I'm glad you posted this video, it does a good job of showing what is required, how to shave off time and get a basic shed assembled. For those looking at this particular kit, there's several things to consider. If you're trying to save money, that's great, but without the essential needs that this shed lacks, this kit will rot away in a few years. With no drip edge, the water will wrap around the shingles and destroy the roof materials and the edging, eventually penetrating the shed and causing a serious mold issue. The gable vent idea will help with mold control, just make sure you back the vent with some screen material to keep unwanted bugs and critters out. The addition of extra floor joists is a superb idea, however I would consider running screws into the wood. Over time, as the wood weathers and the materials settle, it will pull apart, same with the flooring materials. Many of these shed kits call for nailing the rafters together, which again, will separate over time. Spend the time to screw them together. Lastly, this shed should be secured to the ground with anchors. Wouldn't want one storm to ruin all your hard work. Thanks for sharing!
Spot on. I've been builder for 20 years. Carpenter actually. Handyman and several other trades. Primarily a carpenter. This is a hack job. And wonder why Home owners get buyers remorse.. The basics are here. But ide say another 300 in materials and TIP YOUR WORKER for his knowledge. As long as he educates you and proves his recommendations. Otherwise. If falls apart in 3'-5. That's bv you're a cheap ass
One of the best explanation videos out there. You have no idea how helpful your video was. I watched this like a million times while building my shed ground up. Thank you Sir...
Great video. I like the fact that you were straight to the point. Most people that make videos spend more time giving the long boring background of why the sky is blue and just drag it out to long.
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Your narrative was clear and concise, with good video shots. You packed a lot of information into 11 minutes. As others have pointed out, and title states, purpose was to show what to expect with a HD shed kit. You made the quality issues clear with your comments and film shots. Great job!
Thank you for the video. I thought about buying the Home Depot shed, but after looking at your video, I think I will just make one myself from scratch.
We recently put together a shed kit from Lowe's. It was a similar experience to what you're showing here. The quality of the wood in these kits leaves a lot to be desired. For our next building, we're going to be using pallets and other reclaimed wood. The quality of the wood won't be any better (or worse) than what comes in the kits, but it will be free.
As always start with a good foundation. You can additional structural support and nailing pattern depending on where you live considering wind and snow loads. A metal roof would add structural strength as well. For example, I purchased a cheap Harbor Frieght greenhouse. I put it on a sturdy foundation and it has survived strong winds and snow up to ~3.5 feet before I clean it off!
GREAT TIPS! I found out the same things you did on this build. Not enough supports built in. I'm adding additional studs to walls and a few cross supports to help stiffen and sturdy it in the Texas storms. Will be adding ridge vent to mine as well.
Yes, thank you! As stated in the title, you did a great job of showing what to expect and your recommendations were great! Exactly what I needed to help me assemble and improve upon the design of this buid.
Thanks for the excellent video on the Home Depot Princeton! I just built one and frequently referred to your video. I beefed up around the doors and the back wall and did a plywood floor. The shed isn't as quite as sturdy as one built with 2x4s 16" on center but should be more than adequate for garden tools etc.. Just got the shingles on and it looks great. After generous.caulking and paint I expect it to last many years. PS. Don't be discouraged by all the haters.
@@TheMohamed11374 Shed still looks new and is holding up well. A good roof and paint job and it should last for decades. If you put 2 together you really need to beef up the common wall structure to prevent sagging. But I think it's doable.
Thank you for throwing the light of knowledge on to my darkness of desire and dreams.... Next time I see these sheds at HomeDepot's parking lot, I AM GONNA RUN. Really thank you not to waste money and needless to say, time... for this thing.
My neighbor has one of these. Looks like the same size. It's a couple years old and it's pretty solid. People complaining about the 2x3 studs are ignorant. It's not like you're trying to hold up a 5,000 pound house roof. People complaining about the OSB are the same type. It's certainly no replacement for plywood but it's way better than the stuff from 20 years ago. But hey some people like to type stuff into their keyboard and send it to TH-cam because they have nothing else better to do while waiting for their mothers to bring meatloaf down to the basement.
Similarly here. I built a shed from scratch about 10yrs ago, I over engineered it. New house now, so need another shed. I took a look at the options with Home Depot and Lowes, they are definitely not the strongest or longest lasting. This gave me piece of mind that I can build another but a bit cheaper than the first time, yet still stronger than the commercial options. Pressure treated flooring, pier and beam. And yes, floor joists at 16" centers. First shed I built was all decking screws, I might mix it a bit to lower cost.
@@Learnstuff4me I had a slab where the original shed sat. I tore it down and replaced it with a barn style shed, similar to the one they sell at Home Depot, just better. For the doors, I used a vinyl French patio door. Its literally the coolest thing I ever built.
