12x24 Shed Build Part 1

I moved to a new house and needed to get my wood shop set up. I knew I needed more floor space so decided to build a 12x24 foot shed. I did the math and discovered I can save many thousand dollars by doing it myself. I designed it all on sketch up and the plans are available in the link below. I also bought some new tools for this project that worked out great! The Wen Track saw and Wen Roofing nailer were awesome! Not to mention the most cost effective option on amazon. Links are below.
Build Plans can be found on my website.
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TOOLS USED ON SHED BUILD
Wen Track Saw | amzn.to/3K41tRf
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[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

If you liked this build video you'll love this Gazebo I built myself. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5qxiYh4Z6aAi8U

[@Dick-d1m]

Everyone's a beginner when they start..

[@mohhassen8857]

This is a good book. Does provide a step by step introduction to how to build things kzbin.infoUgkxhgbP-6hUnXu_QRaoHgLztgsI0YF3HqR0 , also does offer some steps. Includes pictures to give you ideas for layouts and such. If you are looking for a guide, this is not exactly what you want. But if you are trying to familiarize yourself with the way that pole barn building and other out buildings, are made, then this will work just as you need it to. A few things in this book are a barn (of course), detached garage, storage building, and coops.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Yes, a shed is water proof

[@khyron6]

Here is a little tip. When you make the framing for the floor. Get some cheap, The cheaper the better, Powered Detergent mix it up thick like it is paint. Paint the frame with it. It makes it termite proof, and rot resistant, Plus the shed will smell good. Good job thanks.

[@jasondale4101]

Great tip! I will do that for my next project

[@sunburnedbeachfeet1128]

What is powered detergent?

[@gabrielcolon5245]

@@sunburnedbeachfeet1128 powdered laundry detergent.

[@dellasmith6583]

Powdered.

[@mr.c6674]

@@sunburnedbeachfeet1128, not liquid

[@bradbonnema5979]

ALWAYS stagger flooring!!! Makes it much, much stronger.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

yep

[@brittneychristian7024]

Quick question. I know 1/3 is a gym - do you have any issues with the foundation support? I ask because if I do a clean or snatch and fail, I don’t want it to blow through the floor. So thought I needed a cement pad instead of temporary foundation. Also, did you just use pavers for the foundation? Wondering what that is, the deck supports are like $10 a piece so was thinking I might need to get creative.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Hey Brittney, I'll do deadlifts up to 225 inside and theres no issues....so far. But I poured a concrete pad outside so if I'm doing really heavy stuff I do it out there on that but honestly I don't do super heavy shit and I don't have bumper plates so I don't ever drop shit or let it slam. I certainly wouldn't drop 225 onto the plywood floor.

[@thehikingrealtor6812]

You made this look doable to people like me who would likely need a whole lot of help to pull this off. Great filming too.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching. You can do it!!!

[@travelteam89]

All you need is the tools and wood!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

That's right!@@travelteam89

[@the-gaming-show]

@@KeimpieceCarpentry Do you have plans for this build? I would love to make this my summer project.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@the-gaming-show I sure do, go check out the video description, there is a link to my website

[@Reman1975]

Chocy Lab be like "What's daddy doing? Has he got something I can eat? No? Well, I'm off to see if there's any lost food around here......... Ooh, what's he doing now? Eating? No. More hunting for anything remotely edible" [Repeat ad infinitum]. :D

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Exactly lol

[@johnzimmerman6516]

I love how all of these DIY shed builds are showing up on KZbin! Imagine building your own house. It’s just putting several of these different shaped sheds/buildings together. Not impossible, but just takes a little extra planning. Thanks for posting. You did a great job!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@orlandojohnson5742]

I agree with you! I’ve been watching a few periodically! I helped my dad build a shed yrs ago! It wasn’t big enough unfortunately! ?!10x10!? I wished we built this size or bigger! 20x20 lol!!!! A small shed fills up quickly!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

just build another!@@orlandojohnson5742

[@Bird-wz7nx]

And a much better foundation than this, too. This setup is ok for a shed on flat ground away from significant water, but you gotta do your research on what you're sticking your home on!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

agreed, I definitely chose the easy cheap way for the foundation. @@Bird-wz7nx

[@AlexAlex-zn9lf]

One of the best shed building vids I’ve seen , it’s simple build and looks nice awesome job man !

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks Alex!

