How to Build a Gravel Shed Foundation
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Table of Contents
00:00 - Introduction
0:32 - Why install a gravel shed foundation?
2:00 - Step 1: Select the site
5:17 - Step 2: Supplies & Materials
12:10 - Step 3: Marking the Corners
13:44 - Step 4: Measuring Slope
15:04 - Step 5: Excavating the Site
15:48 - Step 6: Perimeter Install
18:40 - Step 7: Add Bracing
19:48 - Step 8: Anchor Foundation
20:27 - Step 9: Level & Backfill Dirt
21:12 - Step 10: Stabilization Fabric
21:35 - Step 11: Adding Gravel
22:08 - Step 12: Tamping the Gravel
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Great video, super-detailed! Question: where can i find the Class 3 Stabilization Fabric that you mentioned. Can it be found in the Orange or Blue stores? I can't find reference to Class 3 ratings at either big box store except for buying massive 12.5' X 432' rolls for almost $600. Probably works great for a contractor, but not so practical for regular guys like me! Any suggestions?
Alejandro, that's a great question...we buy ours wholesale, so it's not an issue we've faced. I don't know the exact class rating of this product, but glancing over the listing it looks like it should be sufficient for a shed foundation, especially if the dirt is packed well. And it's under $100. www.amazon.com/ArmorLay-Commercial-Grade-Driveway-Fabric/dp/B074MDB596?th=1
Let us know if you come up with something else so we can pass it on to others!
Many thanks for the suggestion! They also sell a 12.5'X50' size that's only $47, and that should cover my needs. I'll be installing on Thursday, so I'll try to remember to come back here and let you know!
Awesome, sounds good!
Alejandro Vieira, the 12.5 x 50- was that “US 200”? Was it exactly what they are talking about in this video- the 220lb tensile strength and 90lb puncture strength? I got a quote (US Fabrics Inc.) for 12.5 x 50 and it was $99.36! If you got it cheaper, would you share where you got it?
I think this is the first comment on TH-cam that I’ve made (and I’ve watched a lot of instructional videos on TH-cam!). This was an excellent video from all angles....clear, concise, documented, well-presented, appropriate accompanying video,....just a completely great tutorial. I built my foundation just as specified and it turned out great! Thank you so much!
That's great to hear! Glad it turned out well for you.
And btw...go pack go ;D
The level of detail is great!
I've been a builder for many years and have seen quite a fair bit of sheds. The plans in ryan's package th-cam.com/users/postUgkxB7IXYxLzb_Ichhe45zM3Im5xfEiSp9vB have some of the nicest looking sheds i've seen in a while.
I rarely leave comments but felt compelled for this video as it was everything a tutorial should be, clear, detailed and concise. Like others, the video gave me the confidence and knowledge to do the project myself and for that I am extremely grateful. Literally started the project this morning with the gravel arriving at 8 am and then a trip to the blue store. At the end of the day the is site excavated, perimeter fixed and rebar in place, landscapers mat down and half the gravel in place. This old man needs a break after that! Will finish this weekend with the foundation for a 10 x 12 shed. Many thanks for a great video, truly helpful.
Thanks for the comment, Stuart! It's great to hear that you were able to tackle the job with the info provided here. Best of luck with the remainder of the project!
A video which is totally clear to understand & no wasting time gabbing through 3/4 of it all on how Co got started & etc.
Very, very informative & detailed/ A great help! Been a long time since I did this type of work 45 + yrs , and a lot refreshed my memory.
Thorough video! This covers everything. Don't be intimidated. Watch again and again and take notes. Do it right the first time!
Glad it was helpful!
Of the hours of shed related info, this was have down the most comprehensive and digestible. Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
That was a great video, brother. I was thinking of going with a concrete pad for my shed but this video convinced me otherwise. Thank you, kindly.
Glad it was helpful!
Awesome video, super helpful and thorough. Thanks!
Thanks for the video. Very well explained every detailed step by step. I will be following this blueprint. Thanks again. It deserves a trophy 🏆
Glad it was helpful!
Exactly what I needed for my upcoming projects. Thank you for taking the time to create and post this video for us DIY'ers!
You are so welcome!
Been watching videos one after another and haven’t seen any video as best or detailed as yours! Finally feel confident in starting this project for my shed thanks to your in depth video! Thanks!
This is the best video on building a gravel foundation I've found. Great job!
IMPRESSIVE TUTORIAL! Thank you for taking the time to put this together. Gives me the confidence to try this myself.
