Sentry Buildings Assembly Book November 22 , 2017 the Lakewood 12' x 24' Manufactured by Reynolds Building Systems, Inc. 205 Arlington Drive Greenville, PA 16125 This manual is copyrighted. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without consent from Reynolds Building Systems, Inc.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR SHED KIT Download the most current instruction book at www.barnkits.com; use the "manuals" link on the menu bar and then select your building kit and size. Material Delivery: The building materials will be delivered in (2) two shipments. The material for the lower walls and loft floor, and the optional wood floor, will be delivered by a local lumber supplier. This enables us to provide long framing lumber not easily delivered by common carrier trucks.
Read Me First: Important Information on Building The Walls Study the information below on assembling the wall frames and applying the siding. This information may not be repeated in the assembly steps. Always wear safety glasses when cutting or nailing. Pre-cut wall studs will measure 92-1/4" to 93" in length, depending on your location. Nail studs to bottom (treated) wall plates with 16d galvanized nails, and use 16d coated sinkes for top plates; (2) two nails on each end.
Construction Details for Optional 12'x24' Floor System Foundation size is 12'-0" x 24'-0". Check local building codes in your area, the construction may have to change. 1. Cut (20) twenty 2x4-12' treated boards to 11' 8-7/8". These will be the floor joists. 2. Cut (2) two 2x4-12' treated boards into 3' long blocks to secure the 4x4s where the they butt together. Secure the blocks to the 4x4s with 16d galvanized deck nails. X X 16" 16" 15-1/4" 3.
Step 1 Assemble (2) Two Dormer Trusses Building Tip: To aid in the assembly of the trusses, temporarily tack 1x4 blocks to the floor. There are short 1x4s supplied in the kit for this purpose. This will trap the truss parts and ensures the other truss will be assembled the same. 1. Assemble a dormer truss using (2) two 78-3/4" long 2x6 rafters, (1) one 95-3/4" long 2x4 with angle cuts on the ends, and a pre-built saddle. There should be 140" between the notch in the 2x6s.
The length of pre-cut studs will vary from 92-1/4" to 93" depending the what part of the county you are located. The length does not matter in assembling the walls. If you want to install windows or a patio door in the end walls, review the 'General Window Instructions' on the next page and go to Step 3A for instructions on building the wall frame with windows or Step 3B for an end wall frame with a patio door. IMPORTANT: Only build (2) two 12' end wall frames.
General Window Instructions The instructions below shows how to assemble window and/or door headers and frame in window openings. There are extra pre-cut 2x4 wall studs, 2x6 boards and 7/16" OSB fillers provided for this. Additional filler strips can be cut from the 4'x7' OSB cover sheet on the main pallet (you will need a 4'x4' section of the cover sheet for Step 20. Sample door and windows opening are shown for reference. Adjust the opening sizes to fit the windows and doors you purchase. 1.
Step 3A Assemble 12' End Wall With Two Windows This layout shows assembling an end wall using a 24"x36" Jeld-Wen (V-2500 Series) single hung window. ThermaStar, by Palla, makes a similar window; their window is 24"x38". Adjust the opening size to the window header and framing around the window opening. 1.
Step 3B Assemble 12' End Wall - With Patio Door The instructions below shows how to assemble a wall for a 6' patio door. Adjust the opening size for other types and sizes of entry doors. 1. Cut (1) one treated 2x4-12' and (1) one untreated 2x4-12' to a length of 12'-0" (or 144"). Install (6) six pre-cut wall studs between the boards where shown in drawing below using 16d galvanized nails for the bottom plate and 16d coated sinker nails for the top plate. 2.
Step 4 Assemble 140-1/2" Long Back Wall 1. Cut (1) one treated 2x4-12' and (1) one untreated 2x4-12' to a length of 140-1/2". Position the boards together and indicate with 'X' marks, where the wall studs will be located. Untreated Top Plate Treated Bottom Plate X X X X 140-1/2" Wall Plate 19-3/4" X X 24" X X 24" 140-1/2" Untreated Plate : " 19-3/4 : : : : BL : : 140-1/2" Treated Plate 2.
