12'x24' DIY Shed Build (Part 1 - Floor)

Welcome to part 1 of our shed build showing the skid foundation and floor system. This will probably be a 3-part series covering floor, walls, and roof. It will be a 12'x24' wooden shed with a single slope metal roof and either T1-11 or LP SmartSide siding.
Making some improvements on the previous two floor systems I've had a chance to try. Went with 2"x8" joists, secured with joist hangers, on 4"x4" treated skids set on gravel trenches. Hopefully, this will last for many years.
Please let me know down below if you have any questions or comments, and stop back to see the walls and ceiling go up. Trying to get it all up before the worst of the monsoons hit! Thanks for watching!
Thanks to Taylor for all the help!
This will be a 12'x24' wooden shed with a single slope metal roof and LP SmartSide siding.
I'll try to summarize some of the construction stats/key points here:
FLOOR:
- 12' x 24'
- 4' x 4' treated skid foundation
- 2" x 8" joists @ 16" OC
- 3/4" plywood subfloor
WALLS:
- 2" x 4" construction with double top plates
- (3) 3' x 2' sliding windows
- DIY double door - 59” x 80”
- 1/2" OSB sheathing
- House wrap
- LP SmartSide paneling
ROOF:
- 16' x 27'
- 1.5-in-12 pitch (minimum recommended by metal roof mfr), single slope
- 2" x 8" rafters @ 24" OC
- 1/2" plywood sheathing, with sheathing clips
- Synthetic roofing paper
- 29 gauge galvalume metal roofing panels (3' x 16' each)
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[@seymourscagnetti1413]

Video mark 14:23 "Hillbilly Mountain Clog Dance" = Very nice. Video mark 14:28 "Running Man Dance" with FREEZE FRAME? = Mind blowing! Somebody....Please.....Pay this man!

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks so much, Frank! Nice to know somebody appreciates the effort. 🤩

[@Promeethious]

Great video. Just a couple of comments: 1) Boards tend to climb when you nail at an angle. I think you can minimize the gap between the joint by keeping the joist hanger snug against the side of the joist. 2) You recommended supporting the skids using 4x4 cross supports. It seems that this would make it difficult to slide when you want to drag the shed somewhere.

[@MidlifePrices]

Valid points. I don't think moving it is all that practical, but luckily I don't think we really have a need to.

[@jamieofalltrades536]

What you are supposed to do is put a nail or screw into the the joist at an angle, or from the outside of the ring boards to temporarily hold the joist. Once you get it to grade and temporarily held by said screw or nail, then you install the joist hanger, so that they are flush and tight.

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks for the tip!

[@donkimball6174]

Way to go Brian. I like the detailed explanation of what you are doing for those of us are far from carpenters. Thanks!

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks! I try my best not to leave anything out.

[@MrBillCNW]

Hello Brian I think your demonstration video and explanation of everything I think you did a great job if anybody says anything negative well you just got to expect always somebody that don’t like everything in those people I just ignore. Anyway thank you again for sharing you did a great job

[@MidlifePrices]

You're totally right! We try to remind ourselves all the time. Thank you!

[@nathancollins5822]

You did such a Great job on expaining things! We thank you for it!

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks so much for watching! Hope it helps.

[@peterpalumbo1963]

I like the 12'x12' squares. You can combine just about any number of them to form deck of the shed.

[@MidlifePrices]

You betcha!

[@eyeswideshut2800]

Good to know, getting a shell delivered in about 6 weeks, fingers crossed.

[@DavidSusen]

Thank you for this video. I too am figuring things out as I go. So this is perfect along with all the experienced comments!

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks, David. Hope it helps! Good luck.

[@Klatubarada1979]

Nail a piece of wood to the top of the joist so it rests on the rim joist.

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Lol! Those people are rude! Unbelievable!😆 The floor's looking good Brian! Can't wait to see the rest of it come together. As well as some more sweet dance moves.😆👍

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks, guys! Gotta get my butt in gear so I don't get soaked. We see you guys have gotten a good bit of rain already, but ours has held off so far. I wouldn't mind if it waited til I get a roof on this thing! Sometimes dancing and singing keep us sane out here!

