OLT CB128-FJ-PLY User manual

12x8 Cabana Shed
FJ Bevel Model with Plywood Roof
Assembly Manual
Version #2.2
January 18, 2022
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Thank you for purchasing
a 12x8 Cabana. Please take
the time to identify all the
parts prior to assembly.
In the event of a missing or broken piece, call the Outdoor Living Today Customer Support Line @ 1-888-658-1658 with-
in 30 days of the delivery of your purchase. It is our commitment to you to courier replacement parts, free of charge,
within 10 business days of this notification. Replacement parts will not be provided free of charge after the 30 day
grace period.
All structures purchased from Outdoor Living Today are covered for a period of one year for defects in manufacturing
and workmanship. Costs incurred for customer installations are not included.
Failure to use supplied parts included in this kit could result in poor product performance and may void your warranty.
Please contact Outdoor Living Today’s Customer Toll Free Line if you plan to deviate from our written instructions.
Safety Points and Other Considerations
Our products are built for use based on
proper installation on level ground and
normal residential use. Please follow the
instruction manual when building your
shed and retain the manual for future
maintenance purposes.
Customers are responsible for ensuring
a solid, level, well-draining site for
construction.
Please check with your local municipal
or county by-laws before ordering this
product to confirm it complies with
building codes.
- Snow load ratings vary by geographical location. If heavy or wet snowfall occurs, it
is advisable to sweep snow off roof frequently.
- If the product is elevated, any structural and building code requirements are solely
the customer's responsibility, and should be abided by.
- In areas with high or gusty wind conditions, it is advisable to install the structure
securely to the ground.
- Have a regular maintenance plan to ensure screws, doors, windows and parts are
tightly affixed.
Customer agrees to hold Outdoor Living Today and any Authorized
Dealers free of any liability for improper installation, maintenance and
repair.
Stock Code #
CB128-FJ-PLY
Roof Area: 112 sqft

What to do before my Shed arrives?
Become familiar with this assembly manual and determine if you can•
complete the project yourself or will require a professional contractor.
Clear the construcon area and ensure a clear pathway for delivery when•
the freight company arrives. Remove all debris: roots, grass, rocks, etc.
Excavate the site. Contact your local ulies company to ensure there are•
no gas or electric lines buried in the area before digging.
Decide on the type of foundaon you will be using:•
 Concrete slab, or
 46 inches of crushed gravel with paver stones or 4x4 stringers.
You can find the footprint for your shed on Page 3 of your Assembly Manual.
If doing the assembly yourself, have all the necessary tools ready to go and in•
working condion. A list of required tools can be found aer the parts list.
One helper is recommended to assist in construcng your shed.•
It generally takes two people over two days to assemble a shed. If you’re
hiring a contractor, their rate should be in line with that duraon of work.
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Foundation Types for 8x12 Garden Shed
Concrete Slab Foundation:
- Slab must be at least the same size as assembled floor frame (136 1/2” x 96”) or larger.
- 6” Deep foundation.
- 1.7 Cubic Yards of concrete required.
- A concrete slab will have the longest durability out of your foundation options.
Once level, a concrete slab is the easiest surface to build on.
Gravel with 4x4 Pressure Treated Stringers:
- Excavate at least 6” deep, and 6” wider than floor frame on each side.
- 2.1 Cubic Yards of gravel required, approximately 19 wheelbarrows.
- 7 - 4x4 Pressure Treated Stringers 8’ long required.
- Evenly spaced, with one at each end of floor frame.
Saves money on materials, easy to level and work with.
Gravel with Patio Paver Stones:
- Excavate at least 6” deep, and 6” wider than floor frame on each side.
- 2.1 Cubic Yards of gravel required, approximately 19 wheelbarrows.
- 25 patio pavers (8” x 8” or larger).
- Center patio paver stones underneath floor runners and underneath seams in floor joists.
Patio paver stones are widely available from most landscape stores.
96”
136 1/2”
6” Deep
108”
148 1/2”
7 - 4”x4”x96”
25 Patio Stones
Floor FrameConcrete Foundation Completed Foundation
18 5/8”
Gravel Foundation Gravel Foundation with treated stringers Completed Foundation
Gravel Foundation Gravel Foundation with Patio Pavers Completed Foundation
96”
136 1/2”
108”
148 1/2”
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Thank you for purchasing our 12x8 Cabana Garden Shed.
Please take the time to identify all the parts prior to assembly.
Note: All Trim, Facia and Bottom Skirting pieces will be positioned rough face out when installed.
