Best Barns Meadowbrook-R 16x10 Safety guide

Manufactured by Reynolds Building Systems, Inc.
205 Arlington Drive Greenville, PA 16125 724-646-3775
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may not be copied, in whole or in part, without consent from Reynolds
Building Systems, Inc. © Copyright 2010
the Meadowbrook-R 16' x 10'
Assembly Book
Best Barns USA
Revised September 19, 2016

Tongue Edge
LAP Edge
Tool List
Hammer & Phillips Screwdriver
Framing Square & Level
Hand or Circular Saw
Power Drill/Screwdriver
Measuring Tape
2 - 8' Step Ladders
Always wear safety glasses when cutting or nailing!
The siding is made in 4x8 sheets with grooves
cut into the face, the long edge is beveled so
that the siding overlays where they butt.
To identify which edge we want you to use, we
will refer to the edge as either the 'LAP' Edge
or the Tongue Edge. Nail siding with 8d galv.
nails, spaced 12" apart.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR SHED KIT
This manual will show the assembly for the 16' x 10' Meadowbrook building kit. If you
received duplicate books, use the one with the latest revision date.
The foundation size should measure 10'-0" deep by 15'-9" long. Do Not make the foundation
larger than the building size. The siding should project beyond the foundation for water to
expel properly from the sidewalls.
Read the instructions before starting the assembly of the building. If you have any questions
about assembling the kit, call 800-245-1577. Business hours (8:00-5:00 ET) Monday thru
Friday. After business hours call 724-866-HELP (4357) or email to [email protected].
The material that is included in our kit is listed on the back page. The optional floor package,
if purchased, will be supplied by a local lumber supplier.
Our kit does not include the shingles, the quantity needed is listed under Step 18. The siding
is primed. You will need to apply a finish coat using latex acrylic paint.
Some of the framing lumber was used in the shipping pallet. Unpack the material from the
pallets, then unscrew the OSB sheathing, it will be used for the loft flooring. Unscrew the
2x4s from the shipping pallet. This material will be used for wall bracing and wall plates.
The bit for the screws is packed in the hardware bag.
Stacking the boards, according to size, will make them easier to find when needed. Some
boards have colored ends. All the 72" long 2x4s have black ends, stack these boards together.
Before you begin construction, be sure to study this assembly manual.Also, obtain a building
permit and check all pertinent building code regulations.
Thank you for your purchase. Bill & Linda Rinella, owners

10' - 0" Building Width
Nail the 2x4s to the 4x4
runners to keep the 2x4
frame from moving.
It is important that the floor be level and square.
Before nailing the flooring, measure the floor
diagonally (corner to corner). Then measure
the opposite corners.These measurements will
be the same if the floor is square.
Material Description 10' x 16' shed
2x4 Joist Headers 2 pcs. 16'
2x4 Floor Joist 13 pcs. 10'
4x4 Treated Runners 6 pcs. 8'
Flooring 5/8" or 3/4" 5 pcs. 4x8
Screw Floor Nails 2 lb. 8d
Galv. Box Nails 1 lb. 16d
2. Cut 2x4-10' floor joist to 9' - 9". Treated lumber may be thicker than 1-1/2". Take this into
account when cutting the length of floor joists. Shorten joist measurements if necessary to
obtain 10'-0" building width.
1. Cut joist headers to floor length. See Below.
Layout for 16" on center joist spacing. 'X' marks where floor joist will be placed.
XX
XX
X
X
16"15-1/4"
Joist Header X
X
16"
4x4 Treated Runners
Joist 9' - 9" Long
2x4 Joist Header
Building Length 15' - 9"
Foundation size is 10'-0" x 15'-9". Check local building codes in your area, the construction may
have to change. For a concrete slab, install sill sealer as a moisture barrier between the concrete
and the wall plates. Foam sill sealer can be purchased at home centers in rolls 3-1/2" or wider.
Constructing Details for Deluxe Floor System
Deluxe floors include 4x4 runners, standard floors do not
FRONT WALL

