Amateur Shed Build Part 2 The Foundation

Part 2 in the Series. You will see an amateur try to build a foundation for a 10x10 Shed, with Deck Blocks.
Materials For Foundation.
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12- Deck blocks
8- Bags Of Stone Can get away with 6.
9- 2x6x10 Pressure Treated Wood
6- joist hangers
1 1/2 inch galvanized nails for hangers
3 1/2 inch galvanized nails for joists and bands
Stay tuned for more to come.

[@InVinoVeritas.]

Thank you so much for this!! I'm going to (try) to do same method to construct mini house for our son on our property. Going to watch pt 3 next...thanks again!!! 👍😊

[@Noahsamonte31]

For me, the ideas in kzbin.infoUgkxy_pn55PK60wAV3X_C_RoLS_67mNonoCE Plans were a starting point for building different sheds . Ryan gives ideas that allow an individual to draw nicest conclusions into the design and building of his or her own shed.

[@OmegaOm]

Don't know how you can for free. Just fill in between the studs with insolation material you can find I guess. Styrofoam maybe.

[@david84ss]

Thank you, I think this will be the method I will use.

[@smokeycanuck8058]

LOL gotta love burning vacation time to work hard eh? I feel your pain. Sometimes I look forward to getting back to work for some rest ;). Thanks for the informative vid.

[@adamchurvis1]

Ahhhh, yes, the twenty-eight-second lead-in! Ma-a-a-a-arvelous!

[@nickhamel5278]

Better tamp the gravel with a tamper, stepping on with feet will not copct enough. Make sure if you really want wood beams, joists an plywood flooring so close to the ground. Painting both sides of plywood won't let it breathe. Better to use treated plywood. Joists, beams would be better if they are pressure treated. A slab of roofing will prevent moisture wicking into the wood, blocks can wick it up.

[@beckyprewitt5372]

I can not thank you enough for your detailed description. I looked at many before yours and felt I could never do it, but after seeing yours, I learned so much - you fill in the blanks.

[@OmegaOm]

Ty very much Becky. So you know its been 2 winters and shed is still level.

[@suzannerose2835]

I am an amateur building my shed but watching your video helps me alot

[@OmegaOm]

Thank you very much Suzanne. I know you will succed in building your shed. Glad I am helping.

[@klaymonkey9073]

Awesome walkthrough. These videos are great for just chilling back and observing.

[@OmegaOm]

Thanks man. Glad you like them. really appreciate it.

[@PRLcafe]

Excellent job !! Ty sir

[@HNXMedia]

I will be building a floating deck to use as a "tent foundation." This was very helpful! Thanks!

[@OmegaOm]

Thank you. Glad this vid helped.

[@damianclyde9250]

instaBlaster.

[@mikeardelli3544]

Great job buddy!

[@joseacevedo1645]

Hello from Chile..thank for you video....

[@OmegaOm]

Hi From Canada Man. Im Glad You Liked it. Thank You!

[@joseacevedo1645]

@@OmegaOm wow, from end to end of the continent .... so you see that your videos are seen and help people around the world.

[@OmegaOm]

@@joseacevedo1645 Yes, its amazing everybody can see. I started those vids cause I could not find any real vids at the time on building a shed with deck blocks. I am glad the video helped you. I am posting update soon, after 3 years so you can see shed is still good now.

[@jeremiahabernathy3417]

Thank u so much for sharing this video

[@modeled6878]

Your welcome. Glad you got something out of it to help you.

[@REK1DZ]

thank you for posting, this is very informative and will use it to build one

[@OmegaOm]

TY REK1DZ, glad you can get something out of this.

[@tracymarshall8056]

i love how easy the plans are in *WoodBlueprints. Com* to understand and the step-by-step videos they have. Makes getting material really easy

[@jackier7737]

Did you do anything to tie down the foundation in case of big wind trying to lift up the shed. You have the pier just sitting on the gravel.

