Steel storage sheds can be just the ticket for the homeowner who is running out of space and needs more room for all of their gardening supplies or for other items they would like to have either protected from the elements or just things they do not want out in the open in their yards. When you shop for these types of sheds you will discover that there are a variety of different kits to choose from so make sure that you know what your needs are before hand so you will be able to choose the right kit.
Steel sheds are extremely popular because they are not only extremely sturdy but they are also a lot more cost effective. These types of sheds are also very easy to paint should you want to change the color to perhaps match the color of your home. They also stand up well against high winds.
Once you have decided where you want the shed to be constructed and how large you want it, you can go purchase the kit that suits the area you need it for. Since these kits generally do not come with floors you will need to build a solid foundation for it.
To make your own foundation you should dig a hole that is about six inches in depth and is several inches longer and several inches wider than the shed is. After this you need to fill the hole with at least 4 inches of pea gravel. Then you will take some 2 by 4s and make concrete forms that need to be put all around the area the shed will be standing.
After this is done, take concrete, follow the mixing instructions and then pour about four inches of concrete on top of your gravel. You can smooth down the concrete with a piece of wood. You will need to let the concrete dry for about a week before you can construct your steel shed.
When you are ready to construct the shed you should start with laying the floor tracks out and put them together by attaching them to one another just do not attach them to the concrete slab at this point. Take the fasteners that come with the kit of the frame and go a head and install each wall panel by attaching them to each other through the predrilled holes. The floor tracks can be put on the slab and then attach the wall panels.
The roof panels are next and they need to be hooked together before you attach them to the framing members. Once this is done you can attach the roof with screws to the walls. Slide the door into place and attach the door with screws to the door jamb.
Once all of this is done you can then take lag bolts and anchor all of the corners the shed to the concrete slab. This is to make sure that the shed stays exactly where you want it on the concrete flooring. This will also help keep the shed sturdy against high winds.
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