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I Built a Shed (2020)

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Re: I Built a Shed (2020)

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Post by nkrisc »

Fraaaank wrote: post #21

Looks cool! What would worry me is that you're displaying a screen and (presumably) a computer in front of a large window outside of your house. Of course I don't know what the rest of the property looks like, but from the pictures it looks perfect for burglars.

He mentioned blackout curtains so perhaps he can at least obscure what’s inside when he locks up for the night.

But assuming it’s a fenced in yard in the US, if someone is already in there when they shouldn’t be they’re already quite committed to mischief anyway.

Re: I Built a Shed (2020)

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Post by davidw »

psim1 wrote: post #27
Mizza wrote: post #20

I hate to be a bore, but.. did zoning come into play? I know a place that had to tear theirs down once the city found out.

In my part of the US, a temporary structure does not require a permit or zoning allowance, while a permanent structure does. When we build sheds to meet the "temporary" definition, they are built on top of cinderblocks and not a poured concrete foundation. In this case, the author built his shed directly on top of his patio, so I am curious whether this would be considered a permanent or temporary installation.

This is from California which is, uh, not known for a light regulatory touch in things like permits or zoning.

Re: I Built a Shed (2020)

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Post by ohazi »

Not that anything about this shed is built to code, but this takes the cake:

> PRO TIP Use screws for everything; if you mess up, remove the screws and redo it; with nails, it’s a lot harder to do that.

You absolutely should not do this for framing, and most building codes specify the type and size of nails that you must use when fastening load-bearing structural components.

Screws are convenient, sure, but they are necessarily much harder than nails and are prone to embrittlement and cracking, while nails are soft and pliable. You can get structural screws, but they're uncommon, expensive, and I'd wager they weren't used here (they're much beefier than a similarly rated framing nail).

Re: I Built a Shed (2020)

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Post by fragmede »

Fraaaank wrote: post #21

Looks cool! What would worry me is that you're displaying a screen and (presumably) a computer in front of a large window outside of your house. Of course I don't know what the rest of the property looks like, but from the pictures it looks perfect for burglars.

My interpretation is that the fence behind the shed is the street, so the glass doors on the shed faces other houses. Other houses which can probably already see TV/etc in the presumably glass-doored living room that faces the same direction if they were to look.

Re: I Built a Shed (2020)

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Post by throwaway984393 »

thecrumb wrote: post #13
Grakel wrote: post #3

Cool! A coat of gloss will make your exterior paint last a lot longer and seal everything better. A nice exterior gloss paint is like a skin for your walls. Anybody looking to do this, you could probably go 8x8 for the same money, plywood comes 4x8 and most lumber comes in 8' lengths.

Yes! When I bought my shed I didn't consider 4x8 dimensions and it bit me in the end when finishing it out.

You can also go to your local reused building materials store and see what they've got, and change your plans around a bit to fit those materials. You might find a bundle of boards not quite 8'/16' but could save you a pretty penny (and it just helps the environment)

Re: I Built a Shed (2020)

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Post by porknubbins »

Really enjoyed reading this and have always wanted to try. The aesthetics came out better than I expected from a backyard shed too. It seems like you got most stuff cut to size but I’m wondering what power tools were required other than a nail gun I assume.

Re: I Built a Shed (2020)

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Post by pengwing »

If you are interested in this, could you please answer two questions (warning: My lack of understanding is usually offensive):

- Do you regret having children?

- Do you regret living together with your spouse?

Re: I Built a Shed (2020)

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Post by dekhn »

davidw wrote: post #32
psim1 wrote: post #27

Earlier quoted context omitted.

In my part of the US, a temporary structure does not require a permit or zoning allowance, while a permanent structure does. When we build sheds to meet the "temporary" definition, they are built on top of cinderblocks and not a poured concrete foundation. In this case, the author built his shed directly on top of his patio, so I am curious whether this would be considered a permanent or temporary installation.

This is from California which is, uh, not known for a light regulatory touch in things like permits or zoning.

CA has been lightening up about ADUs, it's typically not hard to put one in. There were a few legal changes in 2020, allowing larger sizes, less planning oversight, less parking requirements, utility hookups can be shared with the primary building.

The permits are pretty easy to get.

Re: I Built a Shed (2020)

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Post by mdani »

I would probably reroute the end of the rain sprout on the left side of the shed away from the shed, since it would put lots of water at the base of the shed whenever it rains, weakening the base of the shed.
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