Complete shed build , save thousands $$

After releasing 9 videos documenting this DIY workshop/storage shed/ man cave . I compiled this complete start to finish video. Up here in the mountains of North Carolina , we never run out of projects. I totally enjoy building things as much as I enjoy finding deals on building materials. Use this step by step video as a guide for your DIY shed build. It took me 9 weekends to build at an enjoyable pace. Spent less than 2k for materials which saved me thousands. A smaller version from a pre built shed supplier was 6k , and to have a crew build it for you will cost around 10k.
DIY is the way to save go whenever possible
Wood needed
8 sheets 7/16 osb for roof
12 sheets 1/2” plywood for walls
5 sheets 3/4” osb subfloor
4 treated 4x6” posts cut in half
1 beam 2x6x16’
2 2x8x14’ treated floor band
12 2x8x10’ treated 2 for band and 10 for floor joists
2 2x4x14’. For wall plate
6 2x4x10’ for wall plate
60. 2x4x8’ wall studs
6 sheets 1/2” plywood or osb for gables
Approximately 100 sq ft cedar shakes (1 square)
50. 1x3x8’ battens
Door, window
Music used…
Nothing’s funnier than summer. iMovie
Summertime rain. iMovie
Hold onto your hat. Pixabay
The 20%joy Pixabay
Fried taters Pixabay
Banjo-romp. Pixabay
We can learn (from Acts of Kindness ) a cd I wrote and released in 2018 available on most digital sites and I actually have a few cds.
I can be contacted at [e-mail] if your interested in a cd

[@robertblahnik7685]

I did the same thing about 20 years ago but I had a Japanese neighbor who taught me all about yakisugi or shou sugi ban. He first told me to go out and get a discount on their bent wood piles. We will straighten the wood in less than a month, which he did. Next, he ordered me to char all my posts and covered them with two coats of cheap roofing tar. Then we lightly charred the rest of the wood. He said, "your posts are now water proof and when you are done, the entire shed will be both rot and bug proof for ever". Next, he said, "if you can cover it with sheets of copper, your ABB will last forever. And if you use glass cloth covered wiring and Pex plumbing, you won't have plumbing or electrical issues for 70 years.

[@kevinscamera5574]

That’s amazing. Your blessed to have someone share that knowledge with you .👍👍👍 And thanks for watching 😎

[@WoodWork-lm7vo]

Interesting. I'd like to see some examples of old buildings made this way to see how they held up

[@jeffjones4006]

Great job your showing everyone that us older men still have many skills and can still get it down.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Absolutely!

[@davidmarshall7629]

@@kevinscamera5574 😊

[@billr4677]

Agreed however if he wants to enjoy his golden time, perhaps brush up on the ladder safety. Really lifting a board while standing on top of step ladder. 😮

[@davidfuller764]

Church this is for me.

[@davidfuller764]

I nearly wept considering guys like this sharing experience. 61 me 🎉 this week, ❤out to you.

[@_Seagie]

This is one of the BEST cabin build videos. Tarping the floor! You can just slice it out later. Genius. 👍🏻

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks , we appreciate your kindness !

[@1956tojo]

I'm 68 frikken years old and just threw a 8x16 shed together by myself and there is no problem standing a sheathed (T-111 siding) 16 ft wall up.... and I built my 4 trusses on the floor inside and used white corrugated fiberglass panels for decades of hassle free daylight roofing... good job...

[@kevinscamera5574]

Sounds great, bet it’s an awesome shed . Thanks for your input and thanks for watching

[@budman1964]

I’m looking to build a shed at our cabin and miraculously came across your video. What a perfect build! It will fit in with my budget as well. Thank you for adding the material list. Enjoy your new building!!!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks, enjoy your build 😎

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Thank you for sharing a fine tutorial on building a basic framed structure. I helped my son with a project like this...and today I would need his help to do this!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching

[@loubonaparte5063]

That was one of the BEST build videos I've watched... You kept it very simple and sensible.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words

[@ericschwartz9982]

Perfect timing on my part to watch this video. My next project is my workshop. The pre-built prices and build on site prices are outrageous, so I'm constructing my own. Your video (I'll go watch the other nine) summary is perfect. Nothing left out. The size is just what I needed to. Thanks again!

