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STEP 1. LOCATION

STEP 2. INVENTORY

STEP 3. FRAME PREPARATION

E-Z BUILD SHED GUIDE

12' × 14'

Prior to beginning construction, the area

selected for the shed location must be level

and cleared of obstructions.

PLEASE NOTE: This shed construction aid is intended solely to provide general knowledge as to one of the ways

a shed may be constructed. We suggest you check with your local building ocials regarding site location, permit

procedures, safety regulations and speciﬁcations of materials used to construct your new storage shed. Builders

who utilize this aid must proceed at their own risk and are solely responsible for complying with all building codes

which pertain in their community. Midwest Manufacturing hereby disclaims all liability for any damages whether

consequential, incidental, special or otherwise, which may result from following this do-it yourself aid.

Separate all lumber, hardware, etc. into

individual stacks of like items.

Unfold each frame, setting aside (2) frames

to be used as end walls. From 1×4 treated

boards, cut gusset plates 6" long:

• 28 for a 14' building

Apply gusset plates on each side of the top

and bottom fold locations. Use (4) 8d nails on

each gusset plate. Frames used as end walls

require only (1) gusset plate at the top and bottom on the side opposite the metal plates.

See Figure 1.

BUILD

Figure 1

2×4 Sidewall

Frame Members

2×4 Top Chords

Treated 2×4 Bottom

Frame Member

1×4×6" gusset

plate at top and

bottom fold

locations

⁄16"

12'0"

1½"

139½"

You can construct your

own E-Z frame shed with

the help of this step by

step guide.

Summary of content (5 pages)

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E-Z BUILD SHED GUIDE 12' × 14' BUILD You can construct your own E-Z frame shed with the help of this step by step guide. Figure 1 Prior to beginning construction, the area selected for the shed location must be level and cleared of obstructions. 139½" STEP 1. LOCATION / " 5 16 88 2×4 Top Chords STEP 2. INVENTORY Separate all lumber, hardware, etc. into individual stacks of like items. STEP 3.
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STEP 4. BACK AND FRONT WALL FRAMES Using (1) frame selected as an end wall, measure and mark stud locations according to dimensions shown in Figure 2. Place the proper length 2×4 studs at those locations. Mark required length and angles. Cut each 2×4 to fit. Nail or toenail studs into place using (2) 8d nails top and bottom. Build the other end frame using Figure 3 as a guide. Figure 2 Toenail detail 2×4 studs and 2×4×12' nailer cut to fit. 2×4×8' end wall studs cut to fit.
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STEP 7. RAISE FRAMES From treated 2×4's, cut Figure 6 Standard Frames rim joists to 168". Place the rim joists 12' apart. Plumb and brace end frames. Nail rim joists to frames and end walls using 10d nails. See Figure 6. Brace and stand up the remaining frames. Nail rim joists to frames at 22½" between interior frames and 21¾" between exterior frame and next frame. Temporary braces 21¾" 22½" 22½" 22½" 22½" 168" 22½" Outside edge of frame 21¾" to outside edge of frame STEP 8.
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STEP 11. SIDING SIDE WALLS Use 8 sheets of 4×8 Smart Siding. Attach to side wall frames using 6d nails every 8". Raise sheathing 2½" from the bottom of the side-wall frame to prevent moisture absorbing into it. Make certain end walls and frames are plumb (vertically level) and fasten using 6d nails. STEP 12. FASCIA & SOFFIT TRIM Use the 1×6×16' trim boards for both fascia and soffit. Attach fascia to 1×6 Fascia Lowered ½" the exposed ends of the roof frame members using 8d nails.
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STEP 15. TRIMS AND SHINGLES Cut to fit trim from 1×4×16' boards. The tops should be flush with the roof framing, with OSB covering the top of the trim. Tack in place, fit, then permanently nail with 8d nails. Caulk seams where trims meet together. Door Trim, cut to fit Install roof edge on all sides of the shed. Install shingles per shingle manufacturer instructions. 1×4 Corner Trim Sheet Siding Corner Trim, cut to fit EZ Frame Corner Detail STEP 16.