Wood Gusset with 2x4 Block
Step 1 Assemble Trusses
2x4 Truss Half
Top Gusset
Lower Gusset
2x4-116-1/4" Bottom Cord
1. Position (2) two truss halves together so that a 116-1/4" long 2x4 bottom cord may be placed
between them.
2. Hold truss parts in place by temporarily screwing 2x4 blocks to the floor. There are short 2x4
blocks supplied in the kit for this purpose. Use 2-1/2" wood screws.
3. Secure the tops together with a 22-3/4" long ridge block and wood gusset. Nail the gusset with
(16) sixteen 6d common nails. Space nails evenly.
4. Secure the truss bottom legs to the bottom cord with wood gussets. Note: You may have to
spread the truss bottom to fit the bottom 2x4. Use 12 nails per gusset. Space nails evenly.
5. Assemble (5) five more trusses.
6. Turn trusses over and apply wood gussets to the opposite side.
2x4 Block
2x4 Ridge Block
7. Assemble another truss without a bottom cord.
Locate wood gussets with a 2x4 block attached
to one side.
8. Attach this block/gusset to the bottom of each
truss leg. Secure to leg with 6d common nails.
9. Turn truss over and apply gussets.
Do Not remove blocks from floor until Step 2 is completed.
2x4 Block
Metal Plate

Siding Extends
3/4" Below Plate
Tip: To prevent gable studs from
being knocked loose when nailing
siding, lay 2x4 OSB sheathing,
supplied in kit, under the studs.
Step 2 Assemble Roof Gable Without Loft Doors
5. Turn the gable over. Locate pre-cut gable siding. Starting from left install the siding extending
3/4" below the bottom 2x4. Insure the siding does not extend above the top frame. Use 6d galv.
nails spaced 12" apart.
34-1/4" Long Gable Stud
21-1/2" Long Gable Stud
4. Screw (3) three 16" long 2x4 blocks flush with bottom
of the 2x4 bottom cord. One on each end and one in
the center. Use (2) two 2-1/2" screws.
35-3/4" Long Center Stud
1. Place (2) two 47" long and (2) two 38" long 2x4 gable rafters in the truss jig. Secure at knee
with 1"x4" drive-on plates. Position ridge block at peak. Locate (1) one 35-3/4" 2x4 center
stud and secure to ridge block with 1"x4" metal plate. Nail gusset to ridge block and truss.
2. Install 116-1/4" bottom cord and nail gussets to bottom of truss.
3. Install (2) two 21-1/2" and (2) two 34-1/4" with angle cut on one end. Secure 2x4 gable studs
to the truss with (9) nine 1"x4" metal plates at top and bottom.
1"x4" Plate
at Knee
38" Long Gable Rafter
47" Long Gable Rafter
1"x4" Plate
Wood Gusset
LAP

1x4 Trim
2x3-47" Board
2x3-42-1/4" Board
Extends Below Siding
Step 3 Install Rear Gable Overhang & Trim
Install Ends With Blue
Mark At Ridge
1. Apply 47" long 2x3 boards to the gable. These boards have a blue marking on one end. Install
this end at the peak. Install boards flush with the top of the gable frame. Use 10d sinkers.
2. Install a 42-1/4" long 2x3 at the sides of the gable, flush with the frame. Board will extend
below siding.
3. Apply 1x4 white pine trim to gable. Install a 47" long 1x4 at the top of the gable. These boards
have a blue marking on one end. Install this end at the peak. Install the 1x4 gable trim extending
1/2" above the siding on the gable. When installed later, the roof sheathing will be flush with
the top of the trim.
4. Install a 42-1/4" long 1x4 at the sides of the gable.

24-3/4"
3. Assemble the loft doors. The loft door frames are
temporarily held together with corrugated fasteners,
this is the back side of the door frame. Place the
doors on level surface, face side down. Cut the siding
from above step to the size of the door frame. Secure
the siding panel to the frame with 1" screws provided.
Step 4 Assemble Roof Gable With Loft Doors
1. Repeat Step 2 to frame another gable.You will NOT
use a 35-3/4" center stud. Place a 36" long 2x4
between the 34-1/4" studs. Measure 24-3/4" from
bottom cord and secure with 1"x4" plates.
36" Long 2x4
34-1/4" Long
Gable Stud
If you don't need loft access from the outside, attach loft door frames to
the gable to create a decorative look and weather tight storage area.
1"x4" Plate at Knee
38" Long Gable Rafter
47" Long Gable Rafter
21-1/2" Long Gable Stud
Cut Flush with Top
2. Turn the gable over. Lay out the first (2) two pieces of siding on frame. Important: Do not
nail to frame. Mark and cut so siding is flush with top and left side of opening. Cut to bottom
of siding below gable plate. Nail first two pieces of siding to frame. Lay out next siding panel,
do not nail, and repeat cut for right side door opening. Nail last two pieces of siding to frame.
Cut Flush with Side

