So you build with the old adage measure once, cut twice?
Nope, I made it for 6' (after it's trimmed) and it's exactly 6'. Problem is memory, it should have been 6-1/2' from when we discussed it, LMAO... My bad I'll fix it.
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Nope, I made it for 6' (after it's trimmed) and it's exactly 6'. Problem is memory, it should have been 6-1/2' from when we discussed it, LMAO... My bad I'll fix it.
masterswimmer
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Just playing with ya buddy. You know that.
Of course no worries! I'm just saying it was my memory that failed not the measuring, lol...
masterswimmer
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Welcome to the club!
Well I'm a little late to this thread, but I have one of these to build this summer myself. My question goes all the way back to the beginning. Whats your opinion on doing the gravel like you did or blocking up the wood floor? I can't decide what method I want to use.
kev74
20×102mm Vulcan
Gravel will spread the load better and be less susceptible to settling issues.
I have seen sheds blocked up that lasted for a long time though without moving too much.
I guess I should add the caveat that I don't plan on this structure being permanent more of a stepping stone until I build my actual garage. I am a little worried about settling of the gravel with that route because I would probably have to build a retaining wall to keep the gravel in place. It will be built on a sloping section, I haven't measured how much but I wouldn't be surprised if it has 6" variance.
BDinPutnam
.475 A&M Magnum
Building on a slope is a bitch. I built my blind into the shallowest part of the hill I could find and it was still a ginormous pain - IF you have to build up the flat part (i.e. you can't excavate to make a level building space). Its doable but it sucks.
The only actual piece of advice I have (if you have to do that) is plan on having more material to fill/level than you think you will need, you WILL use it.
I really don't want to excavate, I would have to build up if I did anything. The reason being is it does get a decent amount of seasonal runoff that I think would end up being an issue.
tony
6.5 Creedmoor
can you use large crushed stone (rip rap) for a base with maybe #3"s on top. I would think that would give good drainage and stability.
Seems like a lot for a somewhat temporary structure, but probably the right answer.
kev74
20×102mm Vulcan
How about building on posts, like you would a deck? If you sink the footings, settling and frost heave isn't an issue. Plenty of unimpeded runoff space underneath.
That's why I was thinking just cinder blocks. That's would limit the required digging.
tony
6.5 Creedmoor
many times temporary structures remain in use much longer than initially intended...
masterswimmer
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Rip rap, with 4" perf pipe at the bottom, from the high side to the low side, out to daylight. Done.
Saltwater60
20×102mm Vulcan
This is why I use screws. Much easier to unscrew than year out with nails. I’m no pro some I do make these mistakes too.
Saltwater60
20×102mm Vulcan
Gravel is about $50/yard after the materials and delivery. If you get more delivery is a bit less of a factor. I just got 3 yards and it cost me $150. Move the camper back off the garage onto the mud pit. Now I can get my lawn furniture out.
Doc8404
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Must be nice. Here you can only have two outbuildings and a pool counts.
Sawsall. Lol
masterswimmer
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meketrefe
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make sure you do not forget the master bathroom next to the walking closet in the main bedroom.
Blimey
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I use screws, too. they are accurate, provide better pullout; easier to fix if a mistake made. I use GRK from Home Depot for basically everything. They are much pricier than nails, but they are structural rated and not brittle like decking or drywall screws.
Saltwater60
20×102mm Vulcan
That’s what I use. Those spax bit screws are awesome. I literally have probably 5-6 different packages around plus I love the leftover containers. Very handy.
Saltwater60
20×102mm Vulcan
I know it always just tears up the wood so it’s pain in the rear end. Plus I have a bad shoulder/rotator cuff so swinging a hammer overhead is not an option for me anymore. Hell sinking a screw is tough enough but a good dewalt 20v impact driver has helped immensely.
I painted my bedroom and I had one last little touch up spot around the crown molding and just doing the ceiling rolling and caulking the crown molding I could barely lift the paint brush over my head for the touch up. My hand was shaking something fierce.
meketrefe
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A masterpiece!!!
I like the lean to.
masterswimmer
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CG, the door header needs just one tiny cripple above it to perform some function.
Yeah thanks I know I had to cut the ones I had in there out when I replaced the door haven't put them back in yet.