Step 5 Assemble Another 140-1/2" Long Back Wall 1. Cut (1) one treated 2x4-12' and (1) one untreated 2x4-12' to a length of 140-1/2". Position the boards together and indicate with 'X' marks, where the wall studs will be located. Untreated Top Plate Treated Bottom Plate X X X X 140-1/2" Wall Plate X X 24" 23-1/4" X X 24" 140-1/2" Untreated Plate 3-1/4" 2 : BR : : : : : : 140-1/2" Treated Plate 2.
Step 6 Build Front Walls with Walk-in Door Opening The instructions below shows how to assemble a wall for a 2/8x6/8 door. Adjust the opening size for other types and sizes of entry doors. 1. Cut (1) one treated 2x4-8' and (1) one untreated 2x4-8' to a length of 96" 2. Install (6) six pre-cut wall studs, colored gray in the drawing, between the 8' long 2x4s using 16d galvanized (bottom plate) and 16d coated sinker nails (top plate). 3. Cut (2) two pre-cut studs to a length of 80-1/2".
Step 7 Build Front Walls with Window Opening The instructions below shows how to assemble a wall for a 32" x 41" Jeld-Wen (V-2500 Series) single hung window. Adjust the opening size and corresponding changes to the window header and framing around the window opening. 1. Cut (2) two treated 2x4-8' and (2) two untreated 2x4-8' to a length of 92-1/2". 2.
Step 8A Apply Front Wall Siding (Twin Window on Right) Decide where you want the twin windows located; on the right, see cover photo, or on the left end of the building. To place the twin window located to the right follow the instructions below. If you want the twin window on the left go to Step 8B. 1. Select the wall frame with the single window opening and butt it against the center wall frame. Do Not fasten the frames together so they can be separated after the siding is applied.
Step 8B Apply Front Wall Siding (Twin Window on Left) 1. Select the wall frame with the twin window openings and butt it against the center wall frame. Do Not fasten the frames together so they can be separated after the siding is applied. This will make setting the walls easier and assures the siding matches where the walls meet. 2. Install the windows. Install a siding panel with the LAP edge extending 3-1/2" past the left end of the wall frame using 8d galvanized box nails spaced 8" apart.
Step 9 Set Back & End Walls 1. Select the back wall panel marked 'BL' and one of the end wall panels. Install these panels at the back corner. Secure wall panels together at the corners using (5) five 10d coated sinker nails. Nail wall panels to the floor using 16d galvanized nails in every stud opening. 2. Use 2x4s from the pallet to hold the wall straight. 3. Set the other back wall panel and end wall panel. Nail wall panels together using 10d coated sinker nails.
Step 10 Install 2x4 Tie Plates 1. Cut a 2x4-12' in half and install a 6' long 2x4 flush with the 2x4 top plate on the front wall panel. Use 10d coated sinker nails, double row, spaced 18" apart. Install a 2x4-12' board next, and then install the other 6' long 2x4 flush with the right corner. Repeat to install 2x4s across the top of the back wall. 2. Cut a 12' long 2x4 to 137". Install on the end wall. Repeat on the opposite end wall.
Step 12 Install 2x6 Joist Headers & Floor Joist Material is provided for a 12'x14' loft over one end of the building. The instructions below will place the loft on the left end, see Step 11 for diagram. If you want the loft on the right end start installing floor joist on the right end of the building. 1. Cut (4) two 2x6-12' boards to a length of 140-1/2". Install these 2x6 boards to the inside of front and back walls on the building, flush with the 2x4 tie plate.
Step 13 Install Double 2x6 Joists 1. Nail the last (2) two 134" long 2x6 boards together with 10d coated sinker nails, double row spaced 16" apart. Install this double floor joist using a double joist hanger; see drawing below. 2. Install 5/8" plywood over the 2x6 floor joist using 7d coated sinker nails spaced 8" apart. Refer to Step 11 for sheathing layout and panel sizes. 4'x8' 12 -1 4'x8' . . . . Step 14 " . . . . . . /4 Double 2x6 Floor Joist Install Loft Shelf on 12' End Wall 1.
Step 15 Install Loft Shelf on 12' Back Wall 1. Install a 2x6-8' board between the loft floor and the ledge on the end wall. Cut and install (2) two 17-1/2" long 2x4 blocks between this 2x6 and joist header. 2. Cut a 4'x8' floor panel in half lengthwise creating (2) two 2'x8' panels. Install one over the loft shelf using 7d coated sinkers. Shelf on End Wall der ist Hea 2x6 Jo . . . . . . 2x6-8' Joist . . Back Wall 17-1/2" Blocks 3. Install another ledge on the front of the building.