[@kevinscamera5574]

That’s awesome, enjoy the build

[@jordanarmstrong4839]

Thanks for making this. I really appreciated all of the little tips and tricks to keep things simple and to save costs. Great work.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching 😎

[@UltimateDiyer]

Great Job, I was a GM for Tuff Shed for 10 years, started as a builder so I built a ton of sheds. You made it look simple!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks friend

[@sloeryd]

You Sir, are an inspiration to the rest of us. Thank you!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thank you, and you are welcome 🙂

[@THEMAX00000]

Thank you for this. We were looking for a storage solution and considered buying a pre-built structure. After examining one unit, it became obvious that this is something we can do ourselves.

[@kevinscamera5574]

You certainly can 😁

[@drjohnson98]

Thank you! Perfect timing. I am planning a similar project and will have to do it mostly alone as you did. Your approach will work great for what I have in mind. Great shed and great video.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks , have fun with your build

[@thisplaceisazoo]

I am getting ready to build a similar building. I liked your method of starting the structure. It was very simple, yet effective. I think I will try it that way also. Thanks

[@kevinscamera5574]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching 😊

[@GJL2]

I liked your direct no BS approach to building and explaining what you were doing. I learned a few things about spacing too like how your ply didnt need to be cut to fit. nice job!!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks , appreciate the positive feedback

[@ServiceTrek]

pretty cool build ... mostly standard methods with your own design adaptations ... brilliant!

[@artchavez9941]

Great build! One of the best and so well explained!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks , I appreciate the kindness 😎

[@victoriaman117]

Great build and practical advice. A lot of DIY videos are overly complicated or missing vital information. This one is direct and simple to follow. Great job and keep it up!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thank you ,appreciate the kind words

[@charliekopp443]

Thank you so much for this. Really helpful comments throughout, identifying the materials (including the fasteners) and explaining why you made certain decisions. I really love the dry concrete idea!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Glad it was helpful thanks for watching

[@SandraVanLankvelt]

Great job on every detail including adjustments. Your video was very clear to understand because as you were explaining you were also showing the item you were working on. Nice. God Bless. .

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching 😁

[@iandavis9450]

Im in england and love building my own sheds and workshops totally awsome made me want to build more. great job cheers ian

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching I appreciate your kind words 😎

[@fathertime5985]

I enjoyed watching the steps involved when you build your own building well done enjoy it.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@davidkettell6236]

Nice to see someone that builds the way that i do. Slow but sure and using every trick learned from a lifetime of experience.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching 😎

[@rondacarty571]

THANK YOU....THANK YOU... Thank You. This old gal will be building her workshop like this! I wondered how I was going to do this myself but your methods are fantastic!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Glad you liked it and I know you will enjoy your build 😎

[@nelliehagen5267]

I’m glad I’m not the only woman here that enjoys to watch and learn from these kind of informative videos.😉

[@LaurietheLib]

You made this look so doable for those of us who have never done it. Thank you!

[@kevinscamera5574]

You’re welcome, thanks for watching 😁

[@kathleen9929]

Lots of good tips for when working alone. I can't believe how you handled the roof panels while on a ladder!

[@kevinscamera5574]

I worked alone as a handyman for years, I learned a few tricks, thanks for noticing. Thanks for watching 😎

[@enricopallazzo3244]

Perfect length and amount of explanation. Starting on a greenhouse soon and was able to pick up some pointers

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching, enjoy your green house build

[@JT_IBX]

I enjoyed watching the video. Slow, steady and methodical wins the race.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thank you 😊

[@patrickgroves4047]

Great build. You had a good helper too.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Best helper ever , thanks for watching

[@williammitchell8612]

Great tutorial video and beautiful shed. It would also make a wonderful camping cabin.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching

[@djf8619]

I love work.... I could watch it all day!! Thanks for this vid. I am thinking of building a shed and this was a no nonsense build, worth copying.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks and thanks for watching 😁

[@amyclea]

Thanks for all of the tips. I going to save your video for a time when I build my new shed.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Enjoy your build, thanks for watching

[@LonghornWorkshop]

So enjoyed seeing you build this. I need to motivate myself to just get started on my build.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching, enjoy your build

[@johnoswald6192]

Great job! Came out sturdy and beautiful. Thanks for the ideas.