[@ourselfreliantlife]

@@MidlifePrices So this is definitely still in progress? Here's to beating the rain!!🤞 I don't know what your forecast is, but we might get more today.

[@MidlifePrices]

Still plugging away!

[@kimhoanglong7623]

just ordered the *WoodBlueprints. Com* guide for step-by-step videos and different plans to BUILD A SHED. they have some awesome plans in there

[@weekendhomeprojects]

That's one sturdy floor! Nicely done.

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks! ❤️😄

[@ripsagoly]

That’s brilliant ✨ good thinking for a unknown future !! Great job Brian !! 😊

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks! Never can have too much storage and work space.

[@jarradredwine1432]

Can’t wait to see the final product! Very cool!!

[@MidlifePrices]

Me, either! Just have to build it now. Thanks!

[@eduardodominguez3372]

Hey. Muchas gracias por tu idea y enseñarnos a hacer este floor!!!

[@MidlifePrices]

De nada!

[@GatorBall]

Love it, great job. I am going to build my own shed also....on to the dance floor.

[@MidlifePrices]

You can do it!

[@aledyoung2301]

Absolutely brilliant stuff. This is so helpful! Thanks

[@MidlifePrices]

Great to hear!

[@bernicesnyder3973]

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[@jillshomesteadexperience6706]

What a great idea 💡

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks, Jill. Just trying to keep things dry and get a little work space around here.

[@burnsfamilymhparklife7469]

looks good. great to see you making videos.hope to see more

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks! We like to mix it up with work and play, but there should definitely be more on this shed coming along soon! Thanks for watching!

[@cecilmccoy8455]

when i built our shed i used a plan from *WoodBlueprints. Com* and it had all the blueprints, supplies, materials, and list well laid out for me.

[@Mixwell1983]

Sounds like you were watching Essential Craftsman for that hammering in screws triick.

[@MidlifePrices]

You called it! He shares some great stuff!

[@miataman1985]

Easy to understand and learn.Thank you Brother

[@MidlifePrices]

So nice of you! Hope it helps!

[@robertorodriguez3885]

YOU ROCK COOL

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks, Roberto!

[@eyeswideshut2800]

I cracked up too, gave you a thumbs up just for the quick laugh, I'm easy...lol

[@MidlifePrices]

Glad you enjoyed! 😃

[@warriorlink8612]

I hit the like button once I saw you start dancing hahaha!! Thanks for this video!!! very helpful for me as I think about building a shed!!

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks for the watch and like! We'll try to work more dancing into future videos. Good luck on your project.

[@chavez13mc]

Congrats 🍾🎈🎉🎊 I loved your ideas n I loved watching your video . Don’t ever let someone tell you , that you can’t do something or your an idiot . No it means you tried n you messed up just don’t over til you get it right good job bro 😎 I admire you and thanks for the inspiration

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks so much! We try to keep that in mind, but it can be discouraging when people are negative. Luckily, we haven't had too much of that, and it's offset by many kind people such as yourself. Hope you get to check out the whole series on the shed. Also, we're now publishing a series on a big carport build we just completed. Thanks, again. One of the main reasons for being on KZbin is to inspire and teach others as we learn.

[@dallasarnold8615]

Just now seeing this one. Two points. One because the floor joists are supported by the skids and not by the rim joists ( band ), joist hangers are not needed or required. Should have simply butt nailed them to the rim. Two, since the skids are spliced in the center, it would have been better to put one 12 foot section centered then a 6 foot section on either end to add strength to skid splice. As long as you do not move the structure a lot it really won't matter here. It might show up if it were ever pulled onto a trailer to haul to another site. And the idea of presetting the screws is just a waste of time. While you are there just run the screw. The preset method would never make it for production.

[@MidlifePrices]

Good points, Dallas. Luckily, I'm just doing one-time builds. I'm sure there are efficiencies that could be built in for speed.