Dang... everybody is bashing and complaining about the quality of the material...so come on guys, we all know about how chipboards are crap, and walls should be 2x4, a plastic sheet under the shed itself, etc, etc... The purpose of the video was to show how this product is put together and how it should have been done better. I think the video served its purpose very well.
There are several tips for constructing sheds Start With a Sound Foundation a shed wont last long if it's set on a weak base Allow for Air Circulation to prevent damp Build a Weather-Resistant Floor Frame Use Low Maintenance Materials so you don't have to keep re-painting it (Reference: Adota Blueprint Pack site )
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I replaced an old rusted metal shed with this unit. I got it at HD for half price. I pretty much assembled it myself in piece meal fashion. All told about 10 hours into it. It’s been holding up just fine the past 12 years. Yes will I build one from scratch when this one finally needs to be replaced but it’s in great shape so I’m leaving it be.
You need to install metal drip edging around the roof under your shingles. It keeps water from running around the shingles and onto the decking. It’s cheap and very easy to install. It’ll save your roof and it also makes a more professional looking job.
I have a built a few of these and they are quite adequate for your needs. However, you need to buy a few extra 2x3s and 2x4s because there are always some warped ones. I used 6x6s and thicker OSB for the floors just to beef it up. Use a nailer if you have it because who like to hammer every nail! Remember none of these are ever aquare, so patience is a virtue
Thanks for the informative video! I wasn't thrilled with the initial appearance of those sheds and looking at how terribly designed they are, I'm definitely going to look into other options. Regarding the roofing, there should be a proper lining under the singles. The first row shouldn't be reversed. You should cut the tabs away. That's so that the tar line is now at the bottom, which secures the first visible row and keeps the shingles from blowing away. The ridge cap should be done by cutting at the tab lines so you'd have the entire shingle cut into thirds. That allows you to treat it like the rest of the roof by nailing on the tar line and overlapping, which adheres one piece to the next and protects the nail head area. It also means better spacing so less nailing. Also, just go end to end.
Good tips but meh, if u don't have the special first shingle you can just flip a normal one like he did, it works fine. Only thing I'd say is to put down drip edge, but on a shed it's not absolutely essential. Just going end to end on the rise is simpler but I do like the lok of going from both ends to the middle. Just make sure you tar those nails in the middle of your ridge cap and you should be fine.
I looked at our lowes lineup of sheds just the other day. I noticed on one shed the door was made with staples holding trim to warped thin plywood. The walls and frame were held together with nails. I live in Hurricane country and I expect my shed to still be standing in (my) backyard after the hurricane gets done beating the p!ss out of it. After IRMA went through it was still sitting there undamaged. The house had no electric for several days but the shed was fine. I prefer to take the time to build a shed using quality wood screws, (no nails, and no staples), quality plywood and siding, 2x6's and 2x4's, and hurricane straps.
What I figured seems to be true. I would be measuring cutting and nailing everything anyway so why buy a shed kit for double, sometimes triple the price of what I would spend just building my own Shed from scratch? So that's what I did. It came out awesome. And with the extra savings, I went ahead and built me a 16 x 18 instead of a 12 x 12. Before doing so I knew basic measurements and generally new how to use Electric Tools. And if I can do it anybody can do it. You learn as you go. There are a few things that I would have done differently but one major tip that I can give is to make sure you are starting off from a true Square from the foundation. That will determine everything. If your foundation Square measurement is off even by a few inches in you will notice it going up all the way through the building. Measure twice, cut once.
Ive got alot of experience and know how with shed building, and in all honesty, i think even i would struggle to put all of this together correctly. It honesty seems easier to get some savvy with knowing how to build sheds, then just build the thing from scratch
This was very helpful and a good summary on what to expect, it definitely gives me a general idea in a short period of time. I only wish you have added an estimated length of time for each phase.
Good video with valuable info. However, I've framed a couple small houses and sheds before -- including this one with a friend recently -- and a waffle-faced framing hammer (21-ounce Dalluge) is all I used. I didn't miss the nail gun at all.
This is the best Evidence I have seen yet as why NOT to buy a shed kit form Home Depot or Lowes. PS.... I am not slamming you adamDIY just the shed kit itself. Good job dealing with a bad product.
+Harvey Ellis +Tab Petree This shed kit isn't bad at all for the $. I just bought it for 700.92 out the door with tax and built it in 2 days. I was actually impressed with how well it went together and some thought was actually put into it. The directions are real good as well. I was surprised how solid it is built. It will last a long time. Sure you can go a lot fancier but its a good solid and inexpensive 10x10 shed. i opted for 12" on center for the floor frame just as adam did.
You are absolutely correct in saying you should have someone with construction experience help. I’ve built things, renovated homes and have done a pretty good job as a DIYer. I purchased a 12 x 10 shed from Home Depot and even though the instructions were good it was much more productive to have the experience of someone else.