[@boonyyramirez3154]

@@KeimpieceCarpentry mooomp

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@boonyyramirez3154 yes mooomp indeed

[@gfysyoutube]

Absolutely amazing! I wish I could tackle this. You made it look so doable. Great work!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching, you can tackle a project like this no problem. Check out my gazebo video too and let me know what you think

[@bman6502]

Not a big fan of that foundation. Over time, those blocks will settle and you wood will be touching soil… you’re building a nice shed, don’t go cheap on the foundation… that’s the one thing you should maximize..

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

yea I agree a concrete slab or some footers would have been better. Luckily it sits over that gravel pad so if it does sag, it won't be touching soil.

[@dalemay1241]

great job. for someone wanting to build your build you supply no information. no wood sizes no cut length. I wised you had!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching. You're in luck my friend, there are a full set of build plans available, click the link in the description. Those plans have all the details you need.

[@travisandtracyjacobs6198]

Awesome work. My only complaint: Would you please take the time to play with your dog next time. 😆 He was killing me. My dogs distract me all the time.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Oh don't you worry, she got plenty of play time in between film shots. Every scrap piece of wood got thrown across the yard for her to turn to mulch.

[@rodneyking940]

Nice build brother I could definitely use you in my business great work and craftsmanship

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for the kind words Rodney!

[@HAL-dm1eh]

I've been watching a lot of shed building videos and didn't really have to watch this one but it was no problem anyway even with my attention deficit. So many people love to hear themselves talk for 20 mins to explain one simple thing or put obnoxious music on there, or sometimes even both! This was really nice. Thanks for sharing.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for the feed back !

[@larryb131]

Even in time lapse this is a really good video! Thank you for this!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

thanks for watching Larry, I bet you would like my Gazebo Build video

[@timpalmer-logstolumber1999]

First I want to say the shed looks great but a couple things to think about. The window headers should be turned wide side up and down, they are stronger that way. Second, the drip edge should have went under the drip edge. Water will get under the shingles and then find its way under the drip edge causing the fascia to rot.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for the tips

[@johng8049]

drip edge should have went under the drip edge??? do you mean it should have went under the paper ? I have asked many roofers about this and they all differ

[@timpalmer-logstolumber1999]

@@johng8049 yes, should have read better before sending. You should start at the bottom and overlap as you go up. Drip edge overlapped by tar paper, so water will run off smoothly.

[@abels.4791]

@@timpalmer-logstolumber1999 that's not always the case. Read your building code for the state you are in. Here in Florida it is approved both ways under and over. 99% of roofers in FL nail there eave metal after the underlayment is installed.

[@abels.4791]

@@timpalmer-logstolumber1999 what's preventing wind born rain from getting under the felt paper? If the eave metal is installed first then there's nothing holding it down unless you apply roofing cement then it is fine as wind born water will not be able to enter.

[@jasonkerrick9419]

We’re are the plans for this again? I need to build a 16’x40’

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching, they are in the link in the video description

[@miguelsantiago1174]

When the apocalypse is here I'm coming to get you man. Great work! 👍🏼

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks! Maybe my next video will be an underground bunker.

[@WolvieVT]

This is beyond impressive… building a 18x14 shed now and use this almost daily

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Good to hear Chad

[@ApolloCDI]

Late reply but what plans are you using? Did you buy his?

[@smedleybelkin19]

It's clearly well built, but I don't get the fake shutters on the windows... a bit tacky.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

you have fake shutters on your house don't you?

[@hairrus7278]

Nothing better than a man with carpentry skills.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

I like to think so

[@bybryanwhite]

Great job! You take good care of your family. Your dogs hovered around all the time.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for the kind words.

[@JamesGoodin-USMC-5963]

You really did make it look easy, but I know different since I am not a carpenter. However, I do want one of these shed's and was making up some plans to submit to the county for a permit. I'm a tall guy so the inside ceiling needs to be over 6'6" so I don't have to bend over with my bad neck. I was having trouble with the floor system and seen this video and you solved the problem I was having, so I bought your plans and now all of my designs are out the window. I'm going to use yours and will change them as I need. I was wondering if you had any Google Sketch files I could get off you for this 12x24 shed plans? I could then change that and submit the outline to county when I pull the permit. Thanks.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching and purchasing the plans, unfortunately the plans available are all I have for you. Good luck on your build!

[@thewrongperson4321]

Who else feels like this would be easy after watching this but knows your get halfway through and end up with unused wood in your backyard 😅

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

thanks for watching. If you're worried about buying too much wood, I have plans available in the link in the description of the video and they include a list of materials

[@bobbygetsbanned6049]

That's gonna be a nice shed. I gotta ask though, why the double bottom plate and single top plate??