Great! Hope your project goes well!
This is the most comprehensive video I’ve seen. Exactly what I need. Thank you so much for being so detailed. Excellent video. Just subscribed!
Awesome, thank you!
Well, I was about to say how extremely thorough this video was ... and I mean it ... then I read the other comments. They all pretty much say the same thing. But really, other videos weren't close to how well done this video is. Thanks very much!
You're welcome! Glad it was helpful!
I've watched tons of instructional videos here on TH-cam and have learned quite a bit. This is probably the most thorough video that I have seen. It goes into great detail to give you all of the points you need to consider when building a shed foundation. Bravo!
I have been watching a lot of videos on this gravel based foundation but this is the best. Lovely explanation so even a layman like me can understand. Excellent work.
Wow, thank you!
Hands down the best video on this topic that I've watched... detailed, and I like that you don't just explain what you're doing but you also explain why. Thanks for a great resource!
Glad it was helpful!
One of the best instructional videos on construction projects I've found. Great job!
Wow, thanks!
This is the best made video for gravel foundation I've found so far. Thank you for the great work!
Wow, thank you!
Like the others have said, this is exactly what I have been looking for. Thank you!!!
You're welcome Shaun! Hope your project turns out well! If you need more info, we also have an article that on our website with more photos, etc. www.siteprep.com/how-to-install-a-gravel-shed-foundation/
great vid! I've watched 5 videos this morning looking for an answer about fabric whether or not you should bother with it. Your detail in the video is amazing
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent video. Detailed. I've watched over 20 videos over the past month to get educated on how to make a gravel pad. This one has the most important details (ie, how to mark the corners, how to do a foundation on both a slope and a hill - which we have). The chapters are also very helpful as we had to go back and check steps several times. Thank you!
Awesome, thank you!
FANTASTIC VIDEO!! This is what i needed! I'm not building a shed, however what i'm building (platform for my 275 gallon IBC totes) requires this type of foundation. I suck at making a section of my yard level and have searched and searched for videos that explain in detail how to do that. Your video helped me understand how to!! So thankful for this video. Again, this is a nicely detailed video on how to level grade. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
Awesome, glad it was helpful! We've actually built several of these pads specifically for totes and/or water tanks! Best wishes with your project!
Excellent information and presentation. Thank you!
I followed your instructions and now my 11x15 pad looks great! Thanks, this was the best shed pad video I found on YT.
Glad it helped!
Very good instructional video. Guy knows what he's talking about. Best practice video right here.
Thanks, glad you found it helpful!
This video and your blog post are insanely helpful. Thank you so much!
The most comprehensive video to date. Covers range of topic.
Thank you!
Excellent video! I feel like a pro now. I've no doubt when I try this on my own, reality will set in and have me coming back to rewatch this. My last shed was pipe cemented in place so I never considered anchoring my new one! Thanks
Best of luck!
The best and most detailed video i found, thank you!
Maybe the Best Instructional Presentation of any of many TH-cam videos I have viewed.
Thank you.
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Honestly this is the BEST and most STRAIGHFORWARD video that literally answered all my questions from start to finish. THANK YOU!
You're so welcome!
Fantastic video! Super thorough and clear. Thank you!
Excellent video. This answered all of my questions on this topic. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for all the effort and expertise that went into this video. So thorough and well thought out.
You're most welcome!
Great step by step, now I am ready for my shed. Thank you for putting this together!
You are welcome. Glad it was helpful!
Excellent detail-oriented video instruction. Fabulous!
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This is the best video on this topic I have found. Thank you!
Wow, thank you!
Exceptional video. Every facet perfectly explained. Thank you so much!!
Thanks, glad you found it helpful! Are you planning to install a shed soon?
I've watched several gravel pad prep videos for the shed I plan to have delivered and this is the most comprehensive. It's particularly helpful in dealing with a slope, as the location I have is sloped about 4" and I was not sure how to position the 4x6 frame. After watching this, I now feel able to tackle this project with confidence.
Thanks Lanita! Best wishes for your project!
Very well detailed! Thank you for your video!
Been searching for days for this kind of information! Perfect for my tiny cabin base. Thanks
Awesome! Glad it was helpful!
Really useful: More detailed than I need but great at explaining just what benefits come from which actions. Thanks.
Thanks Alastair! Glad you found it helpful!
