The best part is, wooden sheds can be converted fairly easily from one use to another. If done correctly, a garden shed can be used for a couple of purposes at the same time. For example, a pool cabana is not only used to change into a swimsuit, but is also a great place to store the pool supplies and any chemicals that should be stored away from the main house.

So, why build one, anyway? Besides their versatility and storage capabilities, wooden sheds are fun to build and they can be a great starter project if you aren’t that handy with tools. And, it should only require a weekend’s worth of time to complete.

You know what you want a shed for, but WHY a wooden shed? Once you have built a wooden shed, you’ll notice right away the long-term value you have over a plastic or even a metal shed. They may cost more up front, but they are more pleasing to the eye and if you build from a set of good shed plans, you have way more options.

Plastic and metal sheds are actually harder to modify or add additional space to than wooden sheds. And, as far as repairs go, they are much quicker, easier and cost less for wooden sheds. If you have ever tried to fix a plastic shed, you know what I mean.

The best wood to use for sheds is cedar. Cedar contains oil that occurs naturally. This oil is what gives the wood its distinct aroma and also protects it from insects and rot.

Another option you have is to buy a wooden shed kit that comes already cut to size. And, depending on the manufacturer, a lot of the assembly is already done. This makes for a fast and easy way to get a shed put up in your backyard.

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You probably prefer to build from scratch if you have not only the carpentry skills, but also the tools and time it takes (though relatively small) to build a wooden shed. The time it takes involves the planning and the execution of the project. An important first step is finding a good set of shed plans. Since you can find so many wooden shed plans online, you should be careful in making your selection. The shed plans you select should include plenty of illustrations or photos and clearly written instructions. A materials list is important as well since you will need this when going to the supply store to purchase all the materials.

With a good set of plans in your hands, the proper tools, and basic carpentry skills, you should be able to easily build a shed in a matter of only a couple of days. If you decide you want to build your wooden shed on a concrete foundation instead of a wooden “skid”, you should allow extra time and labor. You may even wish to hire a professional do this part of the job.

Not confident in your carpentry skills? Then a wooden shed kit has a lot of advantages over building from scratch. For most shed kits, all the pieces are already cut so the only thing you have to do is the assembly. Some kits even come with the walls already framed so assembly is easy and quick. So really, waiting for the kit to arrive is likely to be the most time you will spend on this project.

Since you may not have to buy or rent all the tools you need for building a wooden shed kit, you can also save some money.

As you can tell, either building from scratch or from a kit has its advantages and disadvantages. But, once its built, you will soon realize the potential this structure has.

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The best plans were designed by someone who has been there so as they designed the plans, they paid attention to how someone else has to work from the plans. Believe it or not, there are quite a few shed plans available that only have measured elevation views. You are expected to have a certain skill level to know how to put them together. And that’s fine for the experienced handyman but not so much for the average person.

Look for plans that say they have detailed instructions. Some plans just offer blueprint-type drawings. At a minimum, every plan should have easy to understand elevation drawings. But, it also helps to have clear cutaways or even three-dimensional drawings.

Some shed plans will include exploded views of the more intricate areas that need special attention. Although not critical, another great aspect in the drawings is to have color or shading. This really helps to visualize how pieces are put together and which piece goes on top or under another piece.

Photos or illustrations should also be included that show the completed shed or the wooden shed at different stages of the building process.

And, lastly, a complete materials list included in the shed plans is another feature to look for. When you are at the supply store picking up all the materials you need, you don’t want to go blind or guessing then its really not necessary.

The good thing is, you can find some great shed plans online. Knowing what to look for is the real trick. To help make your search easier, we’ve included a link below to what we believe is the best package available for shed plans. There’s even a free set of plans you can download that you can use to build from or just to see the quality of the plans that are available in the package.

Link to SHED PLANS.

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Set Your Goals

Having a game plan for building wooden sheds will make all the difference if you are to have a shed you want to be proud of. A great starting point is to determine what it is that you want the shed to be used for in the first place. Using this as a starting point will definitely help you determine the location and size of the shed. A good exercise is to ask yourself questions, such as, “can I free up some valuable garage space by making my shed a workshop that stores all my tools for woodworking? Or, will my shed be of better use next to the pool as a cabana for my pool chemicals, toys and supplies?” Write all these questions down to help you determine the best use for your new shed.

Pick the Right Plans

When you go to purchase a set of shed plans, they should be easy to follow. Try to find an example drawing before you spend money on any set of plans. Exploded diagrams and plenty of photos and illustrations are common in better quality plans. Easy to follow diagrams are the real key to being able to build the masterpiece you are wanting. At the least, your plans should have a complete list of materials. To help make your search easier, we recommend MyShedPlans for the best and easiest shed plans available on the internet. Find out more on this incredible package by clicking HERE.

Make it Square and Level

By making everything level and square, any handyman knows that building wooden sheds goes easier and faster. And, it makes all the difference between a wooden shed you want to show off and your average shed that just sits on the side yard of your house. Try to use woods that resist rot (mold) and insects naturally, like cedar or redwood.

Using this plan, you should have a wooden shed that you can be proud of for years to come.

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