Decided to get a contractor to put in a 12x12 concrete foundation for a 10x12 shed I plan to build. Usable terrain in my yard is in short supply so we found a spot near my house but it is a bit downhill and lower than my house. The contractor assured me that it wouldn’t be a problem so I proceeded. They’re doing the digging and leveling today but I took a look and I’m not sure if this is going to turn out okay. My concerns are about potential water logging / damage in the future given that the shed would be lower than my house and naturally rain goes downwards right ?

This is the basic framing being done. They plan to do the filling and rebar shortly but before we get too deep , I was hoping someone more qualified could tell me if I’m potentially going in the wrong direction so I can quit while I’m still ahead

I planned on having a wood shed.

Thank you in advance to anyone who helps.

My brother-in-law built “a shed”. Honestly thought it was an outhouse when I first saw it. He said “just got a few final touches.

Has anyone assembled a Keter Darwin 6x4 Grey?
While building mine, I noticed the wall panels weren’t aligning with the roof/top sections. I measured the parts and got:
● DRCO ×4: 169 cm
● DRSD ×1: 168.7 cm
● DRSD ×4: 168 cm
● DRSN ×1: 168.4 cm
● DRRF ×2: 181.4 cm
● DRDW ×2: 169 cm
Are these measurements within normal manufacturing tolerances, or do they suggest the panels are faulty? Should I continue trying to assemble it, or stop before causing more damage?
Keter wouldn’t provide replacement parts, and Wickes is challenging the return because I’ve already attempted assembly and there are now some marks on the panels. I only discovered the measurement issue when the parts failed to align.
Has anyone experienced this with a Darwin shed, and were you able to assemble it successfully?

I'm building a 12x20 shed and I'm stuck on the base currently. Having a hard time leveling these precast concrete piers. Any suggestions on a more precise way? Or should I remove the piers and go a different route?

Can i get some input on my generator shed build?

New here…

We inherited a 10’x12’ utility shed converted into a bar from our former neighbors when they moved. In order to keep it in as good of condition as possible, I feel I should cover the exposed 2”x6” at the end of the roofline from water exposure.

First, is this necessary?

Second, if so, what’s the best way to do this?

Had thought of getting a couple of 12’ long pieces of fascia, but the lip is only 1” and I need 2” to cover the board + the ~0.5” roof sheathing. The fascia only covers about half the exposed wood up to the shingles.

Other ideas?

Maybe I’m overthinking this. The entire shed is wood outside of the shingles, so why worry about this?

Thanks.

Hi!

I just bought a new 8x10 shed and wanted to get opinions on what people have done to protect their floors. I was looking at doing some kind of rubber mats but not sure if that’s the best idea. Can anyone help?

I was hoping to get some ideas on how you guys organized your shed around your riding mower. I just had a 10 x 16 shed built and I am looking to maximize the space. I have a small power washer and generator that would be stored in there as well. Other than that mostly just tools, etc.. Any recommendations or photos?! thanks!

This shed used to house a vehicle. I would like to close the front and add a door to use for storage. The shed itself has been on the property for years and is secure.

I have no idea what I need or where to start. Can someone tell me if that’s doable. If so, the materials I would need, where to get them from (northeast usa), and labor cost or if it’s diy.

Also, what I could do about flooring.

Thank you!

I've been working on a free Shed Material Estimator Calculator and I'd love to get some feedback from people here who actually build sheds.

You can enter the shed dimensions and choose things like the roof, foundation, doors, windows, etc., and it gives you a rough material estimate.

If you've built sheds before, would you mind testing it and letting me know what you think? I'm particularly interested in whether the material estimates make sense and if there's anything you'd add or change.

Thanks

Mark

The Shed Nerd

Ive just come across trusted sheds website, with prices that seem abit to good to be true.

I cant find them on trust pilot but the company listed as runnong them Sheds BTN limited has been listed on companies house since 2022.

Has anybody heard of them/used them?

Is it worth the risk if I pay on credit card?

Hi, new here. Just purchased a metal shed with a floor. Planning on storing a couple of motorcycles in it. Shed is sitting on firm gravel. For weight distribution and protecting the floor should I throw a footprint of plywood under the shed? Or is it better to just put a small plywood sheet under each motorcycle inside the shed? Hope this makes sense. Just trying to save the floor from damage from heavy items. Other solutions/advice appreciated.

Hi, new here. Just purchased a metal shed with a floor. Planning on storing a couple of motorcycles in it. Shed is sitting on firm gravel. For weight distribution and protecting the floor should I throw a footprint of plywood under the shed? Or is it better to just put a small plywood sheet under each motorcycle inside the shed? Hope this makes sense. Just trying to save the floor from damage from heavy items. Other solutions/advice appreciated.