[@teyyet2004]

Nice Job. I am in the process of building a 14x24 shed made from rough cut lumber.

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks, Terry. Good luck with yours!

[@OurUpperRoomHomestead]

I think it's looking really good. I can't tell you how many boards I've split with self-tapping screws... obviously drilling pilot holes isn't my thing, but with this project I'm sure it wasn't a problem for you. Great idea to set those screws in place, being excited for new ideas is never lame!

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks! Love the cool little tricks you can pick up along the way!

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[@jean-michellandry4876]

Good job !

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks!

[@eugeniabarrabes5339]

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[@TerraFirmaX]

Lol at the end. That looks like a great floor Brian

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks! Hopefully it is.

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[@kiwibuilder5695]

9:00 2X 150mm galv bugle batten screws top and bottom, save time and you wont need those hangers.

[@MidlifePrices]

Hadn't heard of those. Had to look them up! Thanks for the suggestion. 👍

[@pecivilwaterandenvior8318]

Sir, Lot to learn

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks. Hope it helps someone out there!

[@garycrosby1212]

Let's see some of your work

[@NYTROeast]

I usally mark out my joist along the edge and then snap a culck line across a then just start screwing across the lines

[@MidlifePrices]

That works! 👍

[@eyeswideshut2800]

I hope you did LP, T1 has a bad rep. per some shed builders but i don't know really, guess we'll find out.

[@MidlifePrices]

I did use LP, but made the decision largely based on the look of LP vs. T1. Didn't really read about any MAJOR differences between the two.

[@bobbg9041]

Your using nails for the joist hanger where its required to use bolts. The nails dont have the shear strength the bolts do. And they will pull out a screw or bolts will not pull out. Nice trick on the presenting screws, I didnt know either, speed the job up. I did see a trick for setting joist hangers without the whole joist, just use a 6- 12 or 24" pec of scrap for the rim joist setting drop in you joist after pre setting them all put in your outside screw then the inside bolts. By the way I comment not to put you down, it's to share what I've learned from other people watching youtube videos. Last shed I built was a prefab metal shed from sears 35 to 40 years ago for someone else and it was on a cement pad. I should drive by that house now and look for it becuse I'll bet it looks very nasty by now. I like the fact you used branching on the joists, you dont even see that in houses anymore, oh with tong and grove you shouldn't have to have a blocking under the lips, but the blocking ties everything togather and makes a much stronger floor, I'm going to bet you could part a 3/4 ton pickup truck on that without dammage.

[@MidlifePrices]

Hmm. Never heard of using bolts before. Manufacturer's suggestions are either nails or screws (specifically made for joist hanging). I just know that, generally, shear strength of nails is better than screws. I've never seen a manufacturer ever suggest any kind of bolt, but I'm not an expert! Thanks for the advice, and for clarifying that it wasn't malicious. Constructive criticism always welcome here, and I'm always open to suggestions. I definitely think it's overbuilt, but that makes me feel more comfortable, so… I appreciate the kind words, and thanks for watching!

[@bobbg9041]

