Build a Simple, Inexpensive, Outdoor Storage Shed with Basic Hand Power Tools.

Dad and I were in desperate need of additional storage for lawn mowers, garden equipment, outdoor stuff, bicycles and the like. After looking at what was offered at the big box stores we decided we could build bigger, better and cheaper and have it done before a "kit" could arrive. Plus the kits didn't include foundation leveling.
So with some basic hand power tools that also have cheap hand tool equivalents we build a foundation, floor, walls and ceiling which should last the life of the house and provide lots of space for junk. Tips and tricks throughout the video.
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[@GraemePayne1967Marine]

Very informative. Very well done. Lots of "make it faster and/or easier" things that I might not have thought of.

[@wortheffort]

Thanks

[@jerrybroyles8321]

@@wortheffort great job you sound like me I'm not the best but I do have common sense and know how to read a tape measure. LOL thank you

[@efrainrodriguez9550]

I have helped you build my house but not built a shed before. This video was very informative, thank you very much.

[@ildefonsogiron4034]

To have your father around is a real gift from life. Enjoy him as much as you can. Greetings from Mexico.

[@johngraham341]

Man!!! My pops is recovering from Covid right now. And I can't wait to hang out with him. One of the greatest gifts God has given me is a father. And I am greatful to God.

[@greyes701]

Es la verdad hermano.

[@chrisshirley4877]

You are so right. I lost my dad when I was just 32 years old. I'm 60 now, and I still miss him every day. When I was far too young to help him, dad did projects like this one while I watched and absorbed it like a sponge. This video shot me down memory lane with my dad, and I am grateful to you for that. On a more relevant note, your project is terrific as it is one that most able bodied people could realistically accomplish by referring to your video as they go. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@davidregan9872]

@@chrisshirley4877 I'm going to be 60 in Dec. and my father died when I around 35. I would love to take him out fishing with me, and have a few beers. My older brother died a little over a year ago when he was 59, and he loved to fish for Stealhead. It would of been great to have all 3 of us fish again together!

[@chrisshirley4877]

Follow up on that in your heart and in your mind my friend. I'm so sorry for your losses. I am currently dying of cancer, so I can tell you with at least some authority that your dad and your brother are doing okay. It is we who are left behind who hurt. But it is a bittersweet hurt. It keeps our fallen loved ones alive, and what a beautiful thing that is.

[@johnschuster1770]

I love how you and your dad work together. It makes a tight bond. My dad and I used to do projects like this until he passed away. God, I miss those times. Cherish your dad like every day may be your last. ♥

[@chiefpokemgood1752]

As a guy who's done lots of framing, I was going to pick this apart and eat you alive for it, but after watching it, I admire you. Not a fake bone in your body, and accepting the fact that you're not a pro, not trying to be, and having fun with a little project knowing it's not gonna be perfect, doesn't have to be, and you're happy with it. Respect 🤜🤛🍻

[@johnmccall5576]

Same here. I appreciate his common sense approach. But it's only a 7 foot span, if he wanted to go super easy, just build a box, buy thicker rafter stock and cut a deeper bird's mouth. Roof pitch achieved.

[@Joshua-nu3it]

Yeah I was about to do the same 😂 but the guy did a real good job

[@Joshua-nu3it]

I wish my old man was still around. Pretty cool. I got a cpl sons they help me all the time

[@mopar392ta3]

I felt the same way.

[@aportman58]

And having the opportunity to do it with his father!!!

[@LuisGarcia-ro8wg]

Bro, it is ridiculous how easy you made that look, I enjoyed every minute of it, but at some points I got lost so I'll have to watch it several times. Thanks a lot.

[@janewebb4221]

Having help is one thing, but having your dad to help is over the top. Great job!

[@rafaelaguilar5967]

Father and son having a good time while accomplishing something they both need...I miss my dad!!!

[@intensivemanagement]

The loss of a father is a life changer

[@TacosOfInjustice]

Me too. Hugs to you

[@rickurban1394]

Miss my Dad too…he helped and taught me how to build a garage when I bought my first home, but I mustn’t have paid enough attention so I’m looking at this as a refresher course…thank u for posting…

[@djf8619]

"Plan for your incompetence." This is a super good idea for first timers.

[@jessiehawes5062]

The video was posted right before the winter storm. I bet he regrets ever saying that phrase now.

[@ricardoperez2527]

@@jessiehawes5062 Yeah, I know

[@wortheffort]

@@jessiehawes5062 nope, survived better than my two neighbors sheds. Both got rebuilt.

[@LuisGarcia-ro8wg]

Lol, that speaks directly to me.