[@OmegaOm]

No I did not. It would take a really big wind to lift that up. Lots of cabins built like that and I had a fenced in yard with lots of foliage.. If you have a really windy area you can hammer metal stakes into the ground and strap them to the joists.

[@chinhhuynh9713]

Hi Darrin - thanks for all the shed build videos. Very informative and helpful. Also saw your 3 yr follow-up video as well.

[@OmegaOm]

Thank you for watching. I am glad you liked them. I hope they help with your shed. :)

[@1spark2]

This looks like the best option for a floor. Good video with details. Looks like the wife is enjoying the day watching you work. :D

[@OmegaOm]

Thanks man. LOL. She helped when ever I needed her, but I usually prefer to work alone. I found that this was my best option for a foundation. I think the deck blocks would hold the shed better in winds, instead of using just stone blocks that the foundation may slide a bit.

[@jhoncanole2979]

Winner of a video, I've been looking for "do you need a permit to build a shed?" for a while now, and I think this has helped. You ever tried - Damkietor Nonpareil Dominion - (do a search on google ) ? It is a great one of a kind guide for building better sheds and woodworking without the headache. Ive heard some decent things about it and my colleague got great results with it.

[@Daryl185]

Am looking to build a 12x32 work shop for building my outdoor furniture, this looks to be scalable to the size I require

[@OmegaOm]

Yes I think so.

[@toupsclassroomtoupsclassro9557]

Kudos

[@nickdouglass4833]

I think 12 blocks was a great idea

[@huazhang4043]

thanks for you video! i am definitely gonna choose your method to build my shed foundation. How is it after 3 yrs ?

[@OmegaOm]

Glad you like it Hua. The shed is still the same 3 years later. Here is link to a recent vid of it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4m8momloryknNE

[@brianw612]

Nice video, but get a big solid one piece framing hammer, four or five bangs, nail set!

[@OmegaOm]

Thanks man, will do next time.

[@kennyc388]

IF you can hit the nail head! I was waiting for Benny Hill to show up.

[@passion830217]

Hello, Did you use landscape fabric and gravel to prevent growth under the shed? Grass growing underneath is no good for the foundation.

[@OmegaOm]

It will be dark under the shed, nothing will grow. But moisture could damage under the shed, you could put a vapor barrier under it for added protection. I protected floor boards with paint and I used pressure treated wood for the foundation.

[@05glisedan]

Could you provide update... How's the shed holding up? I'm currently planning a shed build, searching foundation setup.. Thanks for sharing..

[@OmegaOm]

The shed is the same after 3 years of crazy winter of freeze then thaw. Level and square. If you like I will do a vid on it

[@ecurry3252]

@@OmegaOm do. Please.

[@OmegaOm]

@@ecurry3252 ok will do

[@wiseguyin]

@@OmegaOm This is exactly what I was looking for. Needed a confirmation that this technique will hold up to crazy chicago winters. I dont want to dig through the frost line for a small lean to shed...

[@OmegaOm]

@@wiseguyin I am close to you in Niagara Falls. Its been 3 years and shed is the same. Others were asking for shed update, but me and the wife parted ways and this virus made it hard to go back to shed. I filmed shed yesterday. I will put it up tonight on my channel.

[@wowa5514]

if insulated could the shed be comfortable for pets?

[@OmegaOm]

Sure thing, check the last shed vid and see final product. A bit bigger and better door and window the shed can be a tiny home.

[@canadiangp9366]

Great video, thanks for making it. Have you have had any settling under the blocks?

[@OmegaOm]

Thanks man. No . you can check out one of my last vids of it. 3 years later. Hasnt moved at all.

[@Mr83wesley]

Great video. You look and sound like Rich Hall and have Dhalsim levels of flexibility - Respect!

[@OmegaOm]

Thank you very much John. Never heard of Rich Hall Ill check him out.

[@victorbunch7725]

@@OmegaOm Yeah, and some a--h--- only have time to count hammer strikes

[@eduardoe4200]

How many cinder blocks do I need for a 10x10?