@@MidlifePrices 1/4-Inch Hex Head drive reduces cam-out for easier installation Shank is specifically designed to match the fastener holes in Simpson Strong-Tie connectors Optimized heat treated for strength Mechanically-galvanized coating meets ASTM B695 class 55 Connectors installed with SD screw code listed under ICC-ES ESR-3096, Imported Watch how to repair your deck from a-z on youtube. I know you look at that and say screw, it is but its driven in with a nut driver becuse its hex head. From what I understand these have more shear strength then nails. These are also engineered for shear. I live in tornado alley I'm not a big fan of nails. With enough force nails pull out say even a 16 penny nail will pull out most studded walls are toenaild in place or bottom nailed then stood up, working on my own house I've found loose wall studs in a 2 x 4 partition wall That not even the drywall held in place. Perhaps it was a poor framing job, or the pratace isn't that strong. How much force does it take to knock a 2 by 4 loose off a 2 by 4 butt joint where its nails either throw the bottom plate or toenaild into place, end grain in wood is not very strong. Stand a nailed togather wall up it's pretty flimsy untill you get the sheathing on it screws tend to be more ridgid and dont flop around as much. Not all screws and bolts have the same tincil strength. I belive every connection should be done with hurricane ties. Everywhere, for both wind and seismic movement And tied directly into the foundation from roof line to basement. Houses wouldnt blow apart or shake apart look at the rules they now have in California and Florida. Both places have codes very differnt then any other place in the nation now. I think if houses are falling down and blowing over, we are not making them sound enough. Granted your a fool to build on the fault line, or expect almost anything to withstand a cat 5 or f5 head on but at least one room should be safe most houses explode becuse the garage door blows in then the house fills with pressure, or the roof blows off and walls are not that strong. IE nails. Drive a nail and sink a screw Use your hammer to pull both, the screw wont pull out the nail will. Yes the screw will break, depends on the type of screw, the nail will just pull out. Nothing but a round soft metal to hold it in. Nails are made out of soft wire metal, it's very low carbon steel. Screws are made out of all types of materials depending on what it's for. You have to use the right screw for the job. After a wile you can use the left screws. You wouldnt hang a door with nails would you? No becuse after using the door for a wile it's going to come loose. Screws are stronger. They bite into the material. Nails are cheaper and faster. Are you a fan of pocket holes kraig jigs Do the same thing with nails and stand on either part the nailed boards will pull Apart. Kitchen cabnits are hung with special screws. They used to use nails, about 75% more of them. I took out an old kitchen once I must have pulled 150 nails out just to get 5' of boxes off the wall. We put the new system back up with 25 screws maybe that were ment to hang cabinets with. These were 2.5" long screws, the nails I pulled were 1 3/4"

[@brannoninhd2249]

Great video! I am planning to build a 16'x24' shed. Could you give me a tip on how i should plan the foundation? I plan to use pea gravel and solid concrete blocks for the skids to rest on. I just need help on the layout as I am no professional.

[@MidlifePrices]

That's a fine choice for a foundation. As far as layout, it mostly comes down to how you're going to use it and what will be inside. Really a matter of personal preference. My dimensions were driven largely to minimize waste (multiples of 4 and 8 for things like plywood sheeting) and for roof sizing (need to be able to span the distance with rafters). 16x24 is quite large. Rafters for a shed style (single slope) roof would be very long and, therefore, would need to be quite large. Maybe not as bad if you're planning a gable style roof. Lots of variables involved. My advice would be to seek out other examples of that size of shed and see how they've done it. That's what I did. Happy to help if you want to discuss further, though. Not a professional here, either! Thanks for watching.

[@a.dejesus792]

Hey, screw those people. Life is a continual learning experience. Great vid by the way.

[@MidlifePrices]

Thank you! Trying to overcome my fear of failure, but some amount is necessary to learn.

[@passion830217]

Hi, Brian, I see you have some dek blocks by the side of your foundation. I see people lay lumbers directly on those concrete blocks to build the foundation. I do not know whether your food skid or the deck blocks better for Mississippi where we have torrential rains for days when my 4-inch shed foundation can get wet. For wet protection, I lean more to dek block foundation, but structurally, which method is better in your opinion? Are 12*24 foundations are too big to use dek blocks? Thanks!

[@MidlifePrices]

I suppose it would just come down to how many you use and the spacing between them. In my example the skids provide continuous support for all the floor joists, but the deck blocks would only support the joists that were sitting in them. I realize it would make sense for you to raise the whole assembly off the ground, but there would need to be enough deck blocks to provide enough support points for the joists not to sag. Interesting question. Thanks!

[@The_real_dylan]

Guys, I actually found your video by searching for "Shed Foundation". Too funny, hope you're doing well!

[@MidlifePrices]

Dylan D? That’s crazy. How are you doing? Thanks so much! ❤️ (you can tell if it’s me or Brian because I am the one who uses emoji’s 😂)

[@bananapatch9118]

I’m trying to do a VERY inexpensive shed and wondering what plywood to use for the floor.....pressure treated ? How thick ? Thx !