New sheds are made very cheaply. I purchased a $700 vinyl 8x10 which I have had for over twenty years. Its walls and ceiling are 2" thick! Is has stood through many storms and hurricanes here in Florida. No wonder they stopped selling it.
My Prebuilt Shed came with no Vent also. I paid good money for it. used to get very Hot in the summer I just used one of those Plastic 12 x12 inch gable vents for a house for max air flow works great and looks nice
I just bought this and am building on my land. I drove every nail in by hand with a hammer and I lifted and placed each wall on by myself. Man it was a chore but I like the work. As far as the kit I am pretty happy with it only a few warped 2x3 s otherwise decent wood. 2021.
@@user-pq6mr6op3p yes I would like to know more information. Like where he grew up..what kind of tea he likes and also what time does he usually go to bed
Very well explained! Yep, it should be up on cement blocks that fit into 2x4 as called for! Because if a flood happens a person will regret 💦 water leaks into the shed.... They also have plastic mounts that fit into 2x4s like cement blocks have.. good video... I would NOT build anything on flat ground... 😎🐼🐼😎
You did an excellent job of preparing us DIY folks. I live in the high desert area of Calif and have built one similar to this one as it was an 8x10 unit. I have just purchased the Princeton model you have here for $499.00 before tax. It was returned to my local Home Depot because the customer was not aware that the floor and roofing was not included. All parts were there except for the paper instruction book, (they had the pieces on 3 different carts). I down loaded it from Handy Home Products with no problem. I will not print it out though, it is 52 pages!!!!
Nice Video clip! Excuse me for chiming in, I am interested in your initial thoughts. Have you heard the talk about - Mahorrla Wooden Paradise Method (probably on Google)? It is a great one of a kind product for building better sheds and woodworking minus the normal expense. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my friend got cool success with it.
I got a left over kit at my HD for $325. Took me 10-12 hours and with a little help from my wife and it was together. I added a few extras for support and it suits my needs. I needed something in a hurry cuz the old metal shed that came with the house when I bought it collapsed and that’s what this was. My next shed will be from scratch.
DUDE YOU DID A GREAT JOB, AND A PRECISE EXPLANATION BETTER CANNOT BE, THX GREAT JOB AND THX FOR THE TIPS ABOUT THE SHINGLES AND THE EXTRAS THINS THAT NO ONE WOULD SAY IT LIKE YOU DID, THX AGAIN MR ADAMDIY
I used the roof plywood for the floor and put a metal roof on with some scrap that I had. My kit came with screws not nails, went together easy. I like it. I put vent in front and back, (over door) and a window in the back (small RV window, scape)
Thanks for sharing. I wish I had watched your before deciding on mine - a Majestique 8x12 shed..... Here's what I learned and my lessens might be beneficial for others too... The Home Depot video claimed it takes just a day to build, and the brochure implied everything you need is there. But that can't be further from truth. It has already taken me four full days of work, and I have not yet completed all the four side walls; and I'm pretty handy and have all the necessary power tools, and two boys who helped me when needed. Here the main issues I had encountered: The floor panels is not include, as well as the 12 ft. 4x4 beam to put the floor frame on. these alone will cost you more than $200. Also absent are the singles, another $100 - $150 depending on which brand you choose. Except the floor frame, everyone piece of 2x3 or 2x4 are made from the cheapest and softest material. Some of them are severely twisted. I tried to use a 2-ft long pipe wrench to twist 3 of them to straight position and use several 3-1/2 " long screws to hold them in place. But the wood is so soft, not even the screws could hold the position. One of the 84" side beam for door frame is so twisted at a 20-degree angle, I don't know how I can possibly straighten it. I ended up using only screws instead of nails. If not even screws would hold the soft wood pieces together, the supplied nails will hold far less. So a strong wind during storm season will likely collapse your shed. I strongly recommend replace all the nails with good quality screws with T-25 star end, not the included Philip screws. To be fair, the design is pretty good and the size of components are quite precise. For a crew armed with air nail guns, who do such assembly everyday, maybe one day could be enough. But I doubt a quality foundation is even possible, and if you can trust the bare nails through the super soft wood to hold your shed together for long. If I were to do it again, I could go and buy better quality 2x4 and 2x3s and cut the pieces myself. It will likely cost you not more than purchasing the set on palette.
Not that it matters being a shed, the APA Sturdi Floor is usually labeled "this side up". This label makes it easy for the installer of Sturdi floor to keep the tongue and groove proper especially when they are asymmetrical and usually has a better grade of wood fiber for wear surface and denting ratings versus the "back" side that is usually a little rougher. Again, in home construction it is kind of big deal, but sheds...eh! Some don't pay much attention to it but steep roofs we usually install rough side up for APA OSB sheathing for traction but low pitch not much difference either way when it comes to APA sheathing.