[@kevinscamera5574]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching

[@GaryT1952]

Fascinating build...well documented and presented...thank you

[@kevinscamera5574]

You’re welcome, thanks for watching

[@petercarboni1550]

This was one of the best videos I've ever seen on KZbin.

[@kevinscamera5574]

This is one of the best compliments I’ve ever received. Thank you ,and thanks for watching

[@wyunker2635]

Really enjoyed your video, easy to follow, practical and simple instructions. Thanks!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Appreciate the kind words, thanks for watching

[@adamweiner2746]

love your style! shed turned out great

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching

[@acanfield87]

Nice work, sir. Lots of great pointers for working alone in case I ever tackle that new shed I'd like to build. I built a 8x8 pool house shed years back but seems like I forgot everything I did!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for the kind words, you start building something and it will all come back.😉

[@dogood63]

Great job. Thanks for sharing. Although you made me nervous when I saw you standing on top of the step ladder, LOL. Be safe. Nice shed.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks 👍

[@billarenz2719]

The shed turned out great, nice job.!!!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks 😎

[@SandraVanLankvelt]

Fantastic build for sure. Thank you for sharing. God bless

[@kevinscamera5574]

Very welcome , thanks for watching

[@JD_Customs]

This is AMAZING !! I never knew about the dry pouring of the concrete for posts, and the ground moisture being enough! I will give this build a go this month !!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Pack it just like you would pack dirt. Enjoy your build and thanks for watching

[@jeffkalmar7871]

I've always done it for fence posts and it's fine for a small pole building like this.

[@DrRock2009]

Legend! What a lovely man and an inspiration to others. Thankyou! 👏

[@kevinscamera5574]

Wow ! Thanks 😊

[@stevencharles4333]

The brevity of your video is very much appreciated. Appreciated the clarity and detail provided. You were quick to your points👍, concise and didn't waste time. Thank you sir.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for the kind words 😁👍

[@curmudgeoniii9762]

Very very good work Kevin... thanks for the video.. going to do one myself maybe this summer.... again.. thanks...

[@kevinscamera5574]

You’re welcome and thanks for watching

[@marcogodoy12]

Beautiful shed, I' m going to build one just like it, thank you for sharing.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching and enjoy your build

[@Mark-Singleton]

Beautiful shed, I came looking for tips as I’m on with one, learned a lot, love the exterior battens 👍🏻

[@kevinscamera5574]

Glad you liked the video, thanks for watching

[@EyeEarnDuck]

This was such a wonderful video to watch. Thank you for posting this. I finished up a shed last year and I was living vicariously through you while watching your video drinking a nice cup of coffee. Few tips, use some liquid nails next time you lay down OSB for flooring to prevent creaking. Someone commented below about the shear strength of screws so nails or structural screws would last a bit longer and wouldn't snap due to movement (expansion contraction). There is nothing that says you can't add a few here or there for longevity. Lastly, putting a header over the door would have been quick and would have helped distribute the load from the ceiling. But, hey, it's an outdoor workshop, not a luxury home, so my comments are just suggestions for future builds and in no way meant to criticize. I think you did a wonderful job on the structure and you will get a lot of use and enjoyment out of it. Please invest in a taller ladder so we can watch more of your videos, you're quite an entertainer.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for the tips , the kind words , and for watching 😁

[@robertkerby2581]

Great design and build project! Well done!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks 😊

[@YouSnoozeYouNooze]

I love that you did good planning to make the assembly smooth and easy. I see so much wasted materials and effort on KZbin that I hope others take note

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks, I agree I hate to see things get wasted. Thanks for watching.