Disassemble the shipping pallets. Save the OSB sheathing for the loft floor.
Cut one of the 2x4 into (2) two 37-1/2" long 2x4s.
Position (2) two 80" long 2x4 boards, and the one cut above, together as shown below.
Mark line and Indicate with 'X' marks, where the wall studs will be located.
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
2x3-42-1/4" Board
XXX
X
X
X
XXX
X
X
1x3-29-1/4" Trim Board
Step 6 Cut 2x4 Wall Plates for Front Wall Assembly
Step 5 Install Gable Trim & Loft Doors
2x3-47" Board
5. Apply 1x4 white pine trim to gable. Install a 47-1/2" long 1x4 at the top of the gable. These
boards have a blue marking on one end. Install this end at the top. Install trim flush with
the top of the gable frame. Use 8d galv. nails.
6. Install a 43" long 1x4 at the sides of the gable, flush with the frame.
3. Install 29-1/4" long 1x3 trim boards on each side of the loft door opening. Install a 43" long
trim board across the top.
4. Install loft doors using 4" hinges and 1-1/4" long hinge screws. The screws have a square head.
The bit is packed with the screws. Install barrel bolts to the inside top of the doors to secure
doors when closed. When door is closed mark where bolt will hit 2x4 gable frame. You will
need to drill a 1/4" hole into the underside of the 2x4.
1. Apply 47" long 2x3 boards to the gable. These boards have a blue marking on one end.
Install this end at the peak. Install boards flush with the top of the gable frame.
2. Install a 42-1/4" long 2x3 at the sides of the gable, flush with the frame.
80" Wall Plates
24" 24"
15-1/4"
37-1/2" Wall Plates
21"
4" Hinge
1x3-43" Trim Board

Step 7 Assemble Front Wall Panels
5. Locate (2) two 16" wide x 77-1/4" long siding panels. Cut these panels to a length of 75-3/4".
6. Measuring from the 'tongue' edge, cut a full width x 75-3/4" panel to a width of 19-1/2" . Save
cut off to be used later. Install panel so the cut edge extends 3-1/2" beyond the end of the wall
frame. Siding will be flush witht he top of the 2x4 plate and extend 3/4" below the bottom
plate. Use 8d galv. nails, 12" on center.
7. Install a full width x 75-3/4" siding panel.
8. Install the 16" panel, with the LAP edge, last.
72" long 2x4
69-1/2" long 2x4
ends
flush
1. Cut (2) two 2x4-6' to a length of 69-1/2".
2. Assemble a door header jack by nailing
a 69-1/2" long 2x4 to a 72" long 2x4.
Use 10d sinkers.
3. Assemble another door jack.
Siding Extends 3/4" Below Plate
9. Install a 70-1/2" long 2x6 as a tie plate
across the top of the wall. Install the 2x6
flush with the siding
4. Install 72" long wall studs between the wall plates cut in Step 6. Install 2x4 studs over the
'X' marks. Use (2) two 10d sinkers at the each end of stud.
Siding Extends 3-1/2"
Past 2x4 Stud
70-1/2" Long 2x6 Tie Plate
Door
Jack
Door Jacks
Assembled Above
Top Plate Flush
with Door Jack
80" Long Wall Plate 37-1/2" Long
2x4 Plate
To offset the doors tot he left end of the wall, turn wallsl over before applying the siding.
LAP