[@MidlifePrices]

I did not use pressure treated and don't think you should need to. It is 3/4" thick, and I have found that 1/2" will tend to sag, unless your floor joists are spaced tighter than 16" OC. I'd say the 3/4" is necessary. Good luck on your build!

[@bavondale]

"a dance floor" 14:13 lol

[@MidlifePrices]

Forgot to throw in a little Thriller, but we'll save that for some other time!

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[@PhilipCasteleyn]

I have one question. If your floor joists are 12ft and your rim boards are 1.5 inches wide then you’d be at 12ft 3in total width. How did u compensate for this later when building walls? Did u just add an extra stud at each end of your walls?

[@MidlifePrices]

The joists are actually 11’ 9” to account for the rim joists. The finished span is 12’. Good question if I didn’t explain that!

[@mseifried5]

Brian, I want to know if you put any small space between the floor plywood.

[@MidlifePrices]

Yes, I left gaps. 👍

[@reefwiz99]

Just curious, could you have used a nail gun and no joist hangers? 3-4 nails on the outside vertically and 4 diagonal nails?

[@MidlifePrices]

Good question! I think questions like these don't always have a simple answer, and there's almost always multiple ways to do something. I don't think your suggestion would fail, at least not for some time, but I believe the purpose of the joist hangers is to avoid having the connection occur only through the end grain of the wood, which is the weakest connection point for a piece of wood. With the joist hangers, you're nailing into the face of a board (the rim joist), and the downward force is also spread out by the joist hanger, rather than just on the nail. Of course, I'm not a professional builder, but I believe that is the reason for "engineering" a fastener for this purpose. It could even be a code violation that you should check on.

[@Handeeman]

You gotta ask your neighbors! I've got a palm nailer that you'd use with my air compressor and makes driving those nails for the hangers in a cinch, don't have to swing any hammers. Instead of using the blocking throughout, you can use 3/4" tongue and groove plywood and put construction glue in it and that makes the edges of the plywood really secure. Either way is fine :) Plywood doesn't typically split like what you were worried about and going in to 2x lumber is no problem. No predrilling needed. This base is about 100x better than the other one you built. Great job! Once you get this shed done, your building confidence will go through the roof. Before I built the tiny house, I didn't have much experience except for electrical and I felt like I could build anything afterwards.

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks, neighbor! Just a few more things I didn't know, but each project makes us a little smarter, right? Thanks for the advice and the offer. I'll definitely take you up on it when I get to the roof!

[@jenniferbond598]

Speaking of tongue in groove, did you hear about those new neighbors down the street that bought that land, the lesbian couple, they're awesome... super friendly. They're building a place as well, except their entire place will be tongue in groove, not a stud in sight!!! LOL hahaha :o)--

[@gdubbsmotolife9713]

Tico nail guns are even better for this. They're made specifically to do that job.

[@gdubbsmotolife9713]

@@jenniferbond598 😝🤘

[@robertorodriguez3885]

OOL DANCING

[@MidlifePrices]

🕺!

[@Jonnynot1plate]

Would you this foundation building method is goos to use for building a tiny house, as well?

[@MidlifePrices]

I'm not an expert, but probably wouldn't recommend skids as a tiny house foundation. Probably want something a little more permanent. Also, I think probably any county would consider that a temporary structure, meaning that you could not treat it as a permanent dwelling. I would definitely ask your county building permit office a question like that, but those are my initial thoughts.

[@Jonnynot1plate]

@@MidlifePrices thanks! Yeah it's tough to decide which foundatiin to use since there are many methonds.

[@logicfxtrading2280]

Great dancing

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks!

[@joeadamson8868]

Great video Sir, I am getting ready to build a shed wanting this same size. My hardest problem to get started is getting a foundation leveled out putting the frame on. How deep are your trenches with the gravel? And thank you for a great video.

[@MidlifePrices]

They're about 6 inches deep. Foundations freak me out, too. Hope these are good enough in our climate. Good luck!