[@jeffland197]

As so many said in the comments ... You are blessed to have your dad with you on this project.. Great job

[@toddavis8603]

You showed us a few clever tricks, all well & good. Saw horses are a must have for me, not a tippy garbage pail.I miss my old boss, he was a master carpenter, who passed 2005.He used to hand nail the ten and twelve pennies in! TEXTURE 111 LOOKS GREAT.

[@nomadryder4377]

Me and my Dad loved wood working. We built a 2 car garage when i was younger. Then beds and furniture as i got older, and will remember that for the rest of my life. Lost him in March 2021, and i will carry on my love of wood working from him and for him. Thanks for the video, and the reminder of past builds.

[@modela4096]

Lost my pop when I was 30 & I'm now 63. He was in WWII, as a T5, Technical Corporal in the European Theater. I still think about him everyday. Back in 2007, I built a 12' X 20' barn all by myself. However, I learned a lot from my dad which included having confidence in whatever I was working on. My son is now 28 and I see a lot of my dad and me in him.

[@adventurefuel5172]

This is some home grown goodness. No drawings and calculations, but not “by the seat of the pants” either. It obvious you had a plan, and had worked it all out in your head, and it came together perfectly. A pleasure to watch. Thanks for sharing it.

[@kevincrain7499]

Good to having a dad, showing his son how to build something useful .

[@mrbaglog]

Love your philosophy “plan for my own incompetence” - need to adopt that!

[@largebuny3960]

Very necessary in regards to the existing labor force. You still get a satisfactory product with only marginally higher material costs and a good bit of free labor.

[@altonbrek]

I really felt as if I was learning alongside someone who didn't pretend he knew it all, but has the ability to figure it out. I grew in confidence the longer I watched. Excellent teaching method!

[@dialdude]

I have watched you guys a few times and I am gonna build my shed very soon. (Saved money for supplies). You guys help me understand the process and how to take my time and just get it done. Thank you very much for the great video and details.

[@raylang2996]

I loved it when your Dad 'messed' with you on the last measurement to get the foundation square! Your consternation was obvious. He got you good!

[@jeannetedeandrade6883]

Love it! It's so wonderful when you see two generations building something together.

[@tmichels9430]

Nothing like a father and son project , its so nice to see father and son work well together! Keep up the good work!

[@patbrennan6572]

Two things you need when you're a novice carpenter is lots of patients and a good sense of humor. You seem to have both down pat.

[@jeannevera8672]

You guys are so funny😅 I love the father and son interaction! I wish I was there because I probably would have been laughing my as.... off🤣 I have been looking for a cheap way to do this. I am 68 and have always done everything myself! I have men in my life that won't do anything for me but they are excellent at watching tv. I live in Greensboro NC and I think the ground is simular to yours and I pick up used pieces of wood when I see them and have a good collection. Thank you for giving me hope❤

[@FearsomeWarrior]

Your silence when reading the tape was golden. Then your dad says he was holding the tape off the peer. Haha

[@lynardburt5992]

I have watched a lot of shed building. Yours was better than most. Your way was good for someone who hasn’t done this. I liked how you showed how to layout, cut areas that were different, and made them easier to understand.your dad was a great help and inspiration to be there for you. I saved this to help me this spring to do mine. I liked how you built it and your way of doing it

[@RicardoHernandez-zr1pw]

How was your build in the spring?

[@ExpresShans]

My mom built our house. She’s amazing

[@gordonharrop7528]

Thank you. Good practical tips and nicely presented. I love the self effacing style when, actually, you are a natural at construction!

[@daniels4338]

Finally found a channel that matches to my skill level

[@romeliapolly4171]

Wood Glut is full of amazing tips. It helped me a lot.

[@nope_not-showing-my-name]

Nice work! To me, the best part in this video is that you got to work with your dad. Cherish that.

[@Ibaneddie76]

I freaking love this guy, he always down talks himself and his lack of skills while perfectly explaining and demonstrating how to do whatever task he is doing! Totally reminds me of my family and the way we built things growing up.

