6x8-B Backyard Shed Plans Emailed

6x8 Gable Shed Plans Include The Following:

• Materials List:The 8x12 Modern garden shed plans come with a complete materials list that is broken down by parts of the shed.
• 5 Foundations: There are 5 different foundations are included in the modern shed plans; Wood skid, Concrete slab, Concrete Block Pier, Poured Concrete Pier and Precast pier.
• Floor: 2x6 floor joists at 16" on center with 3/4" floor sheathing.
• Walls Framing: 2x4 framing at 16" on center with a double top plate, just like a home is framed.
• Wall Height: 2x4 framing at 16" on center with a double top plate, just like a home is framed. The shed wall height is 6'-4" for the short walls. This wall height keeps costs down and construction simple by allowing single pieces of 4x8 siding to be used along the exterior walls.
• Door: 3'-10 1/2" x 5'-10 1/2" (inside dimensions) The door is built using sandwich construction for strength and durability. The door can be installed on the side or end walls.
• Windows: The window is a 2016 awning, fixed or casement window that is pre-made vinyl or aluminum window to aid in installation and durability.
• Siding: T1-11 siding is the simplest siding to install. Other sidings such as horizontal lap or even vinyl siding may be used.
• Roof: The roof is framed using 2x4's to build rafter trusses. It is sheeted with 1/2" O.S.B.
• Roof Pitch: 4/12, this means that for every 4 inches of rise there is 12 inches of run horizontally.
• Roof Overhang: 2 inches on gable ends and 6" on eves. Options are there for longer overhangs on the gable ends.
• Roofing: 25 year asphalt shingles
• Trim: 1x4 and 1x6 wood, masonite or cement trim materials are used to finish the corners, windows, and door.
• Floor Load: 50 pounds per square foot for framed floors. This is the common strength of a residential home.
• Roof Snow Load: 40 pounds per square foot. This is more than adequate for most areas. If you live in an area with a high snow load you should check with your local building department for your local snow load. Contact us and we can specify stronger roof framing.