OLT SSGS1216-FJ-Ply User manual

12x16 SunShed Garden Shed
FJ Bevel Model with Plywood Roof
Assembly Manual
Some of the safety and usage measures you may wish to consider include:
-snow load ratings vary by geographical location. If heavy or wet snowfall occurs, it is advisable to sweep the
snow off the roof(s).
-if the product is elevated, any structural and building code requirements are solely the customer's
responsibility, and should be abided by.
-in high or gusty wind conditions it is advisable to keep the structure securely grounded.
-have a regular maintenance plan to ensure screws, doors, windows and parts are tight.
Customer agrees to hold Outdoor Living Today free of any liability for improper installation,
maintenance and repair of any of our products.
Revision #2.4
Mar 9, 2022
Thank you for purchasing
a 12x16 SunShed Garden
Shed from Outdoor Living
Today. Please take the time
to identify all the parts prior
to assembly.
Safety Points and Other Considerations
Our products are built for use based on
proper installation and normal residential
use, on level ground. Please follow the
instruction manual when building your
shed and retain the manual for future
maintenance purposes.
In the event of a missing or broken piece, simply call the Outdoor Living Today Customer
Support Line @ 1-888-658-1658 within 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.
Stock Code #
SSGS1216-FJ-Ply
Roof Area: 160 sqft
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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 3 to 4 days to assemble a shed. If you’re hir
ing a contractor, their rate should be in line with that duraon of work.
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Foundation Types for 12x16 Garden Shed
Concrete Slab Foundation:
- Slab must be at least the same size as assembled floor frame (141 1/2” x 182”) or larger.
- 6” Deep foundation.
- 3.4 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.
- 3.9 Cubic Yards of gravel required, approximately 36 wheelbarrows.
- 9 - 4x4 Pressure Treated Stringers 12’ 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.
- 3.9 Cubic Yards of gravel required, approximately 36 wheelbarrows.
- 45 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.
141 1/2”
182”
6” Deep
9 - 4”x4”x144”
45 Patio Stones
Floor FrameConcrete Foundation Completed Foundation
18 13/16”
Gravel Foundation Gravel Foundation with treated stringers Completed Foundation
Gravel Foundation Completed Foundation
141 1/2”
182”
153 1/2”
194”
153 1/2”
194”
Gravel Foundation with Patio Pavers
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Thank you for purchasing our 12x16 Sunshed Garden Shed.
Please take the time to identify all the parts prior to assembly.
1. Floor Section
Floors
4 - 45 1/2” x 75” - Floor Joist Frames - Large
4 - 45 1/2” x 66 1/2” - Floor Joist Frames - Small
8 - 1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 72” - Floor Joists Large - Unattached
8 - 1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 63 1/2” - Floor Joists Small - Unattached
2 - 1 1/2” x 5 1/2” x 56” - Wide Floor Runner
1 - 1 1/2” x 5 1/2” x 70” - Wide Floor Runner
4 - 1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 38” - Floor Runners
8 - 1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 72” - Floor Runners
4 - 5/8” x 45 1/2” x 75” - Floor Plywood Large
4 - 5/8” x 45 1/2” x 66 1/2” - Floor Plywood Small
2. Wall Section
Main Wall Panels
4 - 45 1/2” x 81 3/4” - Solid Wall Panels
1 - 45 1/2” x 81 3/4” - Solid Wall Panel With Extra Vertical Studs
5 - 1 5/8” x 2 1/2” x 45 1/2” - Bottom Wall Plates
4 - 45 1/2” x 81 3/4” - Window Wall Panels
4 - 45 1/2” x 81 3/4” - Double Window Walls
1 - 12” x 73” - Narrow Wall Panel
Door Headers
1 - 1 1/2” x 3 3/8” x 73” - Vertical Door Jamb
1 - 1 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 45 1/2” - Door Header Riser
1 - 1 1/2” x 7 1/4” x 45 1/2” - Door Header
2 - 1/2” x 7 1/4” x 45 1/2” - Door Header Spacer
1 - 45 1/4” long - Drip Edge with Bevel Siding attached
Top Wall Plates & Gables
4 - 1 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 70 3/4” - Front & Rear Riser Plates
4 - 1 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 88 1/2” - Side Riser Plates
4 - 3/4” x 2 1/2” x 45” - Front & Rear Top Plates (angle cut ends)