1. Floor Section
Floors
3 - 45 1/2” x 75” - Floor Joist Frames - Large
3 - 45 1/2” x 21” - Floor Joist Frames - Small
6 - 1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 71 7/8” - Center Floor Joists - Unattached
10 - 1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 68 3/16” - Floor Runners
3 - 45 3/8” x 74 7/8” - Plywood Floor - Large
3 - 45 3/8” x 20 7/8” - Plywood Floor - Small
2. Wall Section
Main Wall Panels
7 - 45 1/2” x 75” - Solid Wall Panels
7 - 1 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 45 1/2” - Bottom Wall Plates
2 - 45 1/2” x 75” - Window Wall Panels
1 - 12” x 73” - Narrow Wall Panel
Door Header & Jamb
1 - 1 1/2” x 3 3/8” x 73” - Vertical Door Jamb
1 - 2” x 3 3/8” x 45 1/2” - Door Header (Dado cut on edge)
Top Wall Plates & Gables
6 - 3/4” x 2 1/2” x 32” - Side Top Plates
(4 pieces angle cut on end, 2 piece straight cut both ends)
4 - 3/4” x 2 1/2” x 65 3/4” - Front & Rear Top Plates (angle cut edge)
4 - Gable Half Walls - Triangular Shaped
3. Rafter and Roof Section
Rafter Assembly
2 - 3/4” x 4 1/2” x 84” - Roof Ridge Boards
2 - 3/4” x 4 1/2” x 52 1/2” - Roof Ridge Boards
18 - 1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 56 1/2” - Roof Rafters
4 - 1/2” x 4 1/2” x 68 1/4” - Soffits
4 - 3/4” x 1 1/2” x 48” Rafter Nailing Cleats
3 - 3/4” x 3 1/2” x 72” - Roof Gussets (angle cut on ends)
Roof
4 - 5/8” x 48” x 72” - Roof Plywood Large
4 - 5/8” x 8 5/8” x 72” - Roof Plywood Small
4. Trim & Miscellaneous Section
Outer Wall Trim
10 - 1/2” x 4 1/2” x 45 1/4” - Bottom Skirting (Bevel)
4 - 3/4” x 2 1/2” x 75” - Filler Trim
5 - 1/2” x 1 1/2” x 45 1/4” - Top Wall Trim (Bevel)
4 - 1/2” x 4 1/2” x 43 1/4” - Horizontal Gable Trim (Bevel)
4 - 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 79” - Corner Trim
4 - 1/2” x 5 1/2” x 82” - Wide Corner Trim
2 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 79” - Rear Wall Narrow Trim
2 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 77 1/2” - Side Wall Narrow Trim
Facia Trim
4 - 3/4” x 2 1/2” x 51” - Facia Nailing Strips
4 - 3/4” x 3 1/2” x 58” - Side Facia (Angle cut on ends - 2 right / 2 left)
4 - 3/4” x 3 1/2” x 71 3/4” - Front and Rear Facia
2 - Pentagon Facia Plate - For Side Facia Peaks
2 - Horizontal Gable Trim Detail Plates - 4 1/2” high
2 - Facia Detail Plates - 3 1/2” high
21-22
Steps
Steps
24-27
Steps
42-47
48-55
56-59
Steps
13-20
1-12
28-41
Parts List - Pages 2 and 3
Continued on next page
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12 x 8 CABANA - PLYWOOD ROOF - HARDWARE SHEET
S1 - 2 1/2”
S3 - 2”
S2 - 1 1/4”
SS2 - 3/4”
SB2 - 2”
N1 - 1 1/2”
Y1 - Tee Hinge x4
Silver
Finishing
Square Drive Bit
Hardware Kit (Provided)
Safety Glasses
Work Gloves
Safety Equipment
Required (Not Provided)
Screw Gun/Drill Tape Measure
Hammer Wood Clamp
Level Pliers
Tools Required (Not Provided)
1/8” Drill Bit
Y4 - Black
Drop Latch
Y5 - Interior
Silver Barrel Bolt
250 Pcs
155 Pcs
28 Pcs
270 Pcs
2 Pcs
365 Pcs
10 Pcs
25 Pcs
Black Headed
Black Headed
Y30 - Single
Rafter Bracket x 6 Y31 - Double
Rafter Bracket x 4
Door Section
2 - 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 79” - Vertical Door Trim
1 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 79” - Front Wall Narrow Trim
1 - 1/2” x 1 1/4” x 32” - Horizontal Door Trim
1 - 1/2” x 1 1/4” x 7” - Horizontal Narrow Wall Trim
1 - 31 1/2” x 30” - Top Dutch Door Section
1 - 31 1/2” x 42” - Bottom Dutch Door Section
2 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 72” - Interior Vertical Door Stops
1 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 36” - Interior Top Horizontal Door Stop
Miscellaneous
2 - Metal Window Inserts
2 - Window Trim Pkgs - (1 - 24 1/16” angle cut / 3 - 23” square cut)
2 - Flower Box Kits
1 - Spare Wall Siding
2 - Spare Shingles - use to shim door, etc
Steps
68-71
60-67
Parts List - Pages 2 and 3
Ladder
SB1 - 3/4”
BR1
Y3 - Black Handle
Y9 - Ridge Board
Connector x 2
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Regular Maintenance & Tips to prolong the life of your shed.
Before/During Assembly:
1.) Paint each face and edge of your plywood floor with a latex exterior paint.
2.) Caulk wall seams if gaps appear.