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

The local permit inspector required me to do a double bottom. There is a double top plate as well.

[@bobbygetsbanned6049]

@@KeimpieceCarpentry Oh I missed the double top plate, I didn't know a double bottom plate was required in certain areas.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@bobbygetsbanned6049 Neither did I. I didn't feel like fighting with him so I just did it lol

[@Tr3zn3r]

For something this big that’s going to store a lot of stuff I would have done some larger concrete footers down past any frost line with sand and aggregate in the bottom. Then treated those with some foundation coatings as well as all the subfloor materials. Hate to see such a nice project shift a bunch down the road or get rot underneath

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

yea if I was to do it again I would probably make a more robust foundation.

[@bigtroll8249]

Exactly what i was thinking about the footings

[@samdolman9130]

This whole build makes me feel uneasy

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Why's that Sam?

[@cjmst3k]

Best shed video! Best DIY summary in general! Just straight up doing it, start to finish. No real questions to ask afterwards. Makes me think I can do this now, and which order to start in. Thanks!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks! You can do it! Plans are available if needed

[@bbsal4031]

We have a 26x40 foundation that we want to build on. We have to do it ourselves because hiring it done is too expensive. Videos like this are perfect hopefully we can do it.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@bbsal4031 Thanks! Good luck

[@thomasfairbanks6194]

Curious if you regret not putting a vapor barrier down. I did a feed room and forgot to and the advantech got soft after a few years. Good build, though. Useful video. Thanks.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@thomasfairbanks6194 If I was to go back and do it again I would probably make a better foundation, I'm sure a vapor barrier would be part of that.

[@CringePanda]

Now I'll go see how many people are yelling about the staggered flooring.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

You'll find plenty

[@marklowe7431]

This was calming to watch. Love timber construction and furniture. Learned a lot just from watching too. Thanks. The professionalism is so evident. Make this look so easy.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks Mark, stay tuned, I'll be building a huge timber framed gazebo in my hard shortly.

[@oneofgodschildren]

I didn't see him use a level did you?

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@oneofgodschildren You must not have been paying attention Julie, within the first ten seconds of the video you see me using a laser level to ensure my foundation blocks are all the same height.

[@rocket2811]

I bought a costco yardline 12x24 and the contractor who was supposed to build it flaked on me while putting the floor together. Do you think this book is going to help me with Yardline 12x24 latest build from 2024 Jan?

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

certainly

[@ryandubyah2345]

Great job!! I was glued to the screen the whole way through and that’s no easy task, lol!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks Ryan that means a lot. I'm glad you liked it. Don't forget to watch part 2. You'll probably really enjoy my Gazebo build video too. Check it out.

[@drostly3220]

Clean job.. Probably should have offset your sheet goods on the flooring but.. NO biggy..

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Yea that was my original plan but it was such a pain doing it all alone I said F it

[@Chris_at_Home]

Great build. I like that you put proper ventilation under the roof. Most of the sheds that people get delivered don’t allow for this and also have minimal overhang. I see people converting many sheds to tiny houses without regard to moisture escaping under the roof.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks Chris, I have my CNC and laser in there on one half then a gym on the other so I def need good ventilation. Part two will be installing vented soffits and electrical.

[@Chris_at_Home]

@@KeimpieceCarpentry I’m just finishing a duplex that has a nine year project so far. One more year.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@Chris_at_Home Maybe that'll be my next project

[@bobbygetsbanned6049]

I see people building tiny houses out of sheds on shed foundations...

[@Manuel_Z_Kayaks]

I STOPPED WATCHING AFTER 2:00 WHEN THE FLOOR DECKING WAS NOT STAGGERED. NEVER PUT 4 CORNERS TOGETHER!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

yea you're right. It was windy that day and moving full sheets of 3/4 ply by myself was a pain so I said F it and just laid them down. But you're right they should be staggered.

[@edgarparedes6554]

It's a beautiful house, I want to build a bigger one in the future, I love this style of houses

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching, let me know what you think of my other videos

[@tomtuttle919]

Lumber prices are in the rise again.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Yea, I got really lucky, I bought all my material in Nov 2021. So they had just come down from Covid, a 2x4 was 3.80 when I built this shed.

[@seldomseenranch2515]

Holy Molly ... awesome one Man show! Love it! Gives me a lot of confidence here for my add-on to built all by myself!! Very nice!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

thanks for watching! Have you seen the gazebo video I just posted, built that alone too

[@EvermontKing]

You didnt stager the subflooring

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Yea I know, it was windy and I got tired of moving full sheets of plywood alone and trying to get everything aligned so I said F it and just secured them down.