Top Plate
Wall Stud
3-1/2" 56-1/2" Tie Plate
56-1/2" Tie Plate
141-1/2"
141-1/2"
X
X
X
X
X
X
4. Square wall frame. Measure
diagonally (corner to corner).
Step 7 Assemble Front Wall Panels Continued
Step 8 Assemble End Wall
2. Install 72" wall studs between the top and bottom plates.
3. Install (2) two 56-1/2" long 2x4 as tie plates over the top plate. The 2x4s will be 3-1/2"
short of the end of the wall frame.
1. Position (2) two 2x4-10' boards
together and indicate with 'X' marks,
where the wall studs will be located.
10' - 0" Wall Plate
24" 24"
11-1/4"
X
X
10. Locate the 16" panel, with the tongue edge and install this panel with the cut edge flush
with the 2x4 door jack. Install siding flush with the top of the 2x4 top plate.
Siding Extends 3/4"
Below Plate
Cut Edge
11. Cut the leftover siding to a width of 25" and
install as the last panel. The siding will extend
3-1/2" beyond the end of the wall frame.
2x4 Door Jack

3. Install a 36" x 77-1-4" panel
with the 'LAP' edge last.
Step 9 Apply Siding to End Wall
1. Repeat Step 8 to assemble another end wall frame
2. Locate the 12-3/4" panel, with the 'tongue' edge. Install this siding panel with the cut
edge flush with the end of the wall frame. Install siding flush with the top of the 2x4
wall plate.
3. Install (2) two full width siding panels in the center of the wall frame.
12-3/4" Panel with
Tongue Edge
1. Locate a 36-3/4" x 77-1/4" siding panel with the 'Tongue' edge. Install the siding panel on
the left corner, with the 'cut edge' flush with the end of the wall and flush with the top of
the 2x4 tie plate. The siding should extend below the bottom plate.
2. Install a 48-3/4" x 77-1/4" siding panel in the center of the wall frame.
Step 10 Assemble Another End Wall
Tongue Edge
4. Install the 12" siding panel flush with
the end of the wall frame.
Siding Extends 3/4" Below Plate
Cut Edge
LAP
Tongue Edge
36-3/4" Panel
LAP

C
CX
X
X
X
X
X
24"
23-1/4"
65-1/2" Wall Plate
B
BX
X
X
X
23-1/4"
48" Wall Plate
A
A
X
X
X
X
X
X
68-1/2" Wall Plate
24"
19-3/4"
70-1/2" Long 2x6 Tie Plate
70-1/2" Long 2x6 Tie Plate
1. Cut (2) two 68-1/2" long 2x4s to a length of 48". Position 68-1/2", 48", and 65-1/2" long
2x4 boards together and mark where the wall studs will be located. Mark the ends that will
butt together with the letters 'A', 'B' and 'C'.
2. Install 72" wall studs between the top and bottom
plates. Assemble frames and nail together with
10d sinkers.
3. Install a 48" and (2) two 70-1/2" long 2x6 boards
as tie plates over the top plate. The 2x6s will
extend 3-1/2" beyond the end of the wall frame.
Step 11 Assemble Back Wall
Siding Extends 3/4" Below Plate
LAP
Siding Extends 3-1/2" Past Wall
4. Square wall frame. Locate (4) four 75-3/4" long siding panels. Install the first siding
panel with the 'LAP' edge extending 3-1/2" beyond the wall frame.
5. Install (2) two full width siding panels in the center.
6. Cut the last siding panel to extend 3-1/2" beyond the last wall
stud. Tip; it will be easier to handle this wall if you install the
last siding panel after the walls are set.
B
A
48" Long
2x6 Tie Plate
3-1/2" C

2x3 Door Header
70-1/2" Long 2x6
48 Long 2x6
2x4 Over Door Header
Cut 2x4 To Fit
1. Secure wall panels together at the corners. Use (4) four 10d coated nails per corner. Nail
wall panels to the floor. Nail through the bottom plate. Space 10d sinkers 24" apart.
Step 12 Set Lower Walls
3. Install a 67-1/2" long 2x3 door header between the
front wall panels. Secure header with 10d sinkers.
2. Use 2x4 boards removed from the
shipping pallet to brace the front wall
on each side of the door opening.
4. Cut a 65-1/2" long 2x4 to fit over the door header, between the front wall plates.
Secure with 10d sinkers.
5. Install 70-1/2" and 48" long 2x6 over the 2x4 wall plates. Secure with 10d sinkers.