Thank you so much. This was so informative without a whole lot of extra blah blah that I don’t need. Thank you so much.❤
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for the video. It made it so much easier. My first gravel pad could’ve done it without your video.
This is the perfect video. I have to dig and build up because of about a foot drop in 10 feet. You hit all my concerns in this video.
Great!
A heartfelt thank you for your hugely informative contribution.
Thanks, Neal!
Great description of creating a foundation for a building. Well done!
Thank you guys.
I followed these instructions to the letter to build my shed foundation 3 yrs ago and it is still going strong after 3 Canadian winters
I just need to periodically pick weeds out of the gravel
Thank you for being so detailed yet so concise.
You are welcome!
Fantastic video. Thank you so much for taking the time to put this together.
Glad it was helpful!
Great job! This presentation is detailed and concise.
Thank you.
Best How to video I have ever watched!!! Great Job!
Wow, thanks!
BEST hot to instructions to prepare for a shed👍🏽,thank you.
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Great video. A lesson of construction technology.
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Thanks this is awesome! I looked at 15 other videos before I finally found the right one! I'm actually building an RV pad with an RV Carport and this is a great design for that as well! Bravo....
Glad to hear that! Let us know how it turns out!
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Thanks for an excellent informative video , I learned a lot.
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Clearly translated, great information..keep up the good work!
Thanks.👍
Thanks!
Damn, now this is how you educate! Great video
Thanks!
Very Informative! Thanks, even though this is way outside of my skill set, I have a better understanding of what's needed to get the job done.
You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful!
Great educational video and support details I flow step by step help me finish my foundation project. Thank you, thank you, and thank you.
You're welcome! Glad it was helpful!
Great video, step by step, very easy to understand.
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Man! Just found you channel through a website that was talking about best material for a hot tub base. This is a great video. Very torough and very well explained. Will come back to this when im ready to build mine!
Great, welcome! We actually have some content on our website about gravel hot tub bases specifically!
www.siteprep.com/gravel-bases-for-hot-tubs/
Outstanding video. Thank you for educating!!
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Well done dude very well explained and helpful for everyone
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Great video, thank you. I've been wracking my brain around a shed pad that goes down a mild 4" slope (door opens on the low end). I'm using 2 courses of 4x4x8 and 10 but this is extremely helpful.
Never thought about using gravel instead of pavers or concrete for my future shed. I certainly do like the thought of any rain water not collecting under or around the shed. Thanks for the informative video.
You bet!
So well smooth explained, wish he will come and set up my new shed ❤
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super great video!!
Thank you, very informative, I’ve got this now.
Great!
Thank you for putting this video out is was very helpful.
You're very welcome!
Thank you for this great tutorial!
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Can't say enough good about this video. Thanks.
So nice of you! Thanks!
Thanks for being so clear!
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Excellent guide. Thank you.
You're welcome!
Great video. I've watched this multiple times and it's such great information. I'm working on doing my gravel foundation myself, so I really appreciate all this information.
Glad it was helpful! Good luck with your project!
Great video!! Thank you!!
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Excellent video! Thank you🙂
You are welcome!
Absolutely great video, thank you for the information. 👍👍👍
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great video, to the point/complete
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Awesome presentation.
Thank you kindly!
Outstanding video! I wish you guys were in central florida and could make my gravel foundation for my new shed! Great info and great detail! Thanks!
Thank you, Kum!
Did you make a gravel foundation? I am in South FL with nothing but sand and trying to determine if this will work for my shed. Thanks
This was fantastic!
Great!
I can not agree anymore very informative thank you!!
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Great video
Thanks!
Very informative 👏.. Best video by far
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Excellent....and I'm from New Zealand. So thanks.
Our pleasure! And hi from the other side of the globe. :)
Great video boss ! Keep it up
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Very informative video. Thank you
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So helpful! Thank you!
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Great video 👍 Thank You
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great video. Definitely helpful
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Awesome video. So could you maybe give out a list of the necessary tools, hair products and any other materials needed? Any help is appreciated thanks man
Would you mind reaching out to us in order to assist you better? www.siteprep.com/
thanks for the yard calc. this is a great vid.
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Very helpful video!👌👌
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Thank you
Great video. Thank you for taking the time to publish and share it. I like how you showed how to anchor the foundation. I have one question though... the foundation is anchored well, but what's the best way to anchor a wooden shed on top of the gravel foundation so it stays in place? Thanks for any advice.
Right on👍 Good video!
Glad it was helpful!