[@reynaldosrepairs]

Hey what a great video. You have given me more inspiration to continue to be a handyman and to keep building things, I'm 33 years old, and sometimes doubt what I do for a living...but wow, your video reminded me I love building things!

[@kevinscamera5574]

That’s awesome!! I love building stuff too . There are few around who do handyman work , a great way to make a living and working by yourself makes you very creative. Glad you found the channel , thanks

[@dangrimes5078]

You said you doubt what you do for a living? Maybe you need to change jobs. Good luck if you do because you have to find something you like.

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

Great job and enjoyed watching you. Thanks for sharing

[@kevinscamera5574]

Appreciate the kindness 😎

[@daverdal1]

I've watched dozens of shed building videos all winter and this design and video is the best I've seen. definitely going to copy this for my new cabin !

[@kevinscamera5574]

Wow , thanks . Have fun on the build ,😎

[@redcaliber9679]

This was very satisfying watching you build this , great job . Looks good .

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thank you very much! And thanks for watching

[@rockymatthews8643]

Really like the way your building turned out looks really good

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thank you 😊

[@DrHealthylLiving]

I'm a young female doctor and I'll love to do that myself it was very simple, yet effective. I think I will try it that way also.

[@chuckdavis5300]

Doctor: Choose pressure treated lumber for the poles going into the ground. They will last decades. Untreated wont.

[@DrHealthylLiving]

@@chuckdavis5300, I appreciate all the tips that I can get.

[@teetime111]

Good planning and real passion.Built the traditional way . One man army 😊

[@kevinscamera5574]

😎, thanks

[@WYnWest]

Nice work. Love the brad nailer idea for positioning the siding ply. I could have used that idea last month! 😆

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks 😊

[@reneecobb1214]

I am beginning to think i can do this. Thank you for your clear concise directions. You make it look easy and doable! I like how you also implement practical ideas like taking the plywood all the way down to cover the bottom. Really good video!

[@kevinscamera5574]

You are so welcome! Thanks for the kindness and thanks for watching

[@user-nd2kz8lj3r]

Great Job! I appreciated your tips like potting an end board to hold the roof sheathing as you put it up.i never knew about the dry cement method on the posts. -Tom

[@kevinscamera5574]

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching

[@jarmstrong2843]

Great Idea!! Nice shed. Thanks for sharing.

[@kevinscamera5574]

You’re welcome , thanks for watching

[@jarmstrong2843]

@@kevinscamera5574 I would guess the lumber cost would not be near $2000 today and closer to $4500-$5000. I guess we owe it all to Brandon.

[@andyporterfield2381]

Looks great.Thank you for sharing.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching 🙂

[@tomspallone1868]

This did my heart good. As a 62 year who’s always done things completely alone, one must figure out ways to get a job done. Is it to code? Is it perfect? Who cares? Does it work and look good? That’s all that matters. Standing on the “This Is Not A Step” thing on a ladder? Of COURSE! How else are you supposed to reach things. Doing things “on the fly” because it makes sense to YOU, why, that’s what creativity is all about. Nicely done sir. 👏 Lol and as you’re building I’m adding things up in my head and I always try to do things as cheaply as possible and I’m thinking, “yea, with lumber prices these days, that’s AT LEAST $1,000”. I’m not very good at estimating costs of things and am annoyed every time it costs me more. Anyway, I’ll be doing this at some point. Thank you.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Because the shed is under 144 sq ft , I didn’t need a permit. Would have required floor insulation and a few other things if it was to be inspected. I’m confident it will be enjoyed for many years 😎. Thanks for the kind words , enjoy your build .

[@MrBoo1963]

Now you have me wanting to build another one for my place!

[@kevinscamera5574]

😁go for it , thanks for watching

[@markcummings6856]

Fantastic video. Thanks for sharing!

[@kevinscamera5574]

I’m glad you liked it , thanks for the kind words and support

[@maggiesdad100]

Great job. I also live in Western NC. Keep up the great work.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching and thanks for the encouragement 😁

[@johnburk360]

thank you for the knowledge. i got my own band-saw mill and now i can put a building up for basically the cost of nails and tin.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Very cool !

