gthomas785 Massive Wood Shed Build (progress thread)

[DonTee]

I built my woodshed 7’ high to the rafters in the back and 9’ high in the front. The first time I loaded it I realized wood stacked 9’ high is really high. Makes me kind of nervous. Haha.

 

[stoveliker]

I use some branches to cross between spaced stacks to make them stable. And log cabin style at the edges of course

 

[Whirled Peas]

Just finding this thread for the first time. Great looking shed! I'm also queueing up a "less than 200 sq ft" woodshed.

 

[gthomas785]

Gaahh! So close! We got the last bundle of ridge cap shingles and it wasn't quite enough. All the local places seem to be out of stock in this color. Guess I'll just have to wait to finish the last 6 feet.

And yes, I did install a continuous ridge vent on my woodshed. You can laugh all you want.

 

[JamesGuido]

She's Beautiful!
So Nice... however, I would've put on a steel roof... something i need to do this summer on mine.
built in '95, the shingles are shot and it's all moss covered. But your roof pitch is so much steeper than mine.

Wonderful work you have done, be proud!

 

[gthomas785]

however, I would've put on a steel roof..

There were some aesthetic choices made. I like the look of shingles better than metal, as well as the steep pitch.
My neighbor stopped by, we were talking about sheds and he suggested putting up a zinc strip if I get moss growing on the north side. I might do that, we'll see.

 

[gthomas785]

It's been a while since I posted an update on this. May and June were filled with family stuff so I didn't get a lot done, but the roof is complete and I've laid down a moisture barrier and crushed rock for the floor. Now I get to restack about 10 cords of wood.

I am still planning to throw some siding on the gable ends, but that has to wait until I figure out how much lumber I have which is dependent on another project. But I'll get those ends closed in by winter.

 

[Caw]

Looks amazing, great woodworking! I'm incredibly jealous...of the shed, not having to restack 10 cords.

Also now that it's done would you be willing to share the final cost? I live nearby and am thinking of doing something similar. I know we discussed it earlier but I'm wondering if there were unforseen costs.

Well done!

 

[lml999]

Beautiful work. I love the joinery and how you're stacking wood to serve as side walls. Here's what I'm working on...a pair of 8x12 sheds, one for wood, the second (not yet started) as a storage shed. I'm using 4x4 posts for structure (and some 2x6) and reclaimed PT decking for side walls. This is a night view...I have two solar powered motion sensor lights mounted on the inside front beam.

 

[Woodsplitter67]

It's been a while since I posted an update on this. May and June were filled with family stuff so I didn't get a lot done, but the roof is complete and I've laid down a moisture barrier and crushed rock for the floor. Now I get to restack about 10 cords of wood.

I am still planning to throw some siding on the gable ends, but that has to wait until I figure out how much lumber I have which is dependent on another project. But I'll get those ends closed in by winter.

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Your shed looks great.. extremely beautiful build. I have 4 none look as pretty. I wish I had the time to put together something like this. They do serve me well.. all my wood is dry.. Good job

 

[SJT]

My first post on these forums after spending a few days looking around.

Just came here to compliment you on an incredible job. This is what I'd build if I had the skill and budget.