[@OmegaOm]

Mine was 10x10, I used 12 blocks

[@mibrahi05]

Thank you for sharing . You should check the grove level rather than the peaks of the stone

[@OmegaOm]

Thank you :) What do you mean about the grove level.

[@madeinkorea9078]

Thans for your ditail explaination

[@OmegaOm]

Thank you Made in Korea

[@mattyhendo88]

Could you use tuff blocks for the foundation plastic instead of concrete????

[@OmegaOm]

not sure what those are.

[@contentex1]

Hello and thank you for the video. Do you think it is a good idea to fix the foundation to earth somehow to prevent to prevent shed being blowed away by wind or storm. Thanks again.

[@OmegaOm]

My shed is protected from the wind. But if you lived in an open windy area ya then sure. You can get spikes with rope to hammer in the ground and attach to the canter of foundation, if you build foundation above the ground.

[@rhondajimer7182]

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[@premsoma1]

Wow no power tools been used

[@Eastbaypisces]

how far apart do the deck blocks need to be?? thinking of doing same thing but only 4 x8 shed plus or minus a foot or so.

[@OmegaOm]

I spaced them 3 feet apart and 5 feet apart. I would say 5 feet apart is good. I did overkill. But it depends on the thickness of your joist boards, the thicker the stronger the board and the further apart you can place your blocks. 4x8 I would use 6 blocks. 2 on the 4 side and 3 on each 8 side.

[@Eastbaypisces]

@@OmegaOm oh ok i was thinking doing a 4x10 w 2x6s

[@Thefruitshowstheroot]

Will high winds blow it away?

[@OmegaOm]

My yard is pretty sheltered, I have had high winds, the thing is really Heavy. A tornado would blow it to pieces anyway. If you were worried, you could hammer spikes into the ground with straps that go around joists.

[@Thefruitshowstheroot]

OmegaOmStudios ...oh ok, good to know. Thanks!

[@honeybadger4198]

do u have to use the gravel?

[@OmegaOm]

Yes. Its for drainage and helps keep shed level over the years. Water can erode soil washing it away. Its not that much extra work or cost.

[@cee4788]

What about if you are building on a hill and dont have a machine to level out the surface area? Can you still make the foundation? Need help, every video has a perfectly flat surface

[@OmegaOm]

you can put 4x4 posts in the deck blocks on the lower parts of the hill, cut off and level with the blocks on the upper parts of the hill.

[@tracymarshall8056]

Thank you Ryan for releasing a great product as this [ Check Details Here?> *WoodBlueprints. Com* ]. Most of the plans I have imagined in my mind are put down on your woodworking plans. This is more like a genius job. I love it!?

[@celyl]

The 3-4 feet spacing for block placement is for 2x4 and you are using 2x6. Check span tables for 2x6 for proper spacing.

[@OmegaOm]

Prob could get away with using 3 less blocks but dont hurt to make it stronger.

[@davidebasinger2997]

Why didn’t he take the boards out and nail them instead when they were in the deck brick? Not getting the nails all the way to the bottom of the board. So half the boards got nailed???

[@baseball-4ever]

The boards look like 2x8x12 treated. Very heavy to lift.

[@thedyslexic9936]

go in one foot from each end, so blocks at 1 foot, 5 foot, and 9 foot, and you only need 9 blocks that way...and install short pieces out to the rim joists although extra support with 2x6s is never a bad thing to stop bounce.

[@christophercatano1848]

Would that be sufficient support for a shed of this size? I’m planning out my shed build and I don’t want the deck blocks to show so I was thinking about doing the same thing your suggesting but I’m not sure if that will provide enough support

[@michaelott310]

I had to take Dramamine for the motion sickness with the camera moving all around. I personally prefer solid concrete blocks. But I mostly like to just dig holes and pour concrete piers. You can use 2X10 lumber to span longer distances without support. You would only need about 8 holes a few feet deep around the perimeter. Then attach posts, snap a level line and trim them off. Its a lot harder than you think to get all 12 blocks the same level..