[@bwajr8558]

Me at 1:45: “foundation is set, floor joists are in, oh fuck it’s not square.”

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

haha yea, I was sure to check before and after the blockings went in.

[@bbsal4031]

I think you did a fantastic job. I wish I had those skills.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for the kind words

[@dinholavlos]

You do very well I also want to learn to do like you but the economy is not available

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

thanks for watching

[@dinholavlos]

ok

[@rochim.1192]

Excellent work! Just what I need to build my she shed!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks Rochi, I have plans available if that will help with your project. Check the link in the description

[@jimdickson3346]

What was the total cost of the project? Going to get the plans from your site, but was wondering what ballpark I was looking at (obviously location and pricing will vary). Great job

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching. All in expect about 6k including electrical. You can shave some of that cost down by modifying the materials and not running electric.

[@JLWoodArtistries]

Great job. That’s looking really nice. I’m excited for Part 2. Great work.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks! Working on it.

[@3035looney]

Looking back do you wish you would have poured a concrete slab or is doing it this way with the blocks and gravel holding up well? Any reason you preferred this way? Thank you for your insight!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching and the question. Pouring a concrete slab is the best long term option, it would also likely double your construction cost. This isn't my forever house so I didn't want to do anything that permanent, I also didn't want to spend that much money. The way I did it with the blocks was the easiest and cheapest. Looking back I wish I would have done something a little more robust, perhaps some poured concrete footers. So far after a few years, everything seems to be holding up just fine. I do wish I made it a little higher though, on the south side, the siding is dang near touching the grass, so I'm sure its absorbing moisture and that will increase the rot rate of the wood. But so far everything is holding up.

[@hockeygoon8649]

I grew up building cabinets and I have not done any wood working in 15 plus years. This makes me wanna get back into it and build something I can live in.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Do it!!!!! There are plans available. This was only my second shed I've built. So I'm excited to build my third!

[@johnyyang9965]

Would you share the cost and how long it takes please thank you

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Expect about 6k total including electrical and hard to say how long it took, because I took a lot of time off between part 1 and part 2.

[@wcmacster]

Amazing sir. That’s one of my goals, is to make a shed all by myself.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

starting off with a set of build plans help, you can find my in the link in the description

[@zoltankiss7732]

Iszom a kávét a teraszon és elképzeltem, hogy most állok neki megcsinálni ;) szép munka

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching

[@NYAJoeJr]

This was a very satisfying build to watch. Very nice work.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks Joe!

[@JEB2024]

I love this kind of stuff. Just curious, maybe I missed it, but how did you secure the whole shed to the foundations? Or is it just sitting on top of the blocks?

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

It's secured to the foundation with screws and nails then there are hurricane straps that secure the bottom plates around the foundation frame and to the ground. Check out my other videos I bet you'll like them

[@ArturoMendezC]

gran trabajo, se nota que lo disfrutas saludos desde Mexico

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

gracias por las palabras amables

[@tjkoker]

Great instructional video. Too bad you blew the window sizing. Thank you.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching. What do you mean I blew the window sizing?

[@Army4Runner]

Fantastic! Definitely confidence inspiring. But it’s also evident you have some experience in construction. Even so, you certainly make it look easy. I’m debating tackling a job like this myself.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

go for it! While I certainly have experience building things out of wood, this is only the second shed I've built. Other than that, I don't have any other experience building houses or framing. Just watched some videos on youtube to learn. You can do it! buy the plans and watch the video and you'll be all set

[@Army4Runner]

@@KeimpieceCarpentry Thank you for the vote of confidence! I’m surprised this is only the second shed you’ve built. I would’ve guessed your full-time job was in construction. Did you have any issues preparing the ground where you built? My main problem will be ensuring a level surface. Thanks again.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@Army4Runner No, that gravel pad was there when I bought the house and as you can see I just laid some blocks down and ensured they were level with a laser. I def could have done a better foundation system, I just did the quick easy way. You can use a laser or a water level. If you watch my gazebo build video you'll see how the water level works.

[@Army4Runner]

@@KeimpieceCarpentry I’ll take a look at the gazebo video. 👍🏼 I definitely have a slope in our backyard I’ll have to figure out.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@Army4Runner You can do it!

[@arminsgaming8651]

this is insane..and he did this all by himself..

