Installing Trim on a Simple Tool Shed

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

Locate, square, and level your shed foundation quickly using the floor framing as a template

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

While simple to accomplish, this advanced technique of framing and siding a wall before raising is a real time saver

Install the window, trim, and shingles to the gable-end wall then lift it into place

Learn a valuable wall-building technique that applies to any house as well as this shed

In the first part of this two-part episode, Rick and Mac get started building the roof by laying out and building the roof trusses

In the second part of our episode on framing the shed roof, you'll see the framing come together as Rick and Mac install the site-built roof trusses and sheathing

Learn how to install trim to dress up a shed for a finished look.

Learn the ins and outs of installing windows and doors in this episode of our series How to Build a Shed. Rick takes you from a framed opening to a finished installation with his fool-proof process.

In this episode of How to Build a Shed learn two sure-fire techniques to side an exterior wall with lap siding or shingle siding

Learn time-saving tricks for handling shingles on a steep roof as well as tips on reducing waste.

Learn the basics of the most common shed foundations and what to consider when deciding on the right foundation for you

Get an overview of siding options for your shed as Rick explains his choices for siding materials

Build a ramp for easy access to larger yard equipment. Also, watch as Mac assembles a small planter box to spruce up the front

Rick describes his favorite choices for site-built shelving and other ways to make the most of your shed

For this video, Rick enlists the folks at Fine Gardening Magazine. Learn how top-notch techniques from landscaping professionals completes the cottage look.

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