Step 20 1. Assemble (2) Two 12' Dormer Walls Since the dormer walls will be installed on the upper loft, it may be easier to build them on the loft floor. When built, slide the walls over the open area of the loft. Cut (2) two 2x4-12' to 140-1/2". Indicate with 'X' marks, where the wall studs will be located. X X 140-1/2" Wall Plates X X Window 18-1/2" 27" X X X X X X 27" 24" 24" X X X X Window 2. Install (7) seven pre-cut 43-1/2" wall studs from the kit between the top & bottom plates.
Step 18 Assemble Roof Gables End Frames 1. The gable frames are shipped nested together. Remove hardware and other material placed inside the frames. Separate these frames by removing screws. The screw bit is packaged in the hardware bag. Gable End Frame Gable Center Frame Gable End Frame 2. After the frames are separated select one of the end frames and install a 31-3/4" long 2x4 (angle cut both ends) across the top. Secure the 2x4 with 2-1/2" wood screws.
Step 19 Assemble Roof Gables Building Tip: To aid in the assembly of the gables, temporarily tack 1x4 blocks to the floor. This will trap the gable frames and ensure the other gable and roof trusses, assembled next, will be assembled the same. 1. Place a left and right and center gable frame on the floor and hold the frame in position using 1x4 blocks; tack-nail blocks to floor. Secure frames together using 2-1/2" screws. 2.
Step 20 Apply Siding to Roof Gables 1. Install a siding panel on the left end of the gable frame with the 'Cut Edge' flush with the side of the frame. The siding should extend 3/4" below the bottom plate. Use 8d galvanized box nails spaced 8" apart. Install the center panel and the right end siding panel. 2. Remove this gable panel, placing it on top of the dormer walls to allow room to assemble another set of gable frames. Repeat Steps 22 & 23 to assemble and apply siding to a second set of gable frames.
Step 22 Set Roof Gable and Dormer Wall 1. Install a roof a gable over the end wall that has the large floor area. Set the gable with the siding extending over the trim on the lower wall, see Detail 'A' . Center the gable; the gable should extend 1-1/2" beyond the flooring on both sides of the building. Install a 2x4 wall brace to secure gable and nail through the bottom plate with 10d coated sinkers; use 3 nails per stud opening. 2.
Step 23 Install 2x6 Truss Plates . 1. Cut truss plates to length from 72" long 2x6 boards, the truss plates will be approximately 71-3/8" in length. Install one at each corner against the gable. Install the 2x6 plate 1/2" from the end of the gable plate. Nail each plate using 10d sinker nails. . . . Step 24 1/2" Space Install Dormer Truss 1.
Step 25 Install Gambrel Truss 1. Select the truss that has a gusset applied to one side. Install this truss against the dormer wall with the gusset facing the roof gable. The bottom tip of the truss will extend past the truss plate. The truss should align with the gable end; refer to Step 26. 2. Screw these trusses together using 2-1/2" wood screws. Screw through both sides of the trusses. . 3. Cut a small OSB filler from leftover OSB and install over the end of the rafters.
Step 26 Install Common Trusses Truss with Gusset One Side t Edge traigh 2x4 S 1. Select the trusses that have gussets applied to both sides. Install these trusses between the gable end and the truss just installed. Space the trusses as show below. 2. Secure these trusses using left and right metal brackets. Use 6d common nails to secure a bracket to the truss plate, and two 1-1/4" screws to secure the truss. Bend down the bracket where it extends past the 2x6 plate.
Step 28 Install 2x8 Ridge Beam 1. Cut a 2x8 board to a length of 140-1/2" and install as a ridge beam into the slots of the dormer trusses. 2. Secure the ends of the 2x8 with a metal joist hanger and 10d coated sinker nails. 3. Layout where the 2x6 rafters will be installed on the ridge beam; see below. 19-1/4" 24" 24" 4. On both dormer walls, layout where the 2x6 rafters will be installed; see below. Install H1 hangers where the rafters will be placed over the 'X' marks.
Step 29 Install 2x6 Rafters Locate (10) ten 78-3/4" long 2x6 rafters. Working from the center, install (2) two rafters on the front side of the ridge and one back side. The rafters should align with the dormer trusses and will be approximately 3/4" above the ridge beam to allow for ventilation. Use a string to check the alignment. Secure the rafters to the ridge beam with H1 hangers using 1-1/4" screws. When possible screw through the ridge board into the rafter using 2-1/2" deck screws.