[@simonem.3092]

Absolute best building videos I’ve seen because of the simplicity, forethought, and practicality. You are the “work smarter” master. Thank you for filming it!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching 😎

[@denniscarreno5882]

Nice job sir! Greetings from down under Australia ….stay safe n warm

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thank you, pleasure to be aquatinted.

[@TheMacbu]

Wow, that's really nice! Very good work! I wish i had a garden, too. :-) Cheers from France!

[@markirish7599]

Beautiful craftsmanship. New subscriber 👍 Best wishes from Ireland 🇮🇪 to you and your family and subscribers

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks, we appreciate your support

[@o5245607]

Great video, always interesting to see different ways to do things with less help.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching

[@jimjohandes]

Best cabin building video I have ever seen. Jim in California

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks Jim, we certainly appreciate the kindness

[@sherryleggett1612]

Thanks so much for this. I just may be tempted to build myself one.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching, you can build yourself one and I believe you will have a blast building it 😁

[@billchriswell2925]

Nicely done👍

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks

[@boydwright8131]

That was an excellent video. Thank you.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching 😁

[@MikeZMonroe]

I too built a small shed next my 1908 farm house, central Indiana. Duplicated the exterior to match the farm house. My first endeavor, 12 x 16 storage / work shop with a higher pitch with loft. Loved it, my little get away spot. Regretted not having power or plumbing, or insulation. Was super proud of it as you are with yours.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@brianswiger9390]

Great job! Enjoyed the video! Just completed a 10 x 12 myself. Thanks for taking the time to make the video. Enjoy your shop!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks Brian

[@jonas3333]

Your video gives this 53 yr. old guy who's never built anything in his life some hope that maybe I can do it.

[@kevinscamera5574]

You certainly can , glad you like it .

[@frankp215]

Get a taller step ladder! I've seen to many accidents standing on top of them. Looks great!

[@kevinscamera5574]

You are right , thank you

[@wiltheisen7873]

Nice build. Thanks for the video.

[@kevinscamera5574]

You are welcome thanks for watching

[@mr.urbane9287]

Nice work sir, and well explained.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks 😊

[@cllc4u]

Love you method for getting the OSB on the roof. Just like I would do it.

[@kevinscamera5574]

😎👍

[@amusicment4829]

Beautiful … fun to watch!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks 😎

[@ggarl12]

Very nice. Good job 👍🏻👍🏻

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thank you

[@briankelly4767]

Well done Sir.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks

[@samcole431]

Looks great!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thank you and thanks for watching 😎

[@Mike-px8rc]

HOPE YOU'RE DOING GOOD. GREATLY APPRECIATED YA TAKING THE TIME.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks 😊

[@darkdaze3860]

Very nice build!!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks

[@torputube]

Well that was 20 minutes well spent for me. Thank you for sharing your project and your tips along the way. I really appreciated your way of communicating the why's and what for's. I will be using this as a base for my own plan going forward. Cheers.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching 👍

[@johnzimmerman6516]

Nice explanation video. I personally like joist hangers and screws. Call me paranoid. Also plenty of blocking makes it extra strong.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks

[@theseriousclam6511]

that was an excellent vidoe. Well done.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks

[@user-el1sb2wc4l]

Keep them coming

[@kevinscamera5574]

😎 thanks

[@mgsharnhorst]

Nicely done

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks

[@dangrimes5078]

Nice video. I just built one myself. I do things considerably differently but that's ok. I didn't enjoy seeing you standing on top of that ladder placing the rafters but that's ok too. Thank you for your video and I will subscribe and check out your other stuff.

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks 😊

[@texasredleg4924]

Nice build - economical and efficient!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks 😊

[@dploum1]

Great job!

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thank you

[@kr1886]

I enjoyed your build and it turned out great! You had me worried standing on top of your ladder like that 😮😊

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks for watching 😁

[@uriahwaller627]

Great video 👏👏

[@kevinscamera5574]

Thanks, we appreciate the support