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching, if you think that's impressive you should watch my Gazebo video

[@lachainem]

Great video. I love the editing and how you showed the steps you took in building the shed. I have to rebuild mine and after watching your video, I can't wait to get started.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

I'm glad you liked it and hope it makes your project a bit easier

[@getyasexyon8284]

I would of laid down concrete that craw space looking frame you built is gonna rot warp over time and then floor is gonna cave in. Cheaply made. I suggest a solid foundation with bolts in concrete. Pre drill holes in frame to be perfectly lined up or use steal beam then build off of it. But this video hear is a guy who wants it to get blown by tornado

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

No doubt a concrete slab foundation and "steel" beam construction would make a more durable shed. However it would also triple my cost. It is a shed, not a house. If this shed was to get destroyed by a hurricane, my house would also be destroyed, so I wouldn't be very concerned about the shed. The shed would also be destroyed if it had a concrete foundation.

[@philmorgan7169]

You should have off set your floor sheeting so the butt joints don't line up. Start your 2nd course with a 4' piece and 3rd course with full sheet. This distributes the load more evenly on the joists.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

yea you're right. that's what i originally planned to do but it was such a pain in the ass moving those things around and getting the tongue and groove to line up i just said F it

[@amomentwithanimals7429]

Oh man I didn't even notice that when I first watched it. That's a big no no . You must stagger everything when you build,it makes it stronger and won't pop up at the seams. You have to do it in block,brick, plywood subfloor and sheathing, drywall, finish floor,roof , even the sod is staggered. You don't have to go 50% but you must stagger 33% min . If that had been in a house, the finish floor would be popping up , swelling, peaking etc.. Never build with 't' seams , always only 'T'

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@amomentwithanimals7429 Yes you are yea you're right. that's what i originally planned to do but it was such a pain in the ass moving those things around and getting the tongue and groove to line up i just said F it

[@johnstancliff7328]

wonderful video! I want mine to be a 12 X 16. I currently have a 12 X 8 and its getting too small! knowing you are a carpenter, you probably got the wood at a great price... the one thing I hate about the sheds today is the T-111 paneling thats used, I have it on my house and I hate it! all it is, is cardboard.... what else is out there that's better? hardy board is the best, but it's not in panels like the t-111.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Hey John thanks for watching and commenting. I got all my supplies from Lowes so I didn't have any special hook ups. A good tip though is going off a solid set of plans, so you know what your required supplies are then order it online and lowes will ship it right to your house. Makes it a lot easier.

[@dickydoesaudio3466]

I wish I would have watched videos like this several years ago. I built a 12x12 building without any planning. It actually turned out great, except for the fact that I put it directly in contact with the ground and now 8-9 years later it's starting to rot at the bottom. Nice video and build.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks Dicky!

[@neoplasma1]

Jack it up and put something underneath then

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@neoplasma1 great ideas neo plasma

[@bobbygetsbanned6049]

If you still have the problem you might look into Eurotec adjustable pedestals. I don't know if they are for actually lifting, but you could probably get them under the shed and get it off the ground with a little digging and some jacking.

[@TimSnively-ob6fb]

My

[@nathanculp3742]

How are your doors holding up? I’m framing a 12x24 now and debating a rolling door vs steel doors vs diy doors like yours

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

I over built them, they don't need to be two layers, it adds a lot of weight, they're each over 100 lbs. I should have built a more robust door frame that sticks out a bit more to prevent rain from getting in. I depends what you're going to use it for. I get some rain water that comes in only on the one side. If I was to do it again I'd make them single layers so they're lighter, then I'd have more considerations for the threshold

[@joshuacacias6897]

Great job brotha! Probly one of the best build videos I’ve seen yet. You ought to think about going Solar in the shed. I’ve been looking at Solar option so when I start my shed build here shortly. I hope you get more views on this you done a hell of a job. God bless..

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks Joshua! Solar would be sweet but I'll be running a cnc and laser inside with dust collection and fans. I think I would need a lot of solar to run that stuff. Video two will show how I run two circuits through an underground conduit to power everything in there.

[@mirelap721]

Very nice looking. I wanted to build a tiny cabin and I'm wondering is plastificed tin ok for exterior wall sheating or not? Like tin, then isolation, and then some wood on the inside. I hope for advice.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching and commenting. Yes you should be fine

[@Codger2015]

Awesome build. You obviously know what you are doing. Good looking building. I don't understand why you did not stagger the flooring plywood joints and lay some kind of vapor barrier either on the ground under the shed or on top of the floor joists before the installation of the subflooring.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

because I was being a lazy idiot. I originally planed to do it but as I starting moving the sheets into place, trying to get the tongue and groves to fit together, working alone, was a huge pain. So I said F it and i'd worry about the onslaught of youtube comments later.