[@markrichardson5796]

Hi Shawn . Thanks for another great video. I am builder in New Zealand and a few years ago I took up turning and have watched almost all of your videos in an effort to absorb some of your awesomeness. As it is always work the effort to learn create and share :) I wanted to pass on some hints as to what you might like to try in the future if you do this kind of project again- or for anyone considering making a shed. 1. Consider using screws. They are fast becoming the go to for all builders. ( just like they are for joiner's like you)They pull the wood together tighter than nails and they dont let go- therefore avoiding squeaking and also less racking in the framing. When you put a temporary brace on you dont have to hammer the entire structure to remove it- you simply unscrew it. When your framing is lying down you simply screw 1 or 2- 100mm screw or "bugle screws" through the bottom plate and into the stud. This has an incredible amount of holding power compared to a nail, and if you need to reposition it- no trouble. Great for people doing their first shed. 2. When you cut the door out you could also have tried lifting the sheet into position- Marking the back of the ply sheet around the outline of the door with a pencil. Dropped it onto some saw stools and cutting it out with a battery skill saw. Far neater and quicker too. 3. When ever using things like long timber studs a short spirit/bubble level will not give the best results as timber can vary over the length of just 1 meters depending on how good/bad your grade of timber is. A level at least 1.8 meters will give you a more accurate and plumb result. All this said I realise that this is just a shed- just hoping someone else may find this helpful. I wish that it was cheaper to build my own shed here in New Zealand, but most often its cheaper to buy a kit set one, which sucks. Thanks again

[@michaelpierce2818]

I have to give you an A for effort. I've been building for 40+ years, and I could teach you some things, but with your aspiration and desire, I believe you'll finish anything you start. Congratulations buddy, well done!

[@talkingcargojunkremoval]

A wise man speaks. 👍👍👍🤙🤙🤙

[@georgedavall9449]

Well, Michael the Supreme builder is in da house! Yeah!

[@tracyfunk3928]

@@talkingcargojunkremoval By golly, his methods worked for him. But I would of been using that miter saw to make the angled cuts, not a hand saw. Made me look at how I do things. Nice job.

[@cory0702]

@@talkingcargojunkremoval q

[@rjfergus69]

is there any issue with the entire load of the shen relying on just the screws of the 4 corner brackets.

[@BillLowenburg]

I'm retired and work by myself on similar projects and want to say Thank You for sharing your tips. I learned a lot of practical techniques from this video. Like you, I try to avoid the math whenever possible and it's surprising how much you can accomplish by thinking things through and forming a mental picture or making a simple drawing. Your way of cutting the angle on the wall studs on the ends of your shed is a great example. Due to my lack of training, I'm all about compensating for my incompetence and things usually work out. I try not to let my lack of technical knowledge prevent me from trying something, because my projects are all for my own use and no one's paying me. Sometimes failure - or let's just call them "temporary mistakes," can be the best teacher. Last year I built a garden shed that would have turned out a little better if I'd have seen this video first. But this summer I'm building a storage shed and it's going to be much better as a result of your example. Thanks again.

[@darren25061965]

"Planned Incompetence", I love that phrase, works all the time for me.

[@johnspears6512]

I've desperately been looking for a video that is this detailed! Thank you very much!!

[@flowerchild777]

Planned incompetence, I love that phrase👍 It's what I'm all about. Plan for the worse and hope for the better🙄 I'm thankful for individual thinking. I appreciate the differences we all have. What a contribution👌

[@michaelsalcido3736]

I really appreciate all the time & effort it took to make this video. For a weekend warrior like myself, this turned out to be very helpful. Thank you!

[@jonkirkwood469]

I really appreciate the tips on the walls. I learned that since I have a compressor, I will buy a pneumatic nailer instead of a battery powered nailer, too. Wonderful improvisation. Euclid didn't use math either.

[@LouieSauer]

Take a drink every time he says “sheet good” seriously, great video. Cool guy. Sheet good!

[@henroc809]

😂😂😂 fun way to get drunk very quick

[@davidgardner1675]

I’m stone

[@GeoFry3]

Too drumk, 3 minutes into.the vudeo

[@jasonjackson6055]

Mmmm...beer. good...

[@Nozoki]

4:54 LOL I miss doing this kind of stuff with my dad. Enjoy it while yours is still here.

[@UTubeandChill]

Fun video. The dad is a trip. Do these things while you can. I'd give anything to have had the chance to do this with my dad.

[@opfla]

I love the public service announcement about wearing shirts in the work shop! Hilarious!

[@michaelw7800]

For the main 4x4 foundational supports, I would put 2 bolts through each (with lock washers and nuts) , totally securing the foundation. Nails can be used for everything else, as the foundation is solid. Not that much more expensive, but hugely stronger over the years. Nice build. peace

[@marcstanley6437]

Thank you, For making this extremely easy. I appreciate your view on material cost, trimming down on floor size saves quite a bit on the entire rest of the build! Great video great work thank you again

[@nedanother9382]

I'm going back east to see my 85 year old dad on thursday 10th Nov.....very blessed

[@peterfong8777]

You so lucky have your father give you a helping hand, hope you will nice to him when he gets older. Thanks 🙏

[@jimpike3489]

Haha, I love the expressions from your dad while your trying to explain things. The shed build was great, I looked out at my garden while watching your build and we have snow in Liverpool, not ideal for a shed build. As always Shawn, thanks for sharing.

