Videos in the Series

• 

  Introduction: 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.

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Install a Block Foundation

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

• 

  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.

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Building a Gable-End Wall, Pt. 1

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

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Building a Gable-End Wall, Pt. 2

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

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Building the Bearing Walls

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

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Build the Roof (Part 1)

  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

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Build the Roof (Part 2)

  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

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Installing Trim

  Learn how installing trim can easily dress up the shed to give it a finished look

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Installing Windows and Doors

  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.

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Installing Lap and Shingle Siding

  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

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Install Architectural Shingles

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

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Foundation System

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

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Siding Options

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

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Accessorize Your Shed

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

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Shelving and Storage Options

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

• 

  Build a Tool Shed Series: Landscaping Completes the Look

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

• 

  Shortcuts to a Shed

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