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My Princeton shed is now 15+ years old and needs some sprucing up on the exterior. I have painted the door trim over the last couple of years and once pressure washed it. Any thoughts on how I can condition or treat the wood to preserve the appearance. Thanks.
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Built my own shed, no precut wood. Took about a day and cost about the same as the shed you showed, I used the 2x4's for studs and concrete riser to allow the floor to be suspended above the ground. Use traditional roofing methods. But, I do have construction experience.
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My grandfather built everything from barns to houses, he also done masonry work. He did this kind of work for over fifty years and he never owned an air nailer of any kind. I'm just saying it can be done.
Dude - Great video. Thanks for putting this up. I don't think i will be attempting it. I measure 4 times and still fuck it up. Cars - easy!! Home Construction - yeah right!!
+FoxFreak Too bad we can't trade. I just got back from the safety/emissions today and was told I needed $420 in drum brake repair. I got all the parts off RockAuto for $75 and I guess I will try it myself. I barely know what I am doing with cars. I wish I took auto-shop in high school.
Pretty helpful video. On 1:13 I was lookin through the items that are sold separately to complete your project, and noticed a translation mistake to the word nails in spanish. It reads "uñas" which means finger nails, the correct word is clavos. It just seemed kind of funny to me.
You can leave the tabs on the caps, just cut the sides of the shingle tabs at an inward angle and then the nails still go in the tabs and are concealed under the roofing caps; all but the last cap of course.
I just built that shed with hammer nails Hand saw skill saw drill chalk snap line ( snap line helped but the wood was so crooked the straight line didnt match the bent twisted wood) And i hate working with wood
Great video, thanks for putting it out there. I just bought this shed and I'm taking notes. Couple questions. How many packs of shingles did you end up using and where did you apply the caulk?
$600 for that crap. I built mine. 10x12 with quality materials, pour a slab and cost me $1500 strong and quality. but of course it takes some construction knowledge and a LOT of labor, a couple of weekends. but at the end when done you will feel proud of your self for what u had accomplish. and way way better quality.
PABLO: I have a medium-sized Morgan Garden Shed that is over 20 years old but in great condition. The previous owner installed it against the house which was a BIG mistake and I need to relocate it and dismantle it in as few pieces as possible. There is no assembly manual and not sure if I can order one because of the age. Very few nails but mostly screws with a metal roof. I am NOT experienced with construction and will need help but I agree with you that pouring a slab is the way to go. Not cheap but MUCH stronger and reliable than what this guy had in his video.
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I'm glad you posted this video, it does a good job of showing what is required, how to shave off time and get a basic shed assembled. For those looking at this particular kit, there's several things to consider. If you're trying to save money, that's great, but without the essential needs that this shed lacks, this kit will rot away in a few years. With no drip edge, the water will wrap around the shingles and destroy the roof materials and the edging, eventually penetrating the shed and causing a serious mold issue. The gable vent idea will help with mold control, just make sure you back the vent with some screen material to keep unwanted bugs and critters out. The addition of extra floor joists is a superb idea, however I would consider running screws into the wood. Over time, as the wood weathers and the materials settle, it will pull apart, same with the flooring materials. Many of these shed kits call for nailing the rafters together, which again, will separate over time. Spend the time to screw them together. Lastly, this shed should be secured to the ground with anchors. Wouldn't want one storm to ruin all your hard work. Thanks for sharing!
Spot on. I've been builder for 20 years.
Carpenter actually.
Handyman and several other trades.
Primarily a carpenter.
This is a hack job.
And wonder why Home owners get buyers remorse..
The basics are here. But ide say another 300 in materials and TIP YOUR WORKER for his knowledge.
As long as he educates you and proves his recommendations.
Otherwise.
If falls apart in 3'-5. That's bv you're a cheap ass
One of the best explanation videos out there. You have no idea how helpful your video was. I watched this like a million times while building my shed ground up. Thank you Sir...
Great video. I like the fact that you were straight to the point. Most people that make videos spend more time giving the long boring background of why the sky is blue and just drag it out to long.
I built the exact same shed. It's been up about 10 years now and still looks good and solid. Not bad for the money.
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Your narrative was clear and concise, with good video shots. You packed a lot of information into 11 minutes. As others have pointed out, and title states, purpose was to show what to expect with a HD shed kit. You made the quality issues clear with your comments and film shots. Great job!
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Thank you for the video. I thought about buying the Home Depot shed, but after looking at your video, I think I will just make one myself from scratch.
We recently put together a shed kit from Lowe's. It was a similar experience to what you're showing here. The quality of the wood in these kits leaves a lot to be desired. For our next building, we're going to be using pallets and other reclaimed wood. The quality of the wood won't be any better (or worse) than what comes in the kits, but it will be free.
Wow, thanks for the video! Never realized how crappy these things are. Thanks for taking one for the team. I'll build my own from raw lumber.