Step 13 Install Trim
4. Install (2) two 1x3-62" long trim boards flush with the top of the front wall. Use 8d galv. nails.
5. Install 1x4-75 3/4" trim boards at the corners of the front and back. Install the trim flush with
siding on the end wall.
6. Install 1x4x74-3/4" trim boards at the corners of the front wall.
1x3-62" Trim Boards
1x4-75 3/4" Trim Board 1x4-74 3/4" Trim Board
2x6 Tie Plates
DOOR WALL
2. Install (2) two 1x4-72" boards along each side of the door opening, flush with the bottom
edge of the siding. Tack these boards with a couple nails; you may want to move the trim
later when you install the doors. Use 8d galv. nails.
3. Install a 1x3-72" board across
the top of the side trim.
1x4-72" Top Door Trim
1x4-72" Side Trim
1. Locate (2) two siding panels that are 32" wide x 6" in height. Cut these panels
to a height of 4-1/2". Install these siding panels over the door header.

3. Using 1-1/2" hanger nails, install the right hangers to the 2x6 tie plate.
The top hanger flange should line up with the 'X' mark.
2x6 Tie Plate
Inside of Building
Front Wall
Install the gable on the left end wall. The gable siding will extend over the 1x3 trim on
the lower wall. NOT behind the trim! Secure gable to wall by nailing through the gable
blocks with 10d sinkers. Nail siding along the 1x3 trim board with 6d galv. nails.
Gable Siding
1x3 Trim
Step 14 Set Left Gable
1. Layout the truss spacing on the front wall. Start at the left corner of the building. Measure from
the inside face of the wood gusset when marking the location of the first truss. See next page.
2. Locate the truss hangers, there are left and right hangers. Select the right hangers.
Long Side Nailed
to Wall Plates
Important: When marking the back wall, use the left hangers and
place the 'X' mark on the same side of the line so your trusses are
parallel when they are installed.
Step 15 Set Trusses

Wood Gusset
Left Gable
Front Wall
Note: The center truss will
not have a bottom cord.
Step 16 Set Trusses Continued
24"
4. Install the trusses over the 'X' marks. Install hanger to the opposite side of the trusses.
Secure truss to metal hangers using 1-1/2" hanger nails.
18”

Notch Around Stud
2'x4' Panel
2'x4' Panel
Step 17 Install Loft Floor
1. Install a 4' x 4' OSB flooring panel between the siding on the rear gable and the center
of the 2nd truss. Notch the panel around the studs on the gable and cut the width to fit on
the center of the 2x4 truss bottom. Note: Some OSB panels may be attached to the shipping
pallet. Secure floor with 7d sinkers.
2. Cut and install 2' x 4' OSB panels on each side of the center panel.
3. Install (2) two 2'x4' pieces as the 2nd row of flooring.
4. Install OSB flooring at the front of the building.

Straight Edge
Truss
Roof Shingles 10 bdl.
Roof 'drip' Edge 7 pcs.
Building Tip: Install ridge vent in lieu of shingles caps.
Ridge vent provides ideal ventilation, preventing heat or
moisture from damaging your building or its contents.
1. Install felt paper and metal roof edge the permitter of the building.
2. Install shingles according to the instructions on the wrapper. If you need more detailed
instructions on installing shingles, there are good publications at book stores or newsstands.
Air
Space
Truss
Shingles
Cut 80" long roof sheathing flush
with face of the gable trim
Install Shingles - not included in kit
Step 18 Install Roof Sheathing
42" x 72"
46" x 72"
42" x 48"
46" x 48"
Detail 'B'
46" x 80"
42" x 80"
Install This Row First
Install roof sheathing on the steep side of the roof. Use a straight edge to align the top of the
sheathing with the top of the truss. See Detail 'B'. Make sure the trusses are plumb and the roof
sheathing meets the center of the truss. Use 7d sinkers spaced 12" apart.
Install first sheet flush with back gable trim. Work back to front. The top roof sheathing will not
extend to the ridge. This will allow an opening for air ventilation when you install a ridge vent.
Remove From
Shipping Pallet

