Building a Shed (Taunton's Build Like a Pro)

THIS BOOK IS SO MUCH MORE THAN JUST INFORMATION ON CONSTRUCTING AN OUT BUIDING. THE BASIC BUILDING IN THIS BOOK IS GREAT

This book tells you the basics of what you need to know to build a basic shed with dimensional lumber. It covers a lot from how to avoid code violations, choose the best location, make the foundation, make the framework/walls/rafters, put on the roof, build and install windows and door to selecting the exterior cladding. Even if you never do the building yourself, this book will tell you what you should know about choosing a builder and what you should and should not see during the construction process if you have hired someone to build a shed for you. This book does not include a detailed plan and materials list for building a specific shed.

I needed a shed of 12 x 16' dimensions. I looked at the many pre-built or build-on-site local offerings but was not impressed by the quality of materials and/or craftsmanship. I had never constructed a building but decided I could do at least as well as the thrown together sheds I looked at. I bought a few sets of plans and read much about shed building but still wasn't completely comfortable since I had trouble putting all of the pieces together in my mind. I decided that this book might fill in the gaps and it definitely did that plus more.A picture is worth a thousand words and this book has many pictures, so I guess it equals thousands of words about shed building. I did not follow any specific plan from the book but used it as a guide to develop my own plan. With the information provided I felt confident that I could not only build the shed but it would be done well.My shed has been completed and it turned out nice looking and sturdy (to toot my horn), and it is way better than the sheds that many of my neighbors had put up. Of course, those sheds went up in less than one day while mine took months doing it solo. But I'm pleased with the outcome and this book was extremely useful to me as a guide.

Definately worth the two bucks I paid for mine used. Alot of good info in here to set you straight on how to build a shed or outbuilding. Well put together information. Some of the featured projects are definately not for beginners. I would have liked to see a little more detail on some aspects of framing and roof sheathing, but I guess there had to be limit on some specifics in order to get every thing between the covers. I'm a mechanic, not a builder, so some carpentry calculations are a little fuzzy for me. I would most certainly recommend this book, but I'm going to get another that stays with one or two simple designs step-by step, right down to what size nail to use, and how to lay the roof sheathing . I used to know a carpenter who could build a shed with a gambrel roof without a second thought. It just came natural to him. I would say that this book is not really a beginner book, more beginner/intermediate level Again, still a very good book, especially if looks are important.

I build a shed using this book as a basic reference. I was expecting to build one of the plans in the book, but none of them were exactly what I was looking for. Its a good basic intro to shed building and I referenced it throughout the process. I wished it went into more detail on some of the critical steps like building trusses and doors, and installing windows. But overall I would say it was worth the cost as a reference.

I will be using this to build a 10ft by 12ft gamble roofed shed in my garden. As I have built one in the past, I know a bit about the process. The most important part of building a shed is the foundation. Once that is completed,the rest is fairly easy. The only reason this book gets 4 stars is I don't think it has enough good photos on that part of the process. It also does not go into detail on the reasons for the initial placement of the 4 corner posts on a pier and beam foundation.

This book is a good resource. It does not have plans, so if that's what you're looking for don't bother with this book. What this book does have is a lot of great information on the building of sheds, design ideas, building options, etc. The author goes through the steps to build a foundation, framing, roof, even ideas on internal storage and external finishes. The text is easy to follow and understand. There are many sidebars that give tips and advice which most laymen probably wouldn't have considered. The photographs are great quality too. This is a great book and I'd recommend it highly for anyone needing or interested in building a shed.

I am going to build a shed. It will be the death of me, most likely, but I am going to build a shed. Of all the books I have purchased on shed-building, this was hands-down the best of the lot. Speaking of lot, I have cleared an 8' x 12' space in the yard, and I am going to build a shed. My wife thinks I'm insane but I now have this book, an expensive miter saw, an angled ruler type thing, a box of screws and a dream. I am going to build a shed.

I shall be using ideas from this when I build my very own 'amazing space' garden structure.

I bought this book as a gift for my husband who is a builder. He had read the previous edition which at a holiday home we stayed at and we found it difficult to buy. This updated book did not disappoint and met all expectations, giving many joinery tips.

Interesting and informative

Every man should have one

very good