[@bobproctor5457]

I love your way of teaching. You have a gift. I've already learned so much!

[@ruggiero1371]

Cherish your father. This video makes me remember all the great times I had with my dad

[@MariannaK94]

You guys are funny and brilliant. Even a girl of 60 able to understand the technic of basic building. Thank you for sharing.

[@ajsuniverse901]

27:04 - "Find yourself a workbench"... works on a garbage bin. Literally in tears of laughter! I love this video! Tons of info.

[@YouMadeMeLawn]

Dads a chop buster! Lol Love his wacky sense of humor.

[@AlpacaRenee]

Thank you so much for your generous sharing of each step of the project. I loved watching you and remembering doing projects with my dad. He’s been gone nearly 4 years and I cherish those memories. Give your dad a hug for warming my heart. Great job on the shed.

[@AtomicElectronCo]

Love your statement at the end: "It's always worth the effort to learn, create, and share with others. Some people will never understand the immense wealth and value in that statement! You guys were quite COMPETENT in your ability and planning and tips! Great job and super generous of you to share this with myself and others. Thanks!

[@MrSkinepimp]

Great job , y’all two make it look so easy . I’m definitely more confident in building one now

[@rkfarmranch8214]

Great video, finally one that guys like me who struggle with measurements can understand thank you for making this video.

[@FamilySmith]

OMG! You are funny too! I'm a mere wife person but it was fun to watch you! Humor is life's best elixir! And you're a great educator. Your explanations are clear, succinct, and effective. I feel like I could build this now!

[@gmodesike]

Time with one's dad like this is priceless. ❤️

[@houstonsheltonbees814]

Happy to see American's still building in the midst of this SPIKE in lumber prices. About the time we all get projects done the prices will probably level out, lol... Happy woodworking. Hello from Kentucky mountains

[@jimeads3460]

I really liked all the tricks you showed that made it so you didn’t have to measure everything. Great job.

[@tonyngo2878]

I love your video man. Thank you for explaining! I love the " planned incompetence, we aren't that good" You are so good!

[@matthewpedersen5512]

"Planned incompetence." Love it.

[@user-qg6fy4yp8t]

Great, great video!!! Good to see you and your father working together!!! Next time it will be a full house! Thanks be safe and take care you both!!

[@shelbydowns-seckman1870]

I'm so humbled and forever grateful for Your time and effort you put in videos. I continue to learn new things watching your videos. I could never thank you enough.

[@Ferdis77]

This by far is one of the best videos on how to build a Shed, thank you both very much.

[@darylgriffin6917]

Miss my pops. Give your ole man a hug, tell him you love him. Good job I gave it thumbs up and sub

[@GUE5TPA55]

as a Dad with an adult Son I sad the same thing at the same time @4:46 love your Dad

[@denisewilson8367]

some of your technics will work great for me. I'm a 60 yr young female with one working arm. Thank you for the help.

[@ecaff9515]

Excellent video and process. Thank you for sharing. I remember working with my Father. Looking at you and your Father build the shed, enjoy the journey. You will have many good memories like me.

[@shelmn]

No matter what, I always come back to learn new stuff from watching your videos. From learning how to turn on a lathe to building just about anything. I don’t think there is a better source to learn about tools and wood working than here at Worthefford.

[@liambenyamin5482]

Inspiring to hear the added sanity and sense of a comics take on construction. Genius, all day long!! Love it!

[@carlholcomb725]

For someone who doesn't do this all the time you guys did a good job. And I like how you give credit to your dad for his ideas and owned your mistakes. If I needed help and was in your neck of the woods I would look you up.

[@Elzanto]

You guys did an excellent job. Specially for those of us with no experience. I will now make it a goal for this summer Tnks to you and your Dad

[@jennifercarvelli6882]

The topless shop video was hilarious, but I'm bummed. I was watching to see how you would finish the roof and the door.

[@johnjacobs3601]

Same here

[@celiasnyman2885]

Loved the great idea of how to cut the side wall studs with minimal fuss. Clever.

[@adamgladfelter8762]

Everything about this channel had me subscribed before the intro was on. Thanks for the love man!