Step 19 Install Doors & Hardware
4. Before you fasten the hinges to the door
trim, temporarily prop the doors in the
opening. Leave a space at the top of the
doors and between the doors and the
side trim to allow room for the doors to
expand when they absorb moisture.
If your door opening is out of square,
the space around the doors will not be
even. You can remove and reposition
the side trim to make allowances for
this. The side trim does not have to be
flush with the frame of the door opening.
You can move the trim in or out to make
the door spacing equal.
5. Install hinges to trim with 2" screws.
OSB Shim
1. Lay the left door with the trim facing up. The
siding on the left door extends past the door trim.
See detail below.
2. Install 5" hinges to the left side of the door frame.
To position the hinge properly, hold the rectangular
plate against the frame. Use 1-3/4" black screws.
3. Install hinges to the right side of the other door.
6. Install a barrel bolt on the lower back of
the door to secure this door in place when
closed. You will need to drill a hole for
the round shaft to drop into.
7. Install another barrel bolt at the top of the
door.
Barrel Bolt on the
back of left door
Install Door Latch
Left Door
Siding Extends Past Trim

Qty. Qty.
4 Wall Plates 120 " 4 1x4 Gable Trim 47 1/2"
8 Truss - Bottom Cords 116 1/4" 4 1x4 Gable Trim 43 "
8 2x4 Boards Attached to Pallet 80 " 4 1x4 Corner Trim 75 3/4"
37 Wall Studs black ends 72 " 4 1x4 Corner Trim 74 3/4"
4 Wall Plates 68 1/2" 2 1x4 Door Trim 72 "
4 Wall Plates 65 1/2" 1 1x3 Top Door Trim 72 "
4 Wall Plates 56 1/2" 4 1x3 Lower Wall Trim 62 "
4 Gable Framing 47 " 2 1x3 Loft Door Trim 29 "
4 Gable Framing 38 " 1 1x3 Loft Door Trim 42 3/4"
1 Gable Studs & Framing 36 "
1 Gable Studs & Framing 35 3/4" 3 48" x77-1/4" 2
4 Gable Studs & Framing 34 1/4" 2 36" x 77-1/4" 6
4 Gable Studs & Framing 21 1/2" 2 16" x 77-1/4" 2
9 Truss Ridge Blocks 22 3/4" 4 Siding for Roof Gables 48" x 48"
6 Gable Nailing Blocks 15 3/4" 4 Siding for Roof Gables 16" x 30"
2 2x6 Tie Plates for Sidewalls 48 " 2 Siding For Door Header 6" x 32-3/4"
4 2x6 Tie Plates for Sidewalls 70 1/2" 4
4 Gable Overhangs 47 " 3 lb. 10d Sinkers
4 Gable Overhangs 42 1/4" 3 lb. 8d Galv. 28 Truss Hangers
2 Gable Blocks 6 1/4" 2 lb. 7d Sinkers 75 Hinge Screws
4 lb. 6d Common 1 Door Hasp
14 Pre-built Truss Halves 1 lb. 6d Galv. 2 4" Barrel Bolts
2 32" x 72" Pre-built Barn Doors 4 lb. Hanger Nails 2 6" Barrel Bolts
2 18" x 29" Loft Door Frames 4 4" Door Hinges 12 2-1/2" Screws
1 2x3 Door Header 67-1/2" 6 5" Door Hinges 36 1-1/4" Screws
26 1x4 Drive-on Plate 24 1-5/8" Screws
2 2
2 2 16 Wood Truss Ridge Gussets 8" x 24"
2 8 28 Wood Bottom Truss Gussets 12" x 12"
2 2 2 Center Truss Blocks w/gusset
Size
46" x 80" 46" x 72"
2x3 Framing Hardware
Exterior Siding & Soffit
12" x 77-1/4"
48" x 75-3/4"
6" x 32-1/4"
8" x 48" Front Soffit Panels (Woodville model)
Miscellaneous Lumber
2x4 & 2x6 Framing Whie Pine TrimSize
Meadowbrook and Woodville 10'x 16' Barn kit
Loft Floor & Roof Sheathing
Pre-built Components
42" x 48" 46" x 48"
48" x 48" 24" x 48"
42" x 80" 42" x 72"
3-1/2"x7-1/2"