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Thanks for the video. I was honestly looking into one of their sheds. After this video I think I'll stay with my stick built idea.
As always start with a good foundation. You can additional structural support and nailing pattern depending on where you live considering wind and snow loads. A metal roof would add structural strength as well. For example, I purchased a cheap Harbor Frieght greenhouse. I put it on a sturdy foundation and it has survived strong winds and snow up to ~3.5 feet before I clean it off!
GREAT TIPS! I found out the same things you did on this build. Not enough supports built in. I'm adding additional studs to walls and a few cross supports to help stiffen and sturdy it in the Texas storms. Will be adding ridge vent to mine as well.
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Just wanted to take the time out of my day to say thank you for making this video this video saved alot of time
levi wadleigh you are welcome. Happy to help. If my Dad had his way I’d be a Levi as well.
Yes, thank you! As stated in the title, you did a great job of showing what to expect and your recommendations were great! Exactly what I needed to help me assemble and improve upon the design of this buid.
Thanks Adam, we've watched this video numerous times during our build. Thanks for the "lessons learned"!
Thanks for the excellent video on the Home Depot Princeton! I just built one and frequently referred to your video. I beefed up around the doors and the back wall and did a plywood floor. The shed isn't as quite as sturdy as one built with 2x4s 16" on center but should be more than adequate for garden tools etc.. Just got the shingles on and it looks great. After generous.caulking and paint I expect it to last many years. PS. Don't be discouraged by all the haters.
J Sherwood how long did it last? Is it still strong? I’m thinking about buying two and attaching them so it’s a 20x10, what do you thing?
@@TheMohamed11374 Shed still looks new and is holding up well. A good roof and paint job and it should last for decades. If you put 2 together you really need to beef up the common wall structure to prevent sagging. But I think it's doable.
Yeah I’m going to buy additional 2x3s to frame them at 16 or 12 on center
Just built this shed yesterday. Turned out good
Thank you for throwing the light of knowledge on to my darkness of desire and dreams.... Next time I see these sheds at HomeDepot's parking lot, I AM GONNA RUN.
Really thank you not to waste money and needless to say, time... for this thing.
you brought up some good points, some good techniques, and some good tricks of the trade, thumbs up headed your way
My neighbor has one of these. Looks like the same size. It's a couple years old and it's pretty solid. People complaining about the 2x3 studs are ignorant. It's not like you're trying to hold up a 5,000 pound house roof. People complaining about the OSB are the same type. It's certainly no replacement for plywood but it's way better than the stuff from 20 years ago. But hey some people like to type stuff into their keyboard and send it to TH-cam because they have nothing else better to do while waiting for their mothers to bring meatloaf down to the basement.
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Very nice job, thank you for your candid, honest presentation. Jack
You are very clear and concise. You set good expectations and explain well.
Thanks Will.
Ya I built one by myself in two days and it held up under storms and 13 inches of snow, no rot no problems. Its a great shed.
Perfect video. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks.
I wish i knew someone like you, skilled and knowledgeable in framing. I would love to build this myself with a good friend.
He's not to smart when it comes to construction ! To many mistakes!
Well, do you live in Oregon, by chance?
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I went to Home Depot, measured it out, took notes and built mine with better material for half the price.
Awesome! Sounds like something I would do. Ha ha
Still have those notes by chance?? What did you use under the shed? Blocks, treated lumber, stone?
Similarly here. I built a shed from scratch about 10yrs ago, I over engineered it. New house now, so need another shed. I took a look at the options with Home Depot and Lowes, they are definitely not the strongest or longest lasting. This gave me piece of mind that I can build another but a bit cheaper than the first time, yet still stronger than the commercial options. Pressure treated flooring, pier and beam. And yes, floor joists at 16" centers. First shed I built was all decking screws, I might mix it a bit to lower cost.
@@Learnstuff4me I had a slab where the original shed sat. I tore it down and replaced it with a barn style shed, similar to the one they sell at Home Depot, just better. For the doors, I used a vinyl French patio door. Its literally the coolest thing I ever built.
Same here built my shed in 1973 it still standing.
Great job. I would add a few things. 1 a drip edge on first row before shingling plus a ridge vent on top to let hot humid air out in summer time.
If you are letting hot, humid air out, guess what's replacing it? Hot, humid air...
Very informative, helps a lot!
Dang... everybody is bashing and complaining about the quality of the material...so come on guys, we all know about how chipboards are crap, and walls should be 2x4, a plastic sheet under the shed itself, etc, etc...
The purpose of the video was to show how this product is put together and how it should have been done better. I think the video served its purpose very well.
There are several tips for constructing sheds
Start With a Sound Foundation a shed wont last long if it's set on a weak base
Allow for Air Circulation to prevent damp
Build a Weather-Resistant Floor Frame
Use Low Maintenance Materials so you don't have to keep re-painting it
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Looks like OSB, which isn't quite chipboard.
I replaced an old rusted metal shed with this unit. I got it at HD for half price. I pretty much assembled it myself in piece meal fashion. All told about 10 hours into it. It’s been holding up just fine the past 12 years. Yes will I build one from scratch when this one finally needs to be replaced but it’s in great shape so I’m leaving it be.
You need to install metal drip edging around the roof under your shingles. It keeps water from running around the shingles and onto the decking.
It’s cheap and very easy to install. It’ll save your roof and it also makes a more professional looking job.
I have a built a few of these and they are quite adequate for your needs. However, you need to buy a few extra 2x3s and 2x4s because there are always some warped ones. I used 6x6s and thicker OSB for the floors just to beef it up. Use a nailer if you have it because who like to hammer every nail! Remember none of these are ever aquare, so patience is a virtue
Thanks for the informative video! I wasn't thrilled with the initial appearance of those sheds and looking at how terribly designed they are, I'm definitely going to look into other options. Regarding the roofing, there should be a proper lining under the singles. The first row shouldn't be reversed. You should cut the tabs away. That's so that the tar line is now at the bottom, which secures the first visible row and keeps the shingles from blowing away. The ridge cap should be done by cutting at the tab lines so you'd have the entire shingle cut into thirds. That allows you to treat it like the rest of the roof by nailing on the tar line and overlapping, which adheres one piece to the next and protects the nail head area. It also means better spacing so less nailing. Also, just go end to end.
Good tips but meh, if u don't have the special first shingle you can just flip a normal one like he did, it works fine. Only thing I'd say is to put down drip edge, but on a shed it's not absolutely essential. Just going end to end on the rise is simpler but I do like the lok of going from both ends to the middle. Just make sure you tar those nails in the middle of your ridge cap and you should be fine.
I looked at our lowes lineup of sheds just the other day. I noticed on one shed the door was made with staples holding trim to warped thin plywood. The walls and frame were held together with nails. I live in Hurricane country and I expect my shed to still be standing in (my) backyard after the hurricane gets done beating the p!ss out of it. After IRMA went through it was still sitting there undamaged. The house had no electric for several days but the shed was fine. I prefer to take the time to build a shed using quality wood screws, (no nails, and no staples), quality plywood and siding, 2x6's and 2x4's, and hurricane straps.
What I figured seems to be true. I would be measuring cutting and nailing everything anyway so why buy a shed kit for double, sometimes triple the price of what I would spend just building my own Shed from scratch? So that's what I did. It came out awesome. And with the extra savings, I went ahead and built me a 16 x 18 instead of a 12 x 12. Before doing so I knew basic measurements and generally new how to use Electric Tools. And if I can do it anybody can do it. You learn as you go. There are a few things that I would have done differently but one major tip that I can give is to make sure you are starting off from a true Square from the foundation. That will determine everything. If your foundation Square measurement is off even by a few inches in you will notice it going up all the way through the building. Measure twice, cut once.
Ive got alot of experience and know how with shed building, and in all honesty, i think even i would struggle to put all of this together correctly. It honesty seems easier to get some savvy with knowing how to build sheds, then just build the thing from scratch
Thanks dude, tackling this tomorrow.
This was very helpful and a good summary on what to expect, it definitely gives me a general idea in a short period of time. I only wish you have added an estimated length of time for each phase.
Monica Duby it takes about three hours to finish a whole shed
I like your video and I have a question how many days take to put all together
You did a really good job on this video. One of the very best I've seen on you tube.
Thanks!
Good video with valuable info. However, I've framed a couple small houses and sheds before -- including this one with a friend recently -- and a waffle-faced framing hammer (21-ounce Dalluge) is all I used. I didn't miss the nail gun at all.
Great video. Wanted to show what involved and you succeeded
Hopefully this will help my husband. We have the Cumberland home 10 x 16. He's ready to get rid of it like the very first guy.
This is the best Evidence I have seen yet as why NOT to buy a shed kit form Home Depot or Lowes. PS.... I am not slamming you adamDIY just the shed kit itself. Good job dealing with a bad product.
+Tab Petree I agree....great job working with limited materials. Not a good design and poor value.
+Harvey Ellis +Tab Petree This shed kit isn't bad at all for the $. I just bought it for 700.92 out the door with tax and built it in 2 days. I was actually impressed with how well it went together and some thought was actually put into it. The directions are real good as well. I was surprised how solid it is built. It will last a long time. Sure you can go a lot fancier but its a good solid and inexpensive 10x10 shed. i opted for 12" on center for the floor frame just as adam did.
You are absolutely correct in saying you should have someone with construction experience help. I’ve built things, renovated homes and have done a pretty good job as a DIYer. I purchased a 12 x 10 shed from Home Depot and even though the instructions were good it was much more productive to have the experience of someone else.
A real man with common sense don't need no help.
excellent yes tutorial ! clear and straight to the point Thank You !
Just purchased and thank you your video helped me. Going to assembly next week.
New sheds are made very cheaply. I purchased a $700 vinyl 8x10 which I have had for over twenty years. Its walls and ceiling are 2" thick! Is has stood through many storms and hurricanes here in Florida. No wonder they stopped selling it.
My Prebuilt Shed came with no Vent also. I paid good money for it. used to get very Hot in the summer I just used one of those Plastic 12 x12 inch gable vents for a house for max air flow works great and looks nice
I just bought this and am building on my land. I drove every nail in by hand with a hammer and I lifted and placed each wall on by myself. Man it was a chore but I like the work. As far as the kit I am pretty happy with it only a few warped 2x3 s otherwise decent wood. 2021.
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@@user-pq6mr6op3p yes I would like to know more information. Like where he grew up..what kind of tea he likes and also what time does he usually go to bed
Very well explained! Yep, it should be up on cement blocks that fit into 2x4 as called for! Because if a flood happens a person will regret 💦 water leaks into the shed.... They also have plastic mounts that fit into 2x4s like cement blocks have.. good video... I would NOT build anything on flat ground... 😎🐼🐼😎
Yesterday I built that same Rubbermaid shed @10:35. Got it from a guy that bought it new but couldn't but it together, $200!
Thanks for making a complicated hobby seem easy!
You did an excellent job of preparing us DIY folks. I live in the high desert area of Calif and have built one similar to this one as it was an 8x10 unit. I have just purchased the Princeton model you have here for $499.00 before tax. It was returned to my local Home Depot because the customer was not aware that the floor and roofing was not included. All parts were there except for the paper instruction book, (they had the pieces on 3 different carts). I down loaded it from Handy Home Products with no problem. I will not print it out though, it is 52 pages!!!!
Nice Video clip! Excuse me for chiming in, I am interested in your initial thoughts. Have you heard the talk about - Mahorrla Wooden Paradise Method (probably on Google)? It is a great one of a kind product for building better sheds and woodworking minus the normal expense. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my friend got cool success with it.
I'm a contractor If I build it From scratch I would finish already You did a fantastic job explain it
I got a left over kit at my HD for $325. Took me 10-12 hours and with a little help from my wife and it was together. I added a few extras for support and it suits my needs. I needed something in a hurry cuz the old metal shed that came with the house when I bought it collapsed and that’s what this was. My next shed will be from scratch.
Great video 👍
Also you can get prefab ridge vent to cover the peak and give ventilation, just shallow cut a long gap under it.
Thanks for filming this!
DUDE YOU DID A GREAT JOB, AND A PRECISE EXPLANATION BETTER CANNOT BE, THX GREAT JOB
AND THX FOR THE TIPS ABOUT THE SHINGLES AND THE EXTRAS THINS THAT NO ONE WOULD SAY IT
LIKE YOU DID, THX AGAIN MR ADAMDIY
Great video ! Thanks for taking the time.
I used the roof plywood for the floor and put a metal roof on with some scrap that I had. My kit came with screws not nails, went together easy. I like it. I put vent in front and back, (over door) and a window in the back (small RV window, scape)
Great video thanks for you provided nice video really helpful
Thanks for sharing. I wish I had watched your before deciding on mine - a Majestique 8x12 shed..... Here's what I learned and my lessens might be beneficial for others too...
The Home Depot video claimed it takes just a day to build, and the brochure implied everything you need is there. But that can't be further from truth. It has already taken me four full days of work, and I have not yet completed all the four side walls; and I'm pretty handy and have all the necessary power tools, and two boys who helped me when needed. Here the main issues I had encountered:
The floor panels is not include, as well as the 12 ft. 4x4 beam to put the floor frame on. these alone will cost you more than $200. Also absent are the singles, another $100 - $150 depending on which brand you choose. Except the floor frame, everyone piece of 2x3 or 2x4 are made from the cheapest and softest material. Some of them are severely twisted. I tried to use a 2-ft long pipe wrench to twist 3 of them to straight position and use several 3-1/2 " long screws to hold them in place. But the wood is so soft, not even the screws could hold the position. One of the 84" side beam for door frame is so twisted at a 20-degree angle, I don't know how I can possibly straighten it.
I ended up using only screws instead of nails. If not even screws would hold the soft wood pieces together, the supplied nails will hold far less. So a strong wind during storm season will likely collapse your shed. I strongly recommend replace all the nails with good quality screws with T-25 star end, not the included Philip screws.
To be fair, the design is pretty good and the size of components are quite precise. For a crew armed with air nail guns, who do such assembly everyday, maybe one day could be enough. But I doubt a quality foundation is even possible, and if you can trust the bare nails through the super soft wood to hold your shed together for long.
If I were to do it again, I could go and buy better quality 2x4 and 2x3s and cut the pieces myself. It will likely cost you not more than purchasing the set on palette.
Not that it matters being a shed, the APA Sturdi Floor is usually labeled "this side up". This label makes it easy for the installer of Sturdi floor to keep the tongue and groove proper especially when they are asymmetrical and usually has a better grade of wood fiber for wear surface and denting ratings versus the "back" side that is usually a little rougher. Again, in home construction it is kind of big deal, but sheds...eh! Some don't pay much attention to it but steep roofs we usually install rough side up for APA OSB sheathing for traction but low pitch not much difference either way when it comes to APA sheathing.
Great video! Thank you for sharing, well be getting a shed from Home Depot, That’s why this video is just what we , Thank you 🙏
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Good video!
My Princeton shed is now 15+ years old and needs some sprucing up on the exterior. I have painted the door trim over the last couple of years and once pressure washed it. Any thoughts on how I can condition or treat the wood to preserve the appearance. Thanks.
Nicely done video!
Very much appreciated!!!
Excellent video. I found these kits from Home Depot to be nothing but junk. I built my own 10x stronger for the same price or slightly more.
very good quality video
Thank you to show and explain about excellent video
Great video!
Glad I saw this video before ordering one at home depot. I am certainly not a skilled guy to for this work. I will go with plastic sheds.
Great video, you're good at what you do. However I hate that shed, I actually want to set it on fire but I won't.
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Thank you for the video
Anyone else here paying $1499 for the same shed in 2022?
Me
Now its 1900
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Good job buddy!
Excellent job love it!!
Looks good! 👍
Liked this video... Awesome shed that People without construction knowledge can do it themselves and save lots of time and money. Great Job!! :0)~~~~
Nicely done... great video!
Great video. Thanks.
Ty ! I'm buying one that's already built. Lol
You got that right just to anticipate is right very nice video kind of like this channel
Built my own shed, no precut wood. Took about a day and cost about the same as the shed you showed, I used the 2x4's for studs and concrete riser to allow the floor to be suspended above the ground. Use traditional roofing methods. But, I do have construction experience.
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My grandfather built everything from barns to houses, he also done masonry work. He did this kind of work for over fifty years and he never owned an air nailer of any kind.
I'm just saying it can be done.
Dude - Great video. Thanks for putting this up. I don't think i will be attempting it. I measure 4 times and still fuck it up. Cars - easy!! Home Construction - yeah right!!
+FoxFreak Too bad we can't trade. I just got back from the safety/emissions today and was told I needed $420 in drum brake repair. I got all the parts off RockAuto for $75 and I guess I will try it myself. I barely know what I am doing with cars. I wish I took auto-shop in high school.
+AdamDIY Hahahahahahahaha.... I am a Ford Mechanic and I too wish I would've taken a woodshop class.
Pretty helpful video. On 1:13 I was lookin through the items that are sold separately to complete your project, and noticed a translation mistake to the word nails in spanish. It reads "uñas" which means finger nails, the correct word is clavos. It just seemed kind of funny to me.
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You can leave the tabs on the caps, just cut the sides of the shingle tabs at an inward angle and then the nails still go in the tabs and are concealed under the roofing caps; all but the last cap of course.
I just built that shed with hammer nails
Hand saw skill saw drill chalk snap line ( snap line helped but the wood was so crooked the straight line didnt match the bent twisted wood)
And i hate working with wood
Great video, thanks for putting it out there. I just bought this shed and I'm taking notes. Couple questions. How many packs of shingles did you end up using and where did you apply the caulk?
Something that size should be good with just two packs of shingles. I would apply caulking to the sill "plate" that attaches to the floor
Im doing my shed...thanks for sharing
You help me a lot pros and cons. Thanks
Excellent "What to expect" video. Thank you!
$600 for that crap. I built mine. 10x12 with quality materials, pour a slab and cost me $1500 strong and quality. but of course it takes some construction knowledge and a LOT of labor, a couple of weekends. but at the end when done you will feel proud of your self for what u had accomplish. and way way better quality.
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PABLO: I have a medium-sized Morgan Garden Shed that is over 20 years old but in great condition. The previous owner installed it against the house which was a BIG mistake and I need to relocate it and dismantle it in as few pieces as possible. There is no assembly manual and not sure if I can order one because of the age. Very few nails but mostly screws with a metal roof. I am NOT experienced with construction and will need help but I agree with you that pouring a slab is the way to go. Not cheap but MUCH stronger and reliable than what this guy had in his video.
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Thank you for sharing taking the time to show us what to do and not to do and most of us would agree not to purchase one of these sheds
Thank you, very helpful indeed!
Great information! Thanks.
Helpful video, thanks.
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