Building a storage shed

Trying to decide between wood or concrete storage shed foundations can be a difficult decision…

…but, it doesn’t have to be.

There are a couple of unique

DEAR TIM: Please shed some light on the advantages on a wood foundation or poured wall foundation. We plan to build and I want a poured wall, but my wife’s boss has a new home with a wood foundati

A simple soil test will tell you what kind of soil you have. Clay soil tends to drain slowly and can be difficult to grow flowers in, but these ten thrive in it.

DEAR TIM: I want to build a deluxe garden shed, but I have serious concerns about where to place the shed on my slightly sloping lot. The best location for the shed is under a giant maple tree. A

A simple soil test will tell you what kind of soil you have. Clay soil tends to drain slowly and can be difficult to grow flowers in, but these ten thrive in it.

Apr 30, 2007Angela England

Whether due to being in an area with little rainfall, or because the area has large trees whose roots will compete for moisture it can be difficult t

I’ve looked at several books on sheds and this is the best one I’ve found!

The author is a real craftsman. His background in cabinetmaking shines through in his attention to detail. He doe

Skid foundations —

When it comes to time-tested building methods, it’s hard to beat a skid foundation. Builders have been using this type of on-grad

A shed pier foundation is not strictly a permanent foundation it comprises of a series of concrete blocks laid directly on the ground (occasionally a shallow hole is dug and filled with crushed sto

1. The shed foundation should support the weight of the shed and spread it evenly over the ground on which it rests

2. Protect the wood at the base of the shed from moisture coming up from