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Guide to Building Sheds

We've compiled our favorite articles and videos to help you build your own shed, from setting a solid foundation to installing the roof, and everything in between.

When built well, a shed can be both practical and aesthetically appealing, and it doesn’t have to break the bank. If you’re looking to try your hand at everything, building a shed is great project that incorporates all sorts of construction techniques such as laying a foundation, framing, and roofing. And depending on your skill level, you can scale the level of detail up or down.

Whether you’re looking to build a no-frills tool shed or a decorative structure, this collection of Fine Homebuilding articles will help you build one perfect for you and your home.

  • How-To 1
    Build a Budget-Friendly Shed

    Affordably get ample storage space and classic styling by using simple construction details and traditional materials.

  • How-To 2
    Build an Antique-Style Post-and-Beam Shed with Modern Construction Details

    Sturdy metal hardware takes the place of traditional, time-consuming timber-frame joinery in this contemporary take on the classic storage shed.

  • How-To 3
    Build a Timber-Frame Shed

    What could be better? Learn the basics of timber-framing and get an outbuilding in the process.

  • How-To 4
    How to Build a Foundation and Frame a Floor for a Garden Shed

    Construct a sturdy platform for your outdoor storage space out of compacted gravel, concrete blocks, and pressure-treated 4x4s

  • How-To 5
    Video Series: How To Build a Simple but Sturdy Tool Shed

    Build a classic shed with digital plans, a series of videos, and trade secrets and time savers from the pros.

  • How-To 6
    Shortcuts to a Shed
    Shortcuts to a Shed

    Time-saving tips about planning, materials, and construction that will get any outbuilding up in a hurry.

  • How-To 7
    Build An Heirloom Garden Shed

    Anything but typical, this handsome outbuilding can be built by one person in about a week

  • How-To 8
    Video Series: How to Build a Garden Shed

    See the step-by-step process as we fabricate and assemble all the parts of this garden shed, including the tips and techniques you’ll need to know to build one for yourself.

  • How-To 9
    Simple, Elegant Trim for a Shed

    Although clean and unadorned, this revival of a Shaker exterior trim package is more complex than it appears.

  • Design 10
    The Sky’s the Limit With These Flat-Packed Modern Sheds

    If you need an outbuilding or accessory dwelling and you don't want to build it from scratch, Studio Shed offers customizable high-quality kits for compact storage spaces, bright and airy guest cottages, and everything in between.

  • 11
    Begin With the End in Mind: Shed Layout and Floor Framing

    Layout considerations begin before the first board is cut or fastener is driven. Beginning with the end in mind will assure optimal results for your shed project.

  • How-To 12
    Building a Shed? Get the Site, Footings, and Floor Frame Right

    The floor and foundation for a small outbuilding can be simple and easy to install compared to that of a bigger building, but you will want to get the details right if you want your shed to last.

  • How-To 13
    Shed Floor Framing Basics

    Get your shed off to a good start. Learn how to size, cut, and assemble a square and level floor frame for your shed.

  • Design 14
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    Traditional Sheds

    Design a functional and stylish shed by considering size, location, style, windows, doors, and construction methods.

  • How-To 15
    Streamlined Woodshed
    Build a Modular Modern Woodshed

    Designed to be erected in a day, this shed for storing firewood uses readily available materials and basic tools.

  • Design 16
    Garden Sheds With Style

    By paying attention to scale and siting thoughtfully, you can transform a storage shed into a garden shed

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