[@joeadamson8868]

What thickness of plywood did you go with on the floor

[@MidlifePrices]

Went with 3/4". Had done 1/2" on a previous small shed floor and it sagged pretty badly. I think 3/4" is pretty standard for this, unless you plan on putting something really heavy, like a vehicle, inside.

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[@gdubbsmotolife9713]

Cool project. Arizona? Not sure why you used joist hangers here...🤔 normally those are for hanging unsupported joists off of supported rims instead of the other way around. Solid work tho! 🤘🙌👍

[@MidlifePrices]

You mean because they're laying across skids? I guess that's a good point. I can see that now, but didn't even really think about it at the time. What else would I have done? Toe nail? Face nail through rim joists?

[@gdubbsmotolife9713]

@@MidlifePrices yep 3 face nails through the rims will get her done. Those brackets won't hurt anything, just overkill. Doing it the way you did makes a great stable floor. The rims are basically nothing more than a fascia for the floor. I love your overall design. I'm doing a smaller scale version of the same shed soon, so your series really hit home and was very entertaining. THANK YOU!

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks! Good luck!

[@WelcometoChickenlandia]

LOL Nice dance! I can't remember the name of it hahaha

[@MidlifePrices]

A little river dance and running man!

[@WelcometoChickenlandia]

I thought maybe that was the running man but wasn’t sure! Lol

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[@jamesgreen9848]

How much would you estimate a shed that is 40ft x 10ft with a 10ft ceiling.

[@MidlifePrices]

Not a simple question, but that's close to double the size, so probably pushing ~$8k?

[@mitchellcurtis7419]

Why did you not make the skid 12x24 also ?

[@MidlifePrices]

Hmm. Let me try and walk through the logic. The skids do support the entire 24' length, as the only other support in that direction are the rim joists. As for the 12' length, the joists (every 16") provide the stability and support in this direction. So, the only job of the skids in this direction is to distribute the weight to the ground, so it's not necessary to push all the way out to the edges. You actually want that support to be even underneath the joists, so some overhang is perfectly fine. Not exactly the same, but similar to the idea that a roof can overhang the walls of a building.

[@johnbyers961]

Get to work man . Here at 12:35 you are clearly just screwing around . Jk Liked and subbed . Nice build ; )

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks, John!

[@iversonwho3]

Did you use 2x6x12 for the joist?

[@MidlifePrices]

Actually had to double check this on the summary video (kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJ-QnZhjeK2YgKs), since it's been a little while. I actually went with 2x8x12. Might have been overkill, but would rather err on that side.

[@shylyrye]

Yeah I noticed that too I was thinking those definitely aren’t 4x4s LOL

[@HighDesertHomestead]

Brian, I always nail my joists off to my rim board, and then mount my hangers. But you would have been fine with as much support that you have to use 2x6 instead of 2x8 for joists. Then instead of hangers just use a 2x2 ledger under the joists. It cost less and gives more support.

[@HighDesertHomestead]

The design you have with the rim boards not supporting ledgers and hangers are really not necessary, you could have just attached the rim board to the joists with nails or screws. Just some money saving tips.

[@MidlifePrices]

Just trying to follow. I questioned this while I was doing it. Are the joist hangers unnecessary because the joists are resting on the skids? Thanks for the tips - I just wanna make sure I follow.

[@TerraFirmaX]

MidlifePrices l0l, that is correct.

[@HighDesertHomestead]

Yes sir you are correct.

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[@dagerdon5741]

Brian do you have blueprints?

[@MidlifePrices]

Sorry, no blueprints. Just the SketchUp file, which I walked through in Part 2 of the series here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKK0qaKHoruJpJI. Thanks for watching!

[@brandenjones716]

How much did somthing like this cost roughly? All said and done? Great work. Looks awsome

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks! I'll be doing a cost breakdown in the final video, but I can tell you it was around $4000. Decent chunk of money, but got a lot more for it than if I had purchased a product.

[@davidsettle8456]

Lmao. She just spit

[@MidlifePrices]

😂🤣👍

[@tristenmcneely7841]

How thick is the plywood you had used

[@MidlifePrices]

It's 3/4". I had previously done a small floor for our metal shed with 1/2", and it was sagging a bit.

