 she'd based off this whole video and it came out amazing for my first shed thank you 💪🏾💪🏾 now I'ma build a house lol
Do you have a material list for this? I want to build it
Didnt have to tell the city ?
@@cesarcastellanos5970 get you the permanent for shed,yes you have to get 1 laws are very depends the place you live
Those mountains look beautiful...
Looks great! Really enjoyed watching the process. Thank you for sharing, hope to use it as a reference in the future!
Excellent job, love the fact You have got Your son involved too
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the part with the young boy who sits watching, patiently waiting ,,,, then getting into it with his hammer ( could be the most memorable part of all ) , that will last 50 years longer for him than the shed could ever.☺️🥰✌🏽
I love the blue sky and mountains view and of course your video. But view - wow. Great place to have a house.
Excellent Video clip! Excuse me for chiming in, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you ever tried - Mahorrla Wooden Paradise Method (should be on google have a look)? It is a good exclusive product for building better sheds and woodworking minus the headache. Ive heard some interesting things about it and my work colleague after a lifetime of fighting got cool results with it.
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i just wanna thank you for this great video and all the time you put into it GREAT JOB!
Excellent video,,,,,very instructional ….
I learned a lot of building terminology and technique .
Thank you so much for making this video and sharing,,,…
Wish you and your family the best
😉👍
Those mountain views!!💓💓💗💗
Awesome video! We built a 10' x 12' shed many years ago with 4" x 4" posts going down into the ground supporting a double 2" x 6" perimeter structure that carries 2" x 6" joists - all treated. We recently needed to either move or tear-down the shed, and it was in such great shape, we decided to move it. I made a new foundation as two beams made out of triple 2" x 8" treated lumber with legs that go four feet into the ground and are encased in concrete. Not quite the same as this, but the same concept. I made the new foundation twice as long as the original shed, and now that the 'barn' is now moved on top of it, I plan to add-on using that additional foundation to make an addition to our barn-shaped shed next summer. We have a playlist showing the construction of the 'grade beam' and the two moves called "The Barn" on our channel if anyone is interested. I also did a self build 36' x 48' post frame if anyone is thinking of building one themselves.
I am going to check it out.
Very nice work! Hi from HN :)
that is the same siding I used on my first shop in my yard. A 12x20 and is last over 30 years before decay at the bottom where moisture got to it. To repair the problem, I cut away the bottom 18 inches of the siding and repacked it with treated 1/2 " siding and then covered it with vinyl siding. Yes, I used nails to install the siding when I built the shop.
Well Jerry knowing how to do both is preferred IMHO. Yup I love to swing a hammer but also like a screw if I've made an error or have to replace something
very nice job ,shed doors are always the very tricky part but you did really good
Nice Job !!! Thank you for filming and posting this. The size happens to be the exact size I want to build so this was very helpful.
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Great video! this is one of the videos that inspired me to make my own workshop which I have also made a video about on my channel. Thanks!
Thank you Ryan for releasing a great product as this [ Check Details Here?> *WoodBlueprints. Com* ]. Most of the plans I have imagined in my mind are put down on your woodworking plans. This is more like a genius job. I love it!?
Sir,i love it,u did a Tremendous job,we all make mistakes, we r humans, I made so many mistakes two years ago building my Pub shed, specially the roof,i waisted a lot of building material taking & tearing my shed's roof apart & redoing it, oh my God,!!!.but it all paid off at the end.i did a beautiful job & put it on my CZcams channel,no shame in my game,😄🤓.
I am not in the construction industry nor am I a carpenter, I wanted a good guide to help with small projects such as small sheds and some remodeling around the house. So there’s a magic which is Shed Plan [ visit here *WoodBlueprints. Com* ]. This Shed Plan covers all my instructions from top to bottom in a step by step manner.
Not bad at all man. I have framed houses out here in AZ for over 25 years and ill have to say your pretty smart guy for not being a carpenter. Other than a few things that I think were not needed you did a great job, nice work bro.
who cares if you messed up a few things, its how you learn, the shed still works and the labor was free. Good job
@@joeguy1240 looks fine and saved himself a ton of money
@@joeguy1240 you learn from your mistakes, shed will do just fine
@@joeguy1240 #TRIGGERED LMFAO
I always said; if you dont try it you will never learn.