[@OmegaOm]

Thanks for the tips. Maybe my next shed Ill try the posts.

[@JamesSmith-in2qw]

I'm doing exactly what Michael said. 16 x 40 building on deck blocks spaced 4 feet apart. Will use 4x4 posts and snap a chalk line for leveling. Will also use tamped down gravel under every deck block for drainage and to resist the deck blocks sinking.

[@kingroc8711]

Can I build it with 2× 4s

[@OmegaOm]

If you did, it all depends on how big of a shed. IF you building as big as mine then you would need more blocks and joists have to be closer together. Not to code but you can kind of get a sense by looking at it if it will hold that weight without cracking. I think if you want to save money on wood, keep the 2x6's for the foundation and maybe go 2x3's for the walls and roof.

[@sepulvedaapt]

I like the music?

[@OmegaOm]

Thank you Adam

[@stephanyibarra8132]

What are the measurements of the shed ? (The height, width, and length)

[@modeled6878]

Its a 10x10 shed about 11 feet high. I should of said exact measurements in video.

[@sharonadams6728]

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[@rhondajimer7182]

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[@thedyslexic9936]

measure 3 feet left on top of 2x, four feet right on top of that 2x, and five feet on the diagonal, and partially set a board across to finish a triangle and hold everything in place

[@luheu9216]

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

[@Robisme]

Why not just 21 concrete block holders? I added the prices of the materials and it’s a marginal increase to what I think a more solid foundation would be. Avoiding pouring concrete as that would mean it’s no longer a “temporary structure “ and would be coded and taxed differently.

[@OmegaOm]

I do not think 21 is necessary, 12 is enough. If you want more support you could use 2x8x10 joists instaed.

[@knottreel]

Music sounds like a Zatōichi film.

[@michaelwoolley2571]

Hey @omegaOmStudios could you post of list the materials you used if possible :). It would be greatly appreciated, Thanks :).

[@OmegaOm]

Ill put it down below video so anybody else can see it.

[@michaelwoolley2571]

Thanks man.

[@OmegaOm]

NP, Should be up now.

[@timmoore9736]

Overkill? Nope - solid, and it won't be sagging on the middle.

[@dixonjames4177]

Great videos. You show a lot of detail that others haven't.I'm curious on the deck blocks if you remember how much of the 2x6 was sticking out above it and how many inches of the panel was nail to the 2x6.

[@OmegaOm]

I hammered mold lines of inside deck blocks down so all 2x6s lie flush. What do you mean about. Panels?

[@dixonjames4177]

Sorry for the confusion by panels I was referring to the siding. Some use smart panels, T1-11 or OSB. Also I meant how much of the 2x6 was above the deck block.

[@OmegaOm]

The 2x6 stick up over deck block about 3 and 1/8th inch. The panel comes down about 1 and 3/4 inch on the 2x6. These do not count the floor boards. Just make sure you build frame so the 8 foot panels meet the top plate and hang at least an inch over floor boards.

[@dixonjames4177]

Awesome. Thanks for your help.

[@averageguy1261]

Is that pressure treated wood?

[@OmegaOm]

yes

[@CKBowling1]

Aren't you supposed to put the joist hangers on first?

[@OmegaOm]

Not sure, I guess you could. Might be harder to hold in place. In the end I do not think it makes a difference. What ever is easier for you.

[@billbrown1611]

use a long handle, stand up. easier.

[@jimgordon3468]

Lmao.

[@jb813]

Not that anyone cares, but my critique: PROS: no stupid background music (so tired of hearing INANE music), good overview of project. CONS: Worthwhile content was 1-2 minutes. A lot of wasted footage and viewer's time. Comments about rain, tools, etc =nonessential. Thanks.

