Thanks! Yeah we try to find the sweet spot with showing something that's useful whilst incorporating TuffBlocks. We have loads of other builds on our channel so feel free to check them out :)

Prices are on SquareShed's website and vary depending on what you're after: squareshed.com/ The price for this was around $5k all up.

Good shout, joist hangers would be a great addition to the subframe. In fact we have a very similar project for a backyard shed which uses joist hangers for the subframe: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIiyenyXga19Z9ksi=w7rQFYszYdijCmsy

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It's called paver base, but also known as road base. You can use a mixture of aggregate materials like crushed rock, crusher dust, sand etc. The benefit of paver base is that it usually combines a few aggregates in one bag, so you get a good mix.

@@Buildtuffhow come you used paver base and then after that, you needed the “road gravel”? Could you have done paver base again instead ? Or sand?

@@tau_tv The choice of aggregate is completely up to you. Using 2 varieties is probably overkill and you could get away with using paver base on its own. If you're on well draining soil then you might get away without using any aggregate. In general, thicker is better for drainage and the finer aggregate is better for compaction. Paver base usually has a bit of sand mixed into it, but in general I wouldn't use sand as a standalone since it can wash away.

It's built on compacted grade level earth. For a small structure like this there might be a tiny bit of settling but if you prepare the ground properly then it won't be an issue.

There are a couple ways you can go about this. Either placing foundations on the joists themselves and supporting them in line with the allowable spans. Or you can use load bearing end joists and then run the joists across. You might want to consider using joist hangers in this process as you can then significantly cut down on the number of blocks needed. Chris Hume made a great video for us demonstrating this exact layout for his backyard office build: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIiyenyXga19Z9ksi=vuFGFszopbEpTa7o

Most codes allow floating structures to be built up to a height of 3 feet but this is generally the max. In terms of uplift resistance in case of high winds, you can install earth anchors. They're cheap, simple to install and they tie the frame down to the ground. Most decks weigh similar to a small car, so the weight holds it down. But earth anchors provide reassurance just in case of an extreme weather event.

@@michaelrivera2975 The weight of a typical deck is similar to a small car so the weight itself holds it firmly down. But to counter uplift in case of high winds you should install earth anchors to the subframe. They're cheap and very easy to install.

They don’t. So only use these in locations where the ground doesn’t freeze.

We might have a video you'll find interesting! Chris Hume created a mini backyard office in a similar vein: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIiyenyXga19Z9ksi=p97M7vHbRI9iE0jo It doesn't quite have the kitchen or bathroom though haha. You could certainly extend it out, and create a larger version to fit those. He did install an HVAC unit though. There's 2 parts to Chris' video with the foundation and the walls/roof part split up.

Some great points here. 3/8 lags have a sheer strength of 3000-4000 lbs each, so they're stronger than you'd think. But you're right, notching the posts and having the joist sitting straight onto the post is more ideal. The walls weren't made on the same day, and Beau explains that they do this for speed and quality control. The walls take about 2 hours to do, so the whole shed could technically be completed by 4pm. But since they build about 2-3 a week, it makes sense to pre-build the walls especially because it rains a lot in Fargo and they can spend those rainy days in the shop prepping for future builds. Our aim was to not only show you how to build a shed, but also what it takes to create a shed building business too. Not to be cliché but time is money and Beau has his methods down to a tee.

@Buildtuff Thanks for the response. Yes, lag screws are stronger than I thought. I watched a subsequent video where someone built a deck on Buildtuff blocks but he used notched posts. Now that makes sense to me, although it is extra work. Thanks again!