[@wongwang7666]

@@KeimpieceCarpentry 😂

[@spock33]

That is exactly what i want to build do you have any blue prints 1 window,1-35" door ,and 1-7foot barn doors or roll up

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

thanks for watching, the plans I have available are in the link in the video description. Good luck on your build

[@TheJmeech]

Great work! Looking forward to more build videos

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks! I have a work bench assembly table video that will be posted soon! Working on part 2 for the shed as well.

[@platinumpepe8626]

That's the size of my garage

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

That means you have plenty of room for a gym and wood shop extension

[@justinkeller4008]

Curious why you did the double bottom "plate"? Were those 8' sheets for the walls? Looks great!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Hey Justin, the originally didn't plan to do double bottom plates but the inspector made me so it would be to code. Yes those were 8 foot sheets for the walls

[@bigtroll8249]

100% thats what i was thinking

[@bigtroll8249]

@@KeimpieceCarpentry hmm.. i doubt the code calls for dbl bottom plates. Typically an inspector will not call for unnecesary additonal support unless hes offering you a simpler fix to compensate for a weakness in an area that you already built out of code to save the builder time and/or $$

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@bigtroll8249 well all I can tell you is I submitted the plans for approval, the inspector said I needed to add a double bottom plate, so I resubmitted the pans with double bottom plate, he approved it, and I built the shed, and the shed passed inspection.

[@bigtroll8249]

@@KeimpieceCarpentry ah, i see. Maybe he called for dbl bottom plate bc the perimeter is not supported by a continuous foundation. Two of those walls are supporting a roof w/o a foundation wall beneath

[@alejandrocortezpalacios3287]

Excelente video..... I have a question How much did you spend in this project in the first part?

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

not sure about the first part but total was about 6k. I have plans available that have a list of required materials that you can use to calculate a cost.

[@Abu_Kaelah_007]

Absolutely Beautiful!!!! “I love it when a plan comes together!” Great work and thanks for sharing👍🏽

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching. Wait until you see the next video I'm about to post!

[@jensanchez2959]

WOW AMAZING! You make it look so easy, can you give us an estimate on how much this was?

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching. It was about 6k in materials including what you see in part 2

[@gihadmurad]

Hey, I'm considering something similar. Do you think 12x24 is large enough footprint for a wood working shop? Would it be limiting? I have a lot of space in my property, but I'm worried that building bigger than 12x24 on my own might be too big of a job.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

It all depends what type of projects you do. If its just for a hobby I think 12x24 if fine, it's similar to a 1 car garage. If you intend to make money wood working then you'll def want to go bigger. 2/3 of my shed is for my cnc, laser, and wood storage. The back 1/3 is a gym. I have my 2 car garage as my primary wood shop. There are some creative things you can do though if you decided to do it yourself and stick with a 12x24. For example, you could build a big hard cover overhang on one side that you use for wood storage so it's not taking up floor space inside. Not sure what your climate is like. You could also have a large concrete pad built so as you use your tools you just roll them out from inside the shed to the concrete pad to use them like your table saw, planer, jointer, bandsaw etc.

[@williamskaliman]

Thank you so much for your videos. I hope you can tell me when I need double 2x4 on top wall and when just one 2x4. They carry or hold all rafters. One es enough??

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

There is a double top plate. Two 2x4s. If you want the plans they can be downloaded at the link in the description.

[@chuckmaxon3727]

Looks great, looking forward to part 2

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks! Part two will be electrical, soffit, and trim.

[@richardvalitalo3670]

American way to build gables. Better to build lower end trusses & build ladder framing joining 2nd truss.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

thanks for watching and the advice

[@annettesurfer]