3.) Caulk around window framing.
4.) Caulk perimeter between floor plywood and bottom wall plate.
5.) Caulk channels in lap siding at the top of your door above the trim, just a drop in each channel.
6.) Caulk edge of door threshold (if applicable).
7.) Optional: Install a Sill Gasket between floor runners and foundation.
8.) Optional: Install an 8” strip of roofing paper below Cedar Ridge Caps for Cedar Roof Sheds.
Routine Maintenance:
- Routinely check all fasteners are tight (ex. Door Hinges, Nails)
- Brush off dirt from walls.
- Brush off snow from roof regularly.
- Routinely remove needles and leaves from roof.
Painting/Staining
- Your cedar shed, if left untreated, will weather to a silvery grey colour.
- Painting or staining your structure is highly recommended and will prolong the life of your shed.
- You do not need to wait to paint or stain your shed, the wood in your kit has been dried and can be
—stained or painted immediately.
- Consult your local paint store for the best paint or stain for cedar.
- Optional: stain the inside of your shed. (Note: this will remove the fresh cedar smell.)
1. 2. 3.
4. 5. 6.
7.
Sill Gasket
Floor Joists
Floor Runner
Foundation
8.
Floor Plywood
Wall Panel
Small gap between
bevel siding and
window trim
Dab of caulking
Strip of roofing paper over
apex of roof panels
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You can find the
Square Drive Bit for
the screws in with
the Hardware Kit Bag.
1. Lay out Large Floor Joist Frame and 2 Floor Joists as
illustrated above. Position Joists equally in Floor Joist Frame.
Use Small Floor Joist Frame as a template to determine
joist position. Position Joist so flush with framing.
Parts (Steps 1 - 6)
Floor Joists
(1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 71 7/8”) x 6
Floor Joist Frames - Large
(45 1/2” x 75”) x 3
Floor Joist Frames - Small
(45 1/2” x 21”) x 3
Hardware (Steps 1 - 6)
S1 - 2 1/2” Screws
x 58 total
A. Floor Section
Plywood Floor
Large (3)
Floor Joist
Frames
Large (3)
Floor Runners (10)
Plywood Floor
Small (3)
Concrete Pad
(optional foundation method)
Floor Joist
Frames
Small (3)
Exploded view of all parts necessary to complete
Floor Section. Identify all parts prior to starting.
Note: Floor Footprint is 136 1/2” wide x 96” deep.
Flush
with
framing
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2. When correctly positioned, attach each Joist with 4 - 2 1/2” screws (2 per end). You can find the
Square Drive Screw Bit in the Hardware Kit Bag.
3. Lay out Floor Joist Frames as illustrated.
There are 3 larger and 3 smaller Frame Sections.
The Footprint for the floor when attached together
will be 136 1/2” wide x 96” deep.
5. Complete all large and small frame
attachments. Screw each completed section
together with 8 - 2 1/2” Screws.
Front of Shed
You can find the
Square Drive Bit for
the screws in with the
Hardware Kit Bag.
4. Attach each large and small floor joist
frame together with 6 - 2 1/2” Screws per
section.
96”
136 1/2”
6. When completed, your floor footprint
should be 136 1/2” wide x 96” deep.
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7. Attach Floor Runners to completed floor frame.
There are 2 Floor Runners per 136 1/2” side and
5 completed Runners in total. Use 6 - 2 1/2” Screws
per Runner.
Parts (Steps 7 - 9)
Floor Runners
(1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 68 3/16”) x 10
Hardware (Steps 7 - 9)
S1 - 2 1/2” Screws
x 60 total
8. Make sure Runners are flush with
outside and front and rear floor framing
but not overhanging.
9. Complete remaining Floor Runners.
10. With Floor Runners attached, carefully flip the floor over
and place on your foundation.
Caution: you will need 2 people to assist you. Be careful when
laying floor down not to bend or twist floor. When in place, level
floor completely.
Note: The floor will be flipped over
and the floor runners will sit on your
foundation. It is important to note, that
having a level foundation is critical.
Choosing a foundation will vary between
regions. Typical foundations can be
concrete pads or patio stones positioned
underneath the floor runners.
Foundations
Concrete Slab
Foundation
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Hint: Use a chalk line
to mark location of floor
joists to determine
screw placement.
Front
11. Position all Large & Small Plywood Floor pieces
on top of completed floor joists. Plywood will sit flush with
outside of floor joist frame.
Parts (Steps 11 - 12)
Plywood Floor - Large
(45 3/8” x 74 7/8”) x 3
Plywood Floor - Small
(45 3/8” x 20 7/8”) x 3
Hardware (Steps 11 - 12)
S2 - 1 1/4” Screws
x 70 total (approx)
Important - Make sure floor is
level before moving on to wall
section. Use a level to confirm,
and shim floor joists as required.
12. With Plywood positioned correctly on
floor framing, attach with 1 1/4” Screws.
Use screws every 16”.
push plywood
together at seams.
Front
Completed Floor
configuration
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