2 - 3/4” x 2 1/2” x 51 1/2” - Front & Rear Top Plates (straight cut ends)
2 - 3/4” x 2 1/2” x 45 1/2” - Side Top Plates (angle cut edge)
4 - 3/4” x 2 1/2” x 65 3/4” - Side Top Plates (angle cut edge)
4 - Triangular Gable Walls (end tip tucked inside)
3. Rafter and Roof Section
Rafter Assembly
3 - 3/4” x 9 1/4” x 91” - Roof Ridge Boards
2 - 3/4” x 9 1/4” x 45 1/2” - Roof Ridge Boards
24 - 1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 80 7/8” - Roof Rafters (angle cut ends)
4 - 1/2” x 4 1/2” x 91” - Soffits
4 - 3/4” x 80” x 19 3/4” - Triangular Roof Gussets
12 - 3/4” x 3/4” x 48” - Polygal Support Cleats Long
4 - 3/4” x 3/4” x 38” - Polygal Support Cleats Short
Roof
2 - 5/8” x 48” x 81 1/2” - Long Left & Right Plywood Panels
2 - 5/8” x 45 1/2” x 81 1/2” - Long Center Plywood Panels
2 - 5/8” x 48” x 37 1/2” - Short Left & Right Plywood Panels
2 - 5/8” x 45 1/2” x 37 1/2” - Short Center Plywood Panels
8 - 48” long - Polygal Panels
21 - 26
Steps
Steps
27 - 32
Steps
12 - 20
1 - 11
33 - 49
Parts List - Page 4-5
Continued on next page
50 - 59
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60 - 73
Steps
4. Trim & Miscellaneous Section
Outer Wall Trim & Dutch Door
14 - 1/2” x 4 1/2” x 45 1/4” - Bottom Skirting (Bevel)
1 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 79” - Narrow Door Trim
2 - 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 85” - Door Trims
1 - Dutch Door with Hardware
8 - 1/2” x 1 1/2” x 45 1/4” - Top Wall Trims
4 - 3/4” x 2 1/2” x 81 3/4” - Filler Trims
10 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 87” - Side Trims
4 - 1/2” x 5 1/2” x 90” - Wide Corner Trims
2 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 85” - Rear Wall Trims
2 - 1/2” x 5 1/2” x 44” - Outside Polygal Ridge Caps
3 - 1/2” x 4 1/2” x 44” Center Polygal Ridge Caps
4 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 44” Mid Polygal Ridge Caps
Facia Trim
2 - 3/4” x 1 1/2” x 36 1/2” - Facia Cleat Short
4 - 3/4” x 1 1/2” x 40” - Facia Cleat Long
4 - 3/4” x 5 1/2” x 81 1/4” - Front and Rear Facia Angled
4 - 3/4” x 5 1/2” x 49 1/2” Side Facia
2 - 3/4” x 5 1/2” x 89 1/4” - Side Facia
1 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 8” - Horizontal Door Trim
1 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 32” - Horizontal Door Trim
2 - 1/2” x 4 1/2” x 42” - Horizontal Gable Trims - Bevel
4 - 1/2” x 4 1/2” x 45 1/4” - Horizontal Gable Trims - Bevel
2 - 9 1/2” x 7 1/2” - Pentagon Detail Plates
8 - 8” x 5 1/2” Facia Detail Plates
Miscellaneous
2 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 72” - Interior Vertical Door Stops
1 - 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 36” - Interior Horizontal Door Stop
4 - Regular Window Inserts
8 - Narrow Window Inserts
4 - Regular Window Trim Pkgs
8 - Narrow Window Trim Pkgs
8 - Flower Box Kits
4 - 16” x 45” - Long Potting Shelves
1 - 16” x 41” Short Potting Shelf
9 - 1 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 38” - Potting Shelf Legs
1 - Extra Lap Siding
1 - Spare Wall Siding
2 - Spare Shingles - use to shim door, etc
83 - 89
74- 82
Advice: Wood has a tendency to split when
screwing near the ends of a board. To prevent
splitting, it is always recommended to pre-drill
pilot holes before screwing into these areas.
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12x16 SUNSHED WITH PLY ROOF HARDWARE SHEET
Safety Glasses Work Gloves
Safety Equipment Required (Not Provided)
Ladder
Screw Gun/Drill Tape Measure
Hammer Wood Clamp
Level Pliers
Tools Required (Not Provided)
1/8” Drill Bits
Caulking Gun
2 1/2”
2”
1 1/4”
3/4”
2”
3/4”
Tee Hinge x4 Pull Handle x 1
Ridge Board
Connector x 3
Silver
Square Drive Bit
Hardware Kit (Provided)
Black Drop Latch
Silver Barrel Bolt
1 1/2” Finishing
490 pcs
230 pcs
28 pcs
535 pcs
48 pcs
20 pcs
670 pcs
2 pcs
Black Headed
Black Headed
Single Rafter
Bracket x 8
(22°)
Double Rafter
Bracket x 6
(22°)
1”
Silver
48 pcs
90° Metal
Bracket (8)
Silicon Caulking (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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A. Floor Section
Floor Joist Frames (4)
75” x 45 1/2”
Floor Runners (8)
3 1/2” x 72”
Plywood Floor (4)
75” x 45 1/2”
Exploded view of all parts necessary to
complete Floor Section. Identify all parts
prior to starting. Note, Floor Footprint is
182” deep x 141 1/2” wide.