Step 30 Install Roof Sheathing & Soffit Boxes 1. Install 5/8" plywood roof sheathing as shown below. Install the roof sheathing starting in the center of the rafters. Insert plyclips between rafters; see Step 31 for detail. The roof sheathing will extend approximately 1-1/4" past the sheathing on the dormer ends. Use 7d coated sinker nails spaced 6" apart. Extend the sheathing 3/8" below the end of the rafter. Tip: Use a piece of primed siding as a gauge.
Install Roof Sheathing - Lower Roof 1. Screw (2) two 2x3-6' long boards (cut boards to fit) to the dormer wall to support the roof sheathing installed later. Use 2-1/2" wood screws spaced to catch the wall studs behind. Aline the top corner of the 2x3 board with the top of the 2x6 truss. 2x3 -6' 2. Repeat to install 2x3s on the back dormer.
Step 32 Install 1x6 Fascia Boards on Lower Soffit 1. Install a 73" long 1x6 fascia board over the front soffit box. Install 1x6 against the bottom of the roof sheathing, flush with the siding on the roof gables. Use 8d galvanized box nails spaced to catch the 2x4 blocks behind. 2. Install (2) two more 1x6-73" fascia boards. 3. Repeat to install fascia on the back soffit boxes. 1x6 - 73" Fascia . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Step 33 Install Dormer Siding 1. Cut (2) two 72" long 1x4 boards to length and install across the bottom of the dormer rafters (see Step 35 for larger detail). Use 8d galvanized box nails. 2. Install (3) three 33-3/4" high siding panels on the front and back dormer walls using 8d galvanized box nails spaced 8" apart. Important: Paint the bottom edge of the siding.
Step 34 Install Primed Siding on Dormer Sidewall If you are installing a metal roof, trim 1" from the bottom edge of these siding panels to allow more clearance for the roof panels. 9"x48-3/4" Primed Siding 1. Install a 27"x38" long primed siding panel under the roof sheathing on the side of the dormer. Install the siding flush with the siding on the front of the dormer. Use 8d galvanized box nails. 27"x38" Primed Siding 2.
Step 36 Install Upper 2x4 Gable Overhang 1. Install a 79-1/2" long 2x4 on the side of the dormer under the roof sheathing. Use 10d coated sinker nails. : 2x4 Gable Overhang : : : : . . . . . . 4. Install 36-1/2" long 1x3 corner trim on the side of the dormer using 8d galvanized box nails. 5. Repeat steps to install 2x4 and corner trim on the other corners. . . . Step 37 Install Upper Gable Trim & Fascia Trim 1.
Step 38 Install Lower Gable Trim 1. Install (2) two 59" long 1x6 gable trim boards at the top of the roof gables, flush with the roof sheathing,using 8d galvanized box nails. 59" long 1x6 Gable Trim : : 2. Install (2) two 57-3/4" long 1x6 gable trim boards at the side of the roof gables, flush with the roof sheathing and fascia, using 8d galvanized box nails. : :: : 3. Repeat to install gable trim on the other roof ends. : 57-3/4" long 1x6 Gable Trim : .
Optional Pre-cut Metal Roof Kit A pre-cut metal roof kit offers pre-cut metal roof panels and all necessary flashing and trim accessories. This kit will elimate costly waste as all the roof panels are cut to exact length. The metal flashing around the dormer is pre-cut to fit properly. Metal roof edging, gable trim and ridge cap is also pre-cut and supplied. Necessary screws and insect-guard for the ridge is included along with a detailed instruction manual.
! Material Supplied By Local Home Center 64 Pre-cut Wall Studs 3 Wall Plates - Treated 2x4 - 8' 4 Wall Plates - Treated 2x4 - 12' 3 Wall Plates 2x4 - 8' 16 Wall & Tie Plates 2x4 - 12' 1 Ridge Beam 2x8 - 12' 4 Floor Joist / Door Header 2x6 - 8' 18 Floor Joist for Loft 2x6 - 12' 18 LP Exterior Siding 3/8" - 4' x 8' 21 Plywood Sheathing 5/8" - 4' x 8' 2 Tubes of Window Caulking 2 Tubes of Wood Glue
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