Your shed looks great! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us! I built an 8x10 shed for my kids in my backyard earlier this year using plans I got from *WoodBlueprints. Com* Clear directions and an accurate materials list...It was great for a novice builder like myself!
Great job it's almost like building a house you put a lot of work into this project and show some a detailed description of how to build a shed starting with the foundation correctly. I appreciate that you took your time to show your viewer's some of the problems they may encounter along the way. And how to overcome adversity.
Well done, great job.
Looks amazing great job
When you're framing the walls, instead of measuring and marking every 16", cut a piece of 2x4 to 14.5 inches long, then use it as a spacer. Nail up the first one, put the spacer in, nail the second one, move the spacer, nail another... all the way down. You don't have to measure anything.
no body does that when laying out top and bottom plates, its inacurrate
if you nail studs slightly crooked it stays inacurrate threw entire wall
@@jsmith1654 You just use the spacer in the same spot at the top and bottom of the wall. You end up with perfectly vertical studs with the right spacing.
@@brianlanning836 not if the studs are twisted
all it takes is one twisted stud, and your off 16 inch on centers
Very nicely done !! Both on the shelf and the video. I'm definitely going to be building something close to this. I live in a mobile home and I don't have a garage so I want to build something like this for a woodworking shop. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts, talent and video, Rodney
amazing! love watching these diy videos and you did an EXCELLENT job!
Thank you! Cheers!
Thank you for this insightful how to on building a shed, very helpful.
I think that there’s something wrong with me. I just can’t get enough of these “shed build” video’s.
They’re just so addictive. Yes, I do build stuff like sheds and carports at home but, this is becoming an obsession!
Great video.
addicted to shed builds, you say?! doing anything this weekend...?
You have an absolutely gorgeous view!!
Kudos for the Video! Apologies for butting in, I would love your initial thoughts. Have you ever tried - Mahorrla Wooden Paradise Method (just google it)? It is an awesome one off guide for building better sheds and woodworking minus the hard work. Ive heard some interesting things about it and my cooworker after many years got excellent results with it.
I am not in the construction industry nor am I a carpenter, I wanted a good guide to help with small projects such as small sheds and some remodeling around the house. So there’s a magic which is Shed Plan [ visit here *WoodBlueprints. Com* ]. This Shed Plan covers all my instructions from top to bottom in a step by step manner.
I like the fact you took it to your own hands instead of buying Tuff shed for twice the price plus labor cost. Unnecessary cost that most people don’t realize how much money you save DIYing yourself. I looked up the value of the size of your shed around local home improvement stores they all came close to the same amount 100$ difference between them but its over 15000$ when its all built. You probably built it for not even half that amount. Smart move on your side, self sufficiency! Good job.
My hat is off to you. I could never do one of these videos - the viewers would drive me crazy. Judging from the comments everyone on YT expects people who post videos to be professionals. This is just a DIY'er documenting his experiences - mistakes and all - with the idea it might actually inform someone who is contemplating building their own shed. Heck- it might even convince some people that they SHOULD hire a pro! And on the subject of pro's: if you are in the trades - it's fine to point out some issues (like the joist hangers) or suggest another way of doing things. But don't suggest that pro's don't make mistakes. The trades are like all other professions - some great builders; most average; and some (okay - a lot) are not very good at all. I see a lot of mistakes made by people in the trades. Finally maybe people should read through some of the comments before asking a question (like about 101 people who asked, "How much did it cost?" For the record: about $2,600 USD.
Oh man, this comment x1000!
I want to add that these types of wood for floors are prone to absorbing moisture underneath faster than plywood. If you apply some protection like paint or oil coating to prevent moisture from absorbing into the wood so it will not rot down the road. Also the gap below the shed is the perfect hiding place for rats, mice, skunks etc. to live.
Good tips. It would have been a good idea to paint that bottom facing side.
If anything stood out like a sore thumb, it was exactly that. Too low to the ground to not have a water sealant or a 100% pressure treated floor, not just the skids. At a minimum, he should wrap some kind of wire screen around the floor.
Very nicely made video. Just a few points for other DIYers watching. I think these points may be mentioned in previous comments as well. All structural parts such as floor, frame and roof should be nailed. Screws are much more brittle than nails and can snap when subjected to structural stress. All wood used in the floor should be ground contact or coated. Even though the floor does not come into contact with the ground, it is still exposed to the elements. The piers should be every 4 feet.
Brian Moore What do you mean wood from should be ground contact?
@@GMrealYT The wood used for the floor should be treated lumber rated for ground contact. Even though it will not come into contact with the ground, it will be subject to extreme conditions. The alternative would be to coat the wood with an exterior rated coating.
@@brianmoore3294 Thanks Brian. Is it good enough to put my timber floor joists directly onto mud/concrete (the shed will go over both) or do I need something under that?
@@GMrealYT If you have a concrete pad you don't need floor joists at all. The floor should never sit directly on the ground (mud).
That was great video thank you for sharing this
Wow, 2 million views, that's crazy! I would not have buried the foundation blocks. More air flow. Ramps are easy. Less fuss, less mess, less cost. Also, I will only use screws and torx at that. A few companies make exterior torx self threading screws. They are awesome and you can use them at the end of boards with zero splitting. I used them when building a 32' ATV bridge. Saved me tons of time.
46:21 Wow, nice view you got there!
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Yeah but the neighbor's house is 6 feet away, my nearest neighbor is 3 miles away and the ADK mtns are my backyard.
This guys talking about joints and staggering and all kinds of shit I like him
lol
Please step away from the tools
1:09:35. I’d just get on the roof and stare at the mountains for hours. I’ve lived in Chicago my entire life, and would LOVE to have that view!!!
I would rather live in that shed than in Chicago.
Nice Work and thanks for the video.
Nice video! Side note: the long edge of the Z-flashing goes behind the upper piece, not on the outside of the lower piece.
Yes i agree. And it was a great job ti show people that are learning. Great point you just wrote.
cheers bro, very detailed information, gonna build one just like it here in the 🇬🇧 🇬🇧 🇬🇧 👍👍👌👌
Have you built it yet bud ?
Not yet bro
@@HAPPYCAMPER20101 ah cool.
I'm taking my 1st year at college in carpenter this year.
Hopefully one day ill build a cabin.
Good luck fez, look forward to seeing your build on here👍👍
great build and very informative
Thanks . I love the details and explanation.
Tip! Tongue always goes into the groove when laying sheets so don't damage tongue!
Isn't it the same?
Dan Grimes No! Lay sacrificial 2x4 on groove side pushing tongue into groove with sledge for tight fit! If hit tongue side with 2x4 it gets damaged and next sheet is a fight! Honestly! Was not being know it all troll! Just the way it's done properly
What time of video was this so I can see what your talking about ?
when i built our shed i used a plan from *WoodBlueprints. Com* and it had .all the blueprints, supplies, materials, and list well laid out for me.
I've been looking for a video on how to expand a shed by six feet or so. Can't find any.
Remember on screwing down your deck, or roofing plywood. One screw every 6 inches on each side of your joints and one screw every 8 inches into each joist in the field of the plywood. This is usually the standard practice. Same holds true for 4 x 8 siding.
Great job on the project !
You put the z flash upside down. The tall side goes behind the siding.
Looks like you're out west where no snow, or not wet and heavy snow like here in the Northeast. Anyone building that in snow country I would suggest collar ties down lower on the rafters, or even some ceiling joists, which could also be used as overhead shelving. Sometimes we can get 20" of snow, and then a rain...then you have several tons wet snow on the roof. Those ridge gussets would not be adequate and the rafters could deflect the walls outward. Something to think about...and could be easily added later. Your wall error was no biggie. Just start the plywood on a 16 oc stud and cut off the small waste/error beyond the outside corner. Should squeeze gutter seal into those drip edge corners from the back side. Looks good. Nice video !
