Wooden Shed – Perfect Additional Bedroom

Sometimes wooden sheds lack adequate storage space for all the things you want to store in them. It is at this point that it begins to make sense to build an additional room. Not only does it give you extra space, but it also saves you from incurring costs when buying or building a larger shed. Here are some quick steps to create an additional room.

Step 1: planning

You need to find out the size you need. It is always best to build an additional room large enough to anticipate future needs so that you don’t end up needing more space any time soon. Besides the space requirements, there are other things to consider.

Local regulations

Find out what the regional zoning laws are and obtain the necessary permits for your construction. It is essential that you understand the building code requirements in your region to avoid legal trouble.

Examine the construction site

Before you start building, you need to find out if any environmental hazards may occur during construction. Have a professional inspect the property for drainage pipes or electrical lines that you may come across in the process.

Plan your project

Once the site is clear and you have the legal documents on hand, you can start working on a drawing. The size of your sketch will determine the materials used, as well as the time spent, so be sure to do your research. Also, indicate where the bonus room will be located adjacent to your current log shed. The design of your roof should be such that it can withstand weather elements such as snow and rain.

The foundation

Although an additional room is usually small in size, it must have a foundation for stability purposes. Its strength affects the strength of your shed, so opt for materials like concrete block.

Materials

There are tons of materials that you can use in construction. A good example is lumber, which is not only strong, but is also available at a reasonable price. Other options include composite coatings and cementitious boards. Based on your drawing, calculate the amount of materials you need and buy the products.

Step 2: preliminaries

This stage is quite simple and you can handle it without the need for professional help.

Construction site map

Start by clearing vegetation that will be a hindrance during construction and leveling the ground. If you wish to have a dirt floor in your additional room, you can leave the site as is. If you want to build a level, then you need to compact the soil. Be sure to use a flooring material that can withstand the weather conditions.

Digging holes

Then, using your building codes and drawings, drill holes for the support posts. Take into account the load of the rafters and the weights of the roofs as you dig the holes. Also, make sure the exterior wall of your spare room is parallel to your wooden shed so that rafter placement is not cumbersome.

Placing the posts

Using a mallet, drive the shed posts into the ground. You can use wooden stakes next to the boards to make sure the posts are straight. You also need to use a plumb bob at this stage. Once the shed posts are in place, pour some concrete into the holes for added support and let it sit for at least twenty-four hours.

For a temporary room, you can choose to use dirt to fill in the post holes. Then use a line level to help you mark a bench elevation on the posts. This mark will help you determine how much load the beams can carry. Notch the tops of the posts so that the support beams rest in the notches before connecting the beams.

Place the support joist in the notches preparing it for the joists. If you want to have leashes in your shed, now is the time to attach them to the posts. Be sure to nail everything down before continuing with the next steps.

Step 3: the roof

Your roof needs to be sturdy to withstand the elements and as such you need to take great care in its construction.

Fix a support beam

Just as you did for the posts, nail a support beam into the part of the shed where the top end of the beams will be. If you are going to place the wooden beam in a metal building, it is wise to use a self-drilling screw. Make sure the beam is secure as it will support the weight of the roof and the structure. Next, place the joist spacing on the top and bottom joists.

Putting up the roof

Start by determining the angle of the roof by placing a line from the top to the bottom joist and use this step to cut the joists. Put the joists in place and nail them into the joists before setting the gap for turning. Sometimes it is necessary to cut part of the existing roof so that the new roof can fit under it. If you do, remember to use metal flashing to prevent future water leaks. Now you can place your roofing material on the batten and fasten it in place.

Step 4: completion

You now have the skeleton of your structure and can now work on the installation of partitions in the additional room, doors, floors and exterior walls. Pay attention to the materials you choose, as they will affect the durability of your structure. Also, be sure to fasten each item in place.

Step 5: finishes

Start by making sure the building is code compliant and checking for loose fixtures. Be careful of exposed metal corners and roll them up to make sure they can’t cut someone passing by. You can then clean up the site, put away your tools, and clean the room to be ready to move in.

Getting an additional room is as simple as five easy steps that will leave you adequate space for entertaining, storage, and any other desired purpose. In addition, it is very economical.