[@boodybandit]

Okay the dad part sold me! He reminds me of my dad. He was a master craftsman and a good old boy from the hills of the south. He had a similar sense of humor your pop does. We did so many projects together. I got most of my skills from him. I wish he was still here because my wife talked me into buying another fixer upper. She is either trying to keep me young or kill me off. Liked Commented Subscribed

[@Halscamp]

Well I learned something here today. I saw you put your pencil on the mark where you measured to and THEN move your square to bump the pencil to draw your cut line. I always place the square as best possible beside the measured mark and then draw the cut line across with the pencil. WELL YOUR WAY makes sure your square is at the perfect alignment with the measured mark. Learn something new everyday

[@TryRickPayton]

Dude my shed cost $1275 on special from Home Depot but I had it out on a slab roughly $500 and the labor for it to get built $500 so mines cost total right at $3000 because I had to pay for it to get painted. You guys did a better quality shed and bigger . Also you bonded with your daddy it’s was so nice.

[@foxgun100]

Home Depot Tuff Shed SUCKS.

[@MRCRUZER19]

Nice build, really enjoyed the video. Special times working with Dad. I miss my Dad tremendously, but remember the good times we shared. Hug him often and tell him how much you love him. Thanks

[@willsmith2214]

You are not incompetent you are very intelligent. To have the ability to successfully build a shed takes a special person. Big ups. P.S. I have not finished yet lol

[@y.5107]

Awesome! If I would need a shed this would be a motivating aid to actually start such a project.

[@roymoore9884]

The plywood sheets should lay perpendicular to the floor joists. This increases the strength of the flooring.

[@johnthompson9625]

And it is recommended by the manufacturer, as well as code.

[@tjsand8814]

Wow - these guys are great- they have enthusiasm- courage and knowledge to do these jobs - they really help us out - I’m proud of them - keep up your great work.

[@laynaxashlyn6932]

(Im this user’s husband) i used to work for a mobile home manufacturer making roofs for huds and mods, being it was a factory i was moved around to all sections till they found out i was good at roofs and I’ve built every part of a house at least once. From the floor to the roof everything felt truly nostalgic. This is the same process for houses minus a lot of safety precautions which sometimes are a bit extra anyway. Good show of craftsmanship!

[@jeffreypotter]

Fun watching you and your Dad. Nice job!

[@briansworld007]

Great job, it came out looking awesome and very sturdy!

[@valerielhughes6872]

Thank you for the "basics" on how to build a "commoner" shed. You did great with instructions and terminology of goods. I will tackle this project come this spring.

[@brandonbdl]

14:26 I love your energy 🤣 so awesome as an adult your still doing projects with your dad. This video is awesome. Can tell you and your dad have a great relationship.

[@stanmashek3085]

first time watching your channel and ready enjoyed it and learned several things thanks for sharing. will try to watch more of your video's thanks stan

[@sky02148]

Same...

[@Dovahkiin.X]

"I'm gonna saw off the corners" - Starts hand sawing - Screw this I'm getting the chainsaw 😂😂😂

[@bebosing5755]

The "Texas Chainsaw Post Cutter" 😂😂 That was hilarious!!

[@AnonymousAnonymous-xu6vk]

When he yelled haHA I busted out laughing..totally relatable. my fav part.

[@Texas_Squatch]

Wall Slide Braces are an Excellent idea, thanks! 👍

[@willyzook]

Great job, guys! Oh and, “Planned incompetence,” lol…I admire your humility and honesty. Thanks for sharing!

[@cward1954]

Been a while since I've seen anyone use a hand saw, but they do come in handy at times.

[@beebob1279]

My father build a four bedroom house with only hand tools. No electricity yet so he wasn't waiting. He was a beast with tools. And the shingles were hand split cedar. Of course when we built my shed the same rules applied. I had to do it without power tools.

[@reginagilreathballard3791]

My dad was a carpenter. I wish I would of paid more attention. Great video!

[@henryvalero9235]

From Lil Giant I wish I would HAVE, not would of

[@johnnussberger8505]

@@henryvalero9235 Thank you grammar police

[@averysmithsr.2103]

Love the Dewalt framing nailer! Makes framing simple.

[@kentfaver1367]

Great video - from a fellow Texan. OSB is now $40+/sheet. Crazy!

[@stevenjohnson2162]

Cool to see you and your dad work together. not how I would go about building a building but still fun to watch.

[@mariomicheletti8154]

Well done gentlemen, thank you for the informative video.

[@thomasfoster5200]

Im glad I found this outdoor shed video now i can get my shed out of my living room

[@tannerc900]

The foundation idea is freaking genius. I was looking at building a shed to keep my kids toys in so they don’t have all their junk in my garage but I didn’t want to bother with concrete and my back wasn’t onboard with starting to dig down a bit to get any blocks levelled out.. that alone is a life saver