[@OmegaOm]

Thanks for Critique man. This was intended more then to be a how to video. Its an adventure on an amateur trying to build a shed for the first time. You can learn a few things of what to do and what not to do. Or you can enjoy the adventure.

[@Mike-pj1kv]

I like the overall approach to the video.

[@diversify210]

geez I thought I was going to die watching this guy hammering in one freaking nail. My goodness

[@dw2201]

OoooOoooOmega

[@torontoraptors2107]

How many deck blocks to use in an 8x6 metal shed pls? I understand 4 on each corners..

[@OmegaOm]

I would say 3 sets of 3. 9.

[@torontoraptors2107]

@@OmegaOm thank you and subd!!

[@erichepperle5902]

#deckBlocks

[@billbrown1611]

why didn't you use screws to fasten?

[@OmegaOm]

Cost I think was my reason.

[@smokefathersbbq]

Can’t use screws. They don’t have anywhere near the shear strength of nails.

[@stoneyj1a1]

Too many blocks, overkill. Too much hammering, a few strikes is all you need, put it together before you put it in the blocks

[@vangiaido1285]

If you are experts or have experience then you know how to reduce the blocks but add $25 for 3 blocks it doesn't hurt

[@alibertylover]

Please let me know what music was playing here ?????

[@OmegaOm]

All music in all my vids is my own music, that I play and wright myself.

[@alibertylover]

OmegaOmStudios / that's what I thought. Interesting stuff ; I like You're style.....

[@OmegaOm]

thankyou JA

[@TomKaren94]

5:50 - Dude, get a handle and stand up to roll it. 19:30 - Wow...

[@davidebasinger2997]

The dude can’t even nail correctly! Sheesh!!

[@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885]

@@davidebasinger2997 is he breaking the law?

[@billbrown1611]

use a long handle shovel. stop using that Italian shovel.

[@OmegaOm]

lol. Maybe because I am Italian.

[@hendersonalfie6481]

I built a shed with these plans from Ryan [ Details Here?> *WoodBlueprints. Com* ] . The instructions were clear and easy to implement. Even a novice can be able to build fast using this plan. I'm happy I bought the plan. It also saved me much cost.

[@andyjame5898]

Can people with diabetes eat mangoes?

[@mindfulmagician7550]

You have to be careful, with the amount of glucose that's contained in them, they might get pregnant.

[@SamCanada1]

:)

[@dexterdog62]

Why nail? You should have used screws. Much more secure.

[@OmegaOm]

Those nails along with the joist hangers are not going anywhere. Cheaper too.

[@texastaterbug5395]

Nails typically have higher shear strength for a similar length fastener.

[@obadiah7771]

Screws are easier but they have less strength than nails.

[@datingsas]

Screws are weaker

[@tubularguynine]

How 'bout a mic cover?...WIND!

[@OmegaOm]

Sorry man. Built in mic with no option for external mic. Guess you Mike Oldfield Fan

[@samrs132]

I counted almost 40 strikes for one of those nails...

[@yuktisehgal4924]

Your shed looks great! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us! I built an 8x10 shed for my kids in my backyard earlier this year using plans I got from *WoodBlueprints. Com* Clear directions and an accurate materials list...It was great for a novice builder like myself!

[@kennyc388]

You're tallying hammer blows on You Tube? I think you should look for a girl friend.

[@Station9.75]

^ this ^

[@kennyc388]

Looks like your mug has taken about 40 strikes.

[@samrs132]

Anton Bouchette Did I trigger you snowflake? ❄️

[@merlinkrisp3792]

You focus sucks. But great job with your work

[@OmegaOm]

Thanks Merlin. Sorry about my focus, my DSLR's auto focus is broken, so its only manual focus. This is hard when trying to look at a small low res screen in bright sun. One day I will get a new camera.

[@bignagurski7688]

Day "three" and you haven't got the base done yet!

[@OmegaOm]

ha,ha first days shed tear down.

[@sterlingprice5963]

@Big Nagurski, Hey buddy, if you got nothing good to say, don't say anything eh?