Because of zoning requirements, we cannot build anything larger than an 8X10′ shed. This is the style of shed that we want:
But the smallest this comes in is 8X12. I would think this style of shed would work in an 8X10 size, with just a single window next to the door, instead of two. However, I have not seen anyone who sells this, or has plans for this.
Has anyone seen anyone with plans or pre-built sheds like this?
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I don't remember the size, but I found the plans for one at the Simpson display. You could easily modify it if it wasn't the correct size. The kit comes with all the zinc fasteners, etc and the plans for cutting the lumber.
Also check Lee Valley for kit plans or just wing it. It isn't that hard.
I just built an 8x10 with a loft and overhanging porch roof...just made it up as I went. I have some pics in the camera of it finished. Here it is in the framing stage:
Have you googled shed plans? there are a lot out there.
That being said, dig in, with our help, we will get you through it without plans!
MANUP, plans are for women!!!
Edited 7/23/2008 3:44 pm ET by frammer52
Yup, I have googled and googled. Haven't seen anything for what I'm looking for. 8X10 is not a very popular size, and all the plans for that size usually have a different design.
Guess what, I built one for myself, dig in we will help you! (8x10)
If you put the door on the gable end it is easier! Then go to the lumber yard and find some windows that will fit in an opening between 2' on center studs and now your talking!!
Edited 7/23/2008 4:00 pm ET by frammer52
Just a couple of thoughts. I stick built a number of sheds for myself & friends/relatives over the years and have developed some preferences.
I would rather build it myself than assemble a kit. It comes out better, usually costs less and I always prefer to use 2x4 construction 16" centers since it does not really add much cost and allows better interior usage as far as shelves and hanging hooks, etc. Most kits seem to use 2x3 on 24" centers and just seem flimsy.
I also see no point in wasting wall space to have windows. I am not living in the shed and don't want to spend more time in there than needed so more wall space trumps added ventilation.
Unless you need to match an existing style I like to use a 12/12 pitch roof. This looks good and gives me the ability to use a "loft" arrangement to give additional inside storage up high for out of season stuff. I also add gable vents to breakup the large gable expanse and give some ventilation.
I prefer to side with t1-11 plywood(unless you need to match the house siding) since it acts as the sheathing and finished walls at the same time It is also forgiving if you need to repair or add to it. In fact I just added some lights on either side of the door and it was easy to cut some holes and install some boxes and mount the lights. If I had used vinyl siding it would have been a project to remove and reinstall the siding around the mounting plates. The t1-11 also makes it easy to hang brackets for plants, etc. since you know where the studs are.
The photo you provided shows 2 doors. On an 8x10 floor plan this eats up too much space. I usually make 2 doors from a single 4x8 sheet of t1-11 and this gives me a "french door" set up with on "fixed" and one operating panel. The "fixed" panel can opened by pulling the spring loaded top catch but most of the time the single 2ft opening is enough. Having the 8ft high door is nicer than a standard 6'8" also.
I can usually build it in a day, with some helpers and it actually is fun to do.
Good luck.
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Forget the kit. Goto Lowes, look at one of their sheds, then go home and build one.
It shouldnt be too difficult.