[@davidsettle8456]

Whats the cost vs being bought

[@MidlifePrices]

Not sure about that right now, David. I thought I might have mentioned it in one of the videos in the series at the time, but things have definitely changed a lot! Whatever the difference was back then, I would guess that the percentage probably holds pretty closely.

[@leighamos489]

give urrrr:)

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks for watching, Leigh!

[@mseifried5]

The white guy can move!

[@MidlifePrices]

I do what I can!

[@Bluefoxxred]

Do you have the quantity list

[@MidlifePrices]

I do! If you send me an email at [e-mail], I'll be happy to send you my list.

[@tyshawnjames4]

Do u have to screw or can u use nails

[@MidlifePrices]

Either one will fasten two pieces together, but I usually make my choice based on whether I'm looking for "squeezing" or compressive strength (screws preferred) vs. shear strength (nails preferred). Since the floor sheathing is more likely to pop up or pull away from the floor joists rather than shift side to side, I went for squeezing strength here.

[@frankzeledon3902]

Can u mention materials used

[@MidlifePrices]

Perfect timing, Frank! I'm working on the final video now, which will walk through the whole build and talk materials and cost. Please stop back to check it out. Thanks for watching.

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[@frankzeledon3902]

Please was a good video for fyu

[@MidlifePrices]

Thanks, Frank!

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[@jimh4167]

On your gravel base Rounded rock (pea gravel) Isn't good for supporting things Because the roundedness allows the rock to move.. Broken rock is better at supporting weight .. The flat sides (or straight sides) are better at locking into place (what do I know is a good question) I spent 36 years running heavy equipment .. Grading and compaction was one of my specialitys... (Roads, slabs and. ?? Usually set on CAB (crushed aggregate base) or CMB (crushed miscellaneous base (crunched concrete and asphalt with some dirt for fines))

[@MidlifePrices]

Good to know for the future! We were planning on using pea gravel, but I only needed a little for this project, so I just used some broken rock that we had on hand here. Sometimes better lucky than good, I guess! Thanks for the tip! 👍

[@jimh4167]

@@MidlifePrices If you are looking to build roads , driveways The fines (small material like sand and or rock dust). is what helps lock (make hard) the material. Maybe an easier way to under stand Google Crushed Aggregate Base Or Crushed Miscellaneous Base Specifications

[@10feethighermaga12]

Your neighbors must hate you ...... both mr. cactus and mrs. sandy.

[@MidlifePrices]

😃

[@robertmckay7943]

Good video but you wasted money and time by using joist hangers. Your joist are supported by the main skids. Just nail or screw to rim joist

[@MidlifePrices]

Agreed.

[@onlyscience7120]

Collated screw guns are not that expensive.

[@MidlifePrices]

Interesting! Didn't even know there was such a thing.

[@WelcometoChickenlandia]

Yeah, watch your tone, haters!! LOL

[@MidlifePrices]

Gotta keep those fictional haters in check!

[@WelcometoChickenlandia]

LOL!!

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[@TheGuruStud]

nails....bruh

[@MidlifePrices]

I chose screws in this case because I was going for compressive strength, as opposed to shear strength. As always, though, multiple ways to get the job done.

[@bentramell729]

People talk way too much in these videos. Just show me what it looks like in each stage.

[@MidlifePrices]

To each his own.

[@russh7040]

A less talk about nonsense and more informative info on building plz.

[@MidlifePrices]

Everyone's a critic. 😃

[@russh7040]

@@MidlifePrices After watching the rest of the series I understand it was the first video and yes I am a critic, I am also a fan and would like to see you put out the best content possible. And help others learn. Not bashing you at all… Great job 👏

[@MidlifePrices]

@@russh7040 Cool. I appreciate you watching and giving feedback. It's taking me a long time to find my "KZbin voice." Some are a little more story telling and goofing off, and some are straight project how-to stuff. Always trying to find that sweet spot mix of the two.