12×12 Shed Plans

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December 31,
2015

This step by step diy woodworking project is about 12×12 shed plans. This article features
detailed instructions for building a 12×12 shed with a gable roof. This article features
instructions about building the frame for a 12×12 shed. This is PART 1 of the project, so
make sure you also take a look over the rest of the project, to learn how to frame the roof
and the door.

When buying the lumber, you should select the planks with great care, making sure they are
straight and without any visible flaws (cracks, knots, twists, decay). Investing in cedar or
other weather resistant lumber is a good idea, as it will pay off on the long run. Use a spirit
level to plumb and align the components, before inserting the galvanized screws, otherwise
the project won’t have a symmetrical look. If you have all the materials and tools required
for the project, you could get the job done in about a day.

Projects made from these plans

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 Building a 12×12 shed

A – 4 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 144″ long SKIDS

B – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 144″ long, 4 pieces – 141″ long, 7 pieces – 138″ long JOISTS
C – 3 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 48″x96″ long, 3 pieces – 48″x48″ long FLOOR
D – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 144″ long, 1 piece – 137″ long, 9 pieces – 81″ long 2xSIDE
WALL
D – 1 piece – 144″ long, 1 piece – 137″ long, 2 pieces – 46 3/4″ long, 2 pieces – 75 1/2″
long, 6 pieces – 81″ long, 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 46 1/2″ long FRONT WALL
D – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 137″ long, 1 piece – 144″ long, 7 pieces – 81″
long BACK WALL
E – 12 pieces of 5/8″ T1-11 siding – 48″x90″ long SIDING

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PART 1: 12×12 Shed Plans

PART 2: 12×12 Shed Roof Plans
PART 3: 12×12 Shed Door Plans

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Build a 12×12 shed

Shed floor frame

The first step of the project is to assemble the floor for the 12×12 shed. Cut the components
from 2×6 lumber. Align the components, drill pilot holes and lock them together with 3 1/2″
screws. Make sure the corners are square for a professional result.

Joists
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Fit the interior rim joists. Use 2 1/2″ screws to secure the joists to the frame, leaving no gaps
between the components.

Fitting the intermediary joists

Next, you need to attach the intermediary joists to the floor frame. Use joist hangers to lock
the beams to the frame. Make sure you also insert 2 1/2″ screws through the perimeter
beams into the joists.

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 Fitting the skids

In order to protect the floor of the shed from moisture, we recommend you to attach 4×4
skids under the floor. Align the skids to the floor as shown in the diagram, drill pilot holes
and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the joists.

Fitting the floor panels

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Attach the 3/4″ plywood sheets to the floor, as shown in the diagram. Use 1 5/8″ screws to
lock the panels to the frame, every 8″ along the joists.

Front wall

Assemble the front panel of the shed from 2x4s. Cut the components at the right size, using
the instructions in the diagram. Drill pilot holes through the plates and insert 2 1/2″ screws
into the studs. Align the edges and make sure the corners are square.

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 Header

Use 2x6s and 1/2″ plywood to make the header. Drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws on
both sides of the header.

Back Wall

Assemble the back wall frame.

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 Building the side walls

Assemble the side walls for the shed. Cut the 2x4s at the right dimensions and lock the
together with 2 1/2″ screws. Make sure the corners are square and leave no gaps between
the components.

Fitting the side walls

Fit the side walls to the floor of the shed. Plumb the walls with a spirit level and secure them
temporarily into place with 2×4 braces. Drill pilot oles through the bottom plates and insert
3 1/2″ screws into the floor.

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 Assembling the shed frame

Fit the front and the back walls to the floor of the shed. Drill pilot holes through the plates
and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the floor. In addition, you need to lock together the adjacent
wall frames and the corresponding top plates.

Attaching the side panels

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Attach the 5/8″ T1-11 siding to the sides of the shed. Leave no gaps between the panels and
lock them to the frame with 1 5/8″ nails/screws.

Attaching the back panels

Attach the panels to the back of the shed, as well.

Front panels

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Attach the siding panels to the front of the shed, as well. As you can easily notice in the
diagram, you need to cut out the opening for the door. Mark the cut lines and use a saw to
get the job done.

12×12 shed plans

Fill the holes with wood putty and let them dry out for a few hours. Smooth the surface with
100-220 grit sandpaper and remove the residues with a damp cloth.

Top Tip: Apply a few coats of paint or stain to the components, to enhance the look of the
project. Take a look over the PART 2 of the project to learn how to build the roof for the
shed.

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outdoor plans, check out the rest of our step by step projects and follow the instructions to
obtain a professional result.

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