Concrete Pad
(optional foundation method)
Front
Plywood Floor (4)
66 1/2” x 45 1/2”
Floor Joist
Frames (3)
66 1/2” x 45
1/2”
1. Lay out all Floor Joist Frames and Floor
Joists on ground as illustrated above. Position
72” Floor Joists in 75” frames and 63 1/2” Floor
Joists in 66 1/2” frames. Position Joists equally in
Floor Joist Frame. Position Joist so flush with
framing.
Flush
with
framing
Wide Floor Runners (2)
5 1/2” x 56”
Wide Floor Runner (1)
5 1/2” x 70”
Floor Runners (4)
3 1/2” x 38”
Floor Joists (8)
3 1/2” x 63 1/2”
Floor Joists (8)
3 1/2” x 72”
Parts (Steps 1 - 3)
Floor Joists - Large
(1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 72”) x 8
Floor Joists - Small
(1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 63 1/2”) x 8
Floor Joist Frames - Large
(45 1/2” x 75”) x 4
Floor Joist Frames - Small
(45 1/2” x 66 1/2”) x 4
Hardware (Steps 1 - 3)
S1 - 2 1/2” Screws
x 58 total
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2. When correctly positioned, attach each Joist with 4 - 2 1/2” screws (2 per end).
Complete all Floor Frame and Joist connections. You can find the Square Drive Bit for the screws
in with the Hardware Kit Bag.
You can find the
Square Drive Bit
for the screws in
with the Hardware
Kit Bag.
4. Locate Floor Runners and Wide Floor
Runners. Lay out Floor Runners above
Completed Floor Frame section as shown
above. The 3 1/2” wide Floor Runner should be
flush with the edge of the floor frame. 5 1/2” wide
Floor Runner should overhang the edge of the
floor Frame by 2 3/4”. Third set of Floor Runners
should be centered on Floor Frame.
Parts (Steps 4 - 9)
Wide Floor Runners
(1 1/2” x 5 1/2” x 56”) x 2
Wide Floor Runner
(1 1/2” x 5 1/2” x 70”) x 1
Floor Runners
(1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 38”) x 4
Floor Runner
(1 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 72”) x 8
Hardware (Steps 4 - 9)
S1 - 2 1/2” Screws
x 116 total
3. Lay out 75” Floor Frames as shown above. Attach each completed frame to the next with 8 - 2
1/2” screws (24 Total). Once complete assemble 66 1/2” Floor Frames the same way.
Flush
Overhanging
5 1/2”
2 3/4”
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Note: The floor will be flipped over and 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.
Concrete Slab
Foundation
Foundations
5. Attach Floor Runners to Floor Frames with 13 - 2 1/2” screws per completed runner length (39
Total). For Wide Floor Runner use 4 screws in the 56” pieces and 5 screws in the 70” piece. For the
3 1/2” Floor Runner use 5 screws for the 72” pieces and 3 screws for the 38” pieces.
6. With some helpers, flip the floor section over so it rests on your foundation. Wide Floor Runner
should rest in the center of 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.
Wide Floor
Runner
7. Lay out Remaining Floor Runners on second floor frames ( 4x 72” Runners and 2x 38” Runners).
Attach remaining runners with a total of 26 - 2 1/2” screws as per Step 5.
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8. With a helper, flip remaining floor section over onto your foundation. Edge of frame without floor
runner should land on wide floor runner.
Wide Floor
Runner
Edge without
Floor Runner
9. To attach floor sections together attach each 75” Frame to 66 1/2” Frame with 3 - 2 1/2” screws
(36 Total).Use 2 screws on both sides to attach horizontally. On the 66 1/2” Frame side toenail one
screw into the Wide Floor Runner.
10. Position Plywood Floor pieces (8) on
top of completed Floor Joists. Plywood will
sit slightly back from edge of Floor Joist
Framing.
Parts (Steps 10 - 11)
Floor Plywood - Large
(5/8” x 45 1/2” x 75”) x 4
Floor Plywood - Small
(5/8” x 45 1/2” x 66 1/2”) x 4
Hardware (Steps 10 - 11)
S2 - 1 1/4” Screws
x 120 total
75”
45 1/2” 45 1/2”
66 1/2”
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11. With Floor Plywood pieces in position, attach with 1 1/4” screws. Use screws every 16”