From the cheap seats: the floor panels should’ve been staggered so not to land on the same floor joist and a longer level would’ve been more accurate than a torpedo on those wall studs. The sheathing looks like LP Smartside panel siding which requires a house wrap behind plus 6” ground clearance and the bottom edge must be painted, according to their instructions. Ridge venting alongside a gable vent...you may want to Google to see the problem with that. Most residential sheds greater than 200 square feet require a building permit, which isn’t to say a permit isn’t required for sheds under 200 Sq Ft since then a zoning permit is required to verify setback compliance. The difference is in the foundation requirements, which in my area is a 42 inch footing for sheds like yours. Another consideration often overlooked is RADON, which even I disregarded until I discovered that it indeed does cause cancer. With your structure so low to the ground, it may not have a natural way to vent out and may find a way to accumulate inside the shed, plus rising ground moisture has to vent as well. I hope you’re considering screening the perimeter to keep the rodents out.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Hey Steve great comments. I'll try to address each. 1. Staggering floor panels .... yes you're 100% right, that was my original plan but ass I was hauling those 3/4 sheets I said F it and just threw them down. 2. Longer level = more accurate . . . yes you're 100% right. I just didn't care enough to spend the money on a larger level. 3. Panels requiring house wrap and ground clearance . . . you're likely correct, but it's a shed and those things don't matter to me. 4. Ridge vent and gable vent . . . I have done the research, there is not issue with my specific use case. I have a cnc and laser running inside that half, so I have an exhaust fan hooked up on the back side of the gable vent to assist in pulling out dust and smoke from the cnc and laser. I do not have a gable vent on the back side which is a gym. The soffits will be vented providing circulation up through the ridge vent. Plus it's not like it's an attic in a house, it's a shed, it's all open so I wasn't too worried, I just want to keep the humidity as low as I can but NC summers will probably make my effort futile. 5. Permits. . . my county required a permit for sheds over 12 ft. I did go through the proper permit process for this build and everything was approved. They made me do a double bottom plate, I originally didn't plan on that. 6. RADON . . . . you're prob right, but it's a shed and I don't care. 7. Rodent screen . . . . yes you're right, I should get around to that but my back yard is fenced in and I'm sure you noticed my Chesapeake Bay Retriever that didn't leave my side during the build, I'm sure she would love if a rodent tried to make a home under the shed. All great points that people should think about if they're building a large shed like this. Thanks for taking the time to lay everything out, hopefully some people read it and utilize your recommendations.

[@aerialrescuesolutions3277]

@@KeimpieceCarpentry Well said, and very well handled.

[@tpep1693]

You will only save some money, and that is if you know what you are doing, I know, I worked construction for 40yrs. and journeyman in 2 trades.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Hey T Pep thanks for watching and commenting. What you said is accurate, you will "only save some money". roughly $4,000

[@bobharveythercanddiyguy22]

Looks good! You are giving me lots of ideas for my shed! Thanks!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Good I'm glad. Let me know how it turns out. Plans are available here if you need a good starting point. keimpiece.com/collections/build-plans-digital-files/products/12x24-shed-build-plans

[@harryballsacky]

BEEN THERE, DONE THAT MANY TIMES, I PREFER WORKING ALONE, PUT SOME TUNES ON, HAVE LUNCH IN THE COOLER, 12 PACK WAITING FOR LATER....LIL FIRE BURNIN...

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

What do you mean 12 pack waiting for later?! How about 12 pack during!

[@Dlive2005]

Saving money on a pad 3-4k it’s what I need got question would those bricks hold under the shed would it sink in thanks

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

You would definitely be better off with a concrete pad, I did the cheap and easy way for a foundation. If I was to do it again I prob would have spent some more time and money on the footers but so far there haven't been any issues

[@mattstar1440]

Love the effort that went into filming! I am about to do the same thing but on a concrete pad. Only difference is I am a complete novice haha

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

I'm sure you'll do fine Matt. No one is a novice with all the educational resources available on youtube. Plans are available on my site if you need them. Let me know if you have any questions and I'll provide what ever assistance I can. Wood prices will be your biggest problem now!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@U Betcha Yea this foundation wasn't the most stable option. I was going for cheap and quick. I'm sure there will be some settling over the years. We will see how bad it is.

[@VerasakSahachaisaree]

I plan to build one like this. In Thailand every house build on pilar and beam which not necessary for shed.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

thanks for watching

[@hotrodowner1965]

WOW. The thought of you pretty much doing alone is super impressive. You make it look easy. I'm having the exact size but a Malibu style built now by "pros" and mine doesn't look half this nice...great job! Thanks for taking the time to video to help people like me out.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Yea doing it alone is definitely rough. Just trying to maneuver a full sheet of 3/4 plywood up a ladder onto a roof is a nightmare. Especially if it's windy out

[@cnw-jd9tt]

@@KeimpieceCarpentry I bet is there a way I can get rough measurements so o can build one similar?

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@cnw-jd9tt Here are the build plans. keimpiece.com/collections/build-plans-digital-files/products/12x24-shed-build-plans

[@DarkangaelBrokenwing]

@@KeimpieceCarpentry Really appreciate that you are generous enough to share not only a complete build video but also the plans for your shed. Thank you sir.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

@@DarkangaelBrokenwing Thanks for the kind words. Filming projects is a pain but it's cool engaging with people and sharing experiences

[@islandboy2424]

Impressive. I was thinking of doing my 10×16 with a porch solo but hate the idea of roofing and overhead framing solo.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

yea it's def a tough job solo. getting those sheets of 3/4 plywood up onto the roof alone is a nightmare.

[@colonelgilbert2475]

Another awesome video young man. I think the most impressive thing is you're a one man show. You should be proud that you built it completely by yourself. I would love to have a workshop just like that one. Great job.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching and the kind words Colonel

[@damienradford]

Hi there, what brand anchors did you use? They look pretty sturdy.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching, idk what the brand is but I got them from ACE

[@josephpuchel6497]

Hey excellent work. I built a smaller shed years ago but now want a larger one like yours.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Go for it! I'm sure your second build will be much better. This was the second shed I built and it was way better than my first. You learn a lot of lessons doing big projects like this.

[@stober07]

Only question, how are you keeping things from living underneath it?

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

my yard is fenced in and on the other side of my road is woods so there's no real reason for any racoons or anything to venture into my yard. Ground hogs aren't a problem in my area. There's just a few lizards that hang out under there but my dog keeps them on their toes.

[@vince9486]

Great build. My only gripe is the tar paper goes over the drip edge, not under it. I, like you, do a lot by myself and was quite pleased to see a tad help when you put up the gable end overhang.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Yea those gable ends were a pain. I'm sure there was an easier way to do them. First time

[@abels.4791]

Check your states building code as that's not always the case. Here in Florida it's approved both ways over and under. Most roofers install it over the underlayment here in FL. Because he have lots of rain and wind.

[@gregcooper8647]

Do you think its feasible for a 1 man build with 12 ft tall walls? I need a taller wall so i can put a 10ft garage for a sprinter van

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

I would be able to yes.

[@thebikewarrior]

About 5:40 into video you are putting a long stake into the ground and then wrapping a metal strip around the bottom frame. I'm guessing that is to 'anchor' the building to make it more secure. What is that product? How many did you put around each side? Thanks!

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

one on each corner of the building. It's a hurricane anchor required by code.

[@charliesmith9528]

Great Job,,,I am 65 and older than you nw but saw the similarities in how you managed to get it done all by your self,,i seldom had help when i built sheds and garage,,took years to figure out how to do it,,now folks have you tube with great videos like your to get ideas on tps and tricks,,

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Yea there is no excuse not to go out and get things done nowadays with all the information sources right at your finder tips. There are so many little techniques and tricks you pick up along the way that make a huge difference especially when trying to accomplish a big project like this.

[@robertrivera125]

So on the flooring frame did he hangnail the horizontal boards because the way they’re on he doesn’t have a clean shot through. My question is did he hangnail it like shoot in a screw or nail cockeyed to make it work or does he have some tool I didn’t see? Doubt the latter but still and could you like stagger the horizontal boards? Just enough to be able to shoot completely and correctly into both sides of the board? Or do the horizontal running boards or whatever you call them have to be straight with each other for flooring purposes? I mean once it’s all got ply on it I doubt it matters right?

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

hey Robert thanks for watching and commenting. I think I understand your question. I nailed them straight on from one side then toe nailed them on the other. I didn't want to stagger them because I wanted them to be able to support the plywood flooring. I'm not sure how big of a deal it would be if I staggered every other one. probably doesn't matter too much.

[@drumswest5035]

Should have staggered your plywood joints on the floor, and your window headers are incorrect, undersized as they are load bearing.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

yep you are right on the plywood. I originally planned to but out of laziness and working alone I just threw them down. The window headers are facing the wrong way, idk what I was thinking. Complete goof.

[@suprememagnetic4850]

Forget a shed, this is a home to most people. Pay this man to build these all over the country! Get together like a few dozen men, pay them good and buy the materials and start making these shed homes and put them in like a shed lot for the less fortunate instead of them all living on the ground in sleeping bags like animals.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

I agree! Pay me good and I'll build these lol

[@brocktonma.1816]

So for the floor you basically made 2 12’ floors and attached them. Yes? Thanks

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Yep, exactly. I figured it would had more rigidity in the center.

[@genisys0069]

Shame to see your beautiful blue skies getting all chemtrailed up around 7:16. Good job on the shed.

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

Thanks for watching, let me know what you think of my other videos, I bet you'll like the gazebo and treehouse build ones

[@ezequielgonzalez9640]

I wish I can do that myself sometimes

[@KeimpieceCarpentry]

You can do it!