Introduction

A shed is a great addition to any backyard or garden. If you’re planning on building one, I hope you find these tips useful! In this post, I’ll tell you how to build a shed from scratch with step by step instructions (including pictures).

Planning:

Before you get started on the build, it’s important that you plan your shed. This can be done by measuring the area where you’d like to build and taking into account that some parts of your shed will be built from the ground up, while others will be built from an existing structure. If there are any obstacles in your backyard or backyard area (such as trees, pools, trampolines), consider moving them before starting construction.

Next comes creating a detailed diagram of what kind of design would work best for you and your property. If this is something new for you then make sure that it has been done right by asking someone who has experience building sheds or checking out some books on how to do so yourself!

Leveling the ground

A level ground is the most important step in building a shed. You need to make sure that the ground is level in all directions, otherwise you will have problems later on.

When leveling your ground, try using a laser level for accuracy and ease of use. This can be rented at most hardware stores or home improvement centers for around $20 per day. If you don’t have access to one of these machines, then another method would be to place short pieces of wood on the ground at each corner where your shed will be built (four total). After checking them against one another with a yardstick or tape measure, mark where they need to go with stakes and hammer them into the ground as needed so they are close enough together but not overlapping too much (you want at least 1/2 inch between stakes). Now take some string or rope and run it through all four holes so there are no gaps between them and tie off tightly by tying knots into both ends – this will keep everything aligned perfectly when you’re ready for construction!

Building the foundation and walls

The foundation is the most important part of your shed, and it should be built to support the weight of the shed. The foundation should also be level and square (meaning all four corners are exactly 90 degrees from each other), and made from concrete or cement blocks.

When building your foundation, make sure that the length and width are big enough to accommodate your shed’s measurements. You don’t want to build a bigger foundation than you need because that will just waste time and money!

Rafters and roofing

Once you have your pressure treated lumber, you can begin framing your rafters. First, cut the rafter to length. If you are using a 12/12 pitch roof (one inch of rise per twelve inches of run), cut each end of the rafter at 45 degrees so that it will slope down toward the outside edge (see diagram). Next, use a rafter square to ensure that both ends are plumb and square to one another before cutting off any excess length with a circular saw or handsaw.

Next up is ensuring correct pitch on all of your rafters by using a compass or combination square and marking them appropriately on both sides at each end as shown in this image:

Flooring, siding, and finishing

Now that you have your shed frame built, it’s time to add the finishing touches.

• Flooring: This can be done in a variety of ways, but here are a few ideas. If you want a solid floor made out of wood, cut some 2x6s into 1-foot lengths and nail them down over the joists with 16d nails (or use screws). If you’d rather have an open floor for ventilation or ease in cleaning, consider using metal panels (available at home centers) or plastic sheeting on top of plywood sheets. Note that if you go this route and plan to store heavy items inside like lawnmowers or barbells—you’ll need additional supports under those areas as well as additional bracing around corners where loads will be concentrated during daily use.
• Siding: You’ll need siding for any exposed sides; there are nearly endless options for covering everything from plywood sides all the way up through vinyl siding if aesthetics are important to you! For example one could use OSB boards instead which would give it more longevity but less visual appeal than vinyl which may last longer overall since OSB tends not hold up well under constant impacts like wind driven rain droplets hitting against surfaces repeatedly over long periods while they’re installed outdoors exposed directly underneath roof edges where they receive direct sunlight exposure throughout most days year round until they’re eventually removed later down road due both wear & tear effects caused by nature itself on unprotected structures left out unprotected indefinitely without regular maintenance checks done every year at least once per month; plus there’s always risk involved when working outdoors like falling off ladders when climbing high above ground level because accidents do happen eventually no matter how careful we try being about safety precautions taken during construction projects such

Build your shed according to plan and you will have a great looking shed that will last for years!

If you are building a shed from scratch, it is important that you follow the plan and get things right.

• The ground should be level. If there are any hills or valleys on your property, use a spirit level to ensure that all measurements are taken from a flat surface.
• Make sure the foundation is level as well so that your shed will sit evenly on it without any problems down the line.
• Build your walls and rafters in accordance with the blueprints provided in this guide so that they match up correctly with one another when they’re brought together at assembly time! This can save hours of work later on when trying to put everything together correctly while also reducing risk of injury due to poor construction techniques or materials used (e:g: wood shims). You’ll thank yourself later!

Conclusion

I hope this blog has inspired you to start your own DIY shed project. I know that with the right tools and knowledge, it’s not hard to build a great looking storage space for your backyard. Now go out there and get building!