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When saving money is important, building or buying a shed can seem like an expensive project; that was until you found the right Plans for Building a Shed. I found that even with a basic understanding of wood working, ordinary people like you and I can build a shed from plans that can be adapted for different uses. For example, take a simple shed plan, frame in a window, and voila you have a workshop or garden shed, alternatively remove all the windows and turn a simple shed into a place for secure storage.
Now if the quality of your shed is important, then don't waste time and money on Free Plans as you will quickly learn that nothing is for nothing in this world. Free Plans do cost as they will not include the materials list you require when you visit the building supplier and will miss crucial information and attention to detail that will ultimately lead to confusion, frustration and more than likely an incomplete shed in your backyard. Now that's a waste of time and money.
So here are a few points to consider when building your own Shed
1. Time, Quality, Cost
Start by finding the right plans for building a shed. You will be able to complete your project in less time and without hassle as they provide easy to follow step by step instructions and guidelines.
2. Location, Location, Location
Before you start building a shed, first determine what you plan to use it for. Will it be a storage shed, a garden shed, tool shed, utility shed, wood shed, something as small as a lean to shed or something as big as a barn, it's important to know the intended use so you can decide on the size and type of materials to use.
Once you have determined the purpose of your shed, the location is the most important factors you need to consider. Carefully plan it according to the following considerations:
Distance from your property line
Local building code in your area
Direction of sunlight
Connection to utility lines
3. Foundation
When it comes to building the foundation, usually the two options are either make a concrete slab to build your shed on or dig the ground and fill it with gravel.
4. Materials
If you want it to be made of renewable resources, use wood as your frame material. Cedar is the ideal type of wood; it's light, permeable and maintains its size and shape despite daily wear and tear.
5. Internals
You can fit out the inside exactly as you want depending upon its use. Allow plenty of room for storage if it is to be used as a gardening shed. If it's primarily going to be your workshop you can build a workbench with a peg board for storage of your tools.
6. Lighting
When you build your own shed from a plan you will be able to place windows where you need them and make the best use of all important natural light. You may also choose to add sky lights; this will be a great benefit if using your shed as a workshop.
Follow the above guidelines and you won't go far wrong!