Thanks for tips! I thought about collars for the rafters. We do get some snow here, but usually 6 inches is about the biggest storms of the season. Probably still a good idea as you suggest.
LOOK LIKE YOU ARE THE BEST IN TOWN! GENIUS!
I am not in the construction industry nor am I a carpenter, I wanted a good guide to help with small projects such as small sheds and some remodeling around the house. So there’s a magic which is Shed Plan [ visit here *WoodBlueprints. Com* ]. This Shed Plan co.vers all my instructions from top to bottom in a step by step manner.
Pretty awesome build
If you lay plastic, then gravel on top of it, you trap even more moisture underneath the building, due to the water now sitting on the plastic.....
Yeah, realized later that was sort of a nice wrong thought...
How much was the complete build on materials thanks
Great video. Very informative. Thanks a lot.
Excellent job, I learned a lot.
pls post a build sheet for the rough materials used including quantities for each...mucho gracious.
"I don't know who names these things... " :)))) well said
i have learned quit alot on this video, thank you ! i have a tip for you, out side screws you can round out wih drill bit and cant be unscrewed !
I used carriage bolts vise screws on both doors of my shed I built. Plus I installed foam strip around the door. So when it’s closed, no water will get into the shed.
Love it freaking awesome!!! How much was total cost???
2,600$ (Description)
@@emin.k I did a 12 x14 just like yours with a cement floor for $1,100 six years ago
they are called RING SHANK NAILS
outstanding DIY build. Thanks for all the tips. Now I feel more equipped to build my own 12x16 shed I wanted to dofor ever. Thanks, Don D. Gardnerville Nv.
Go for it!
Nice job! 👍
Ruffly how much did you pay in material? You inspired me! I'm going to do it.
I would like to know how much too
You put the z channel in backwards
I wasn't sure on that, so I guessed! Good to know for others watching!
Your shed looks great! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us! I built an 8x10 shed for my kids in my backyard earlier this year using plans I got from *WoodBlueprints. Com* Clear directions and an accurate materials list...It was great for a novice builder like myself!
@@rachelharada2624 You can get those prints and plans for free on Pinterest.
YU did a great JOB ..... Thank U for showing it ....
Great job
The neighbor was like "oh he's filming again. Time to mow the lawn."
the best results that I have had was with the Wilfs Shed Formula (just google it) definately the most incredible course i've tried.
so with the high speed video are those velocirafters?
thats funny lol
Ninnette Cahra fuck off
Great Job Brother!!!
Great video. You explained everything. Others just assume that you know certain things. Thank you. Most informative video I’ve seen.
I'm watching this for the second time because it's the exact same size I want to build. Have you had any problem with only 9 pier blocks instead of 12 ?? Did you paint or weather proof bottom of the floor or use pressure treated on 2x4 floor and joist?? Thanks Rodney I hope you don't mind me asking questions
I haven't had any issues at all, but if I were to do it again, I'd probably weather proof the bottom
Throw a sheet of visqueen or house wrap vapor barrier on top of floor joists under floor sheathing. You could also paint or use foundation tar sealer painted on the underside of floor sheathing before installing. Even in dry climates moisture permeation can be a problem at certain times of the year so this is an important thing to consider.
2x4 joist spanning 6 feet? Has the floor started sagging yet?
No sagging at all, but the span is more like 5' because of my overhang on each end
Great job.
Thank you for doing this
I can't wait for my little house to be built where my mom's trailer use to be
enjoyed your video. I did notice one mistake on the side wall w no window. You ran your first top plate and the end did not fall on a stud, I see you tried to scab it, but your supposed to cut that top plate to the center of the stud and fill the last piece to top plate so it has half a stud to attach and run the rest of the top plate to corner. It wont collapse tho, lol. . You have no snow to worry about, not much wieght
when i built our shed i used a plan from *WoodBlueprints. Com* and it had all the blueprints, supplies, materials, and list well laid out for me.
It snows in Utah
Really solid shed. Love it.
Oh, by the way. Really nice shouting star @ 1:13:45. Awesome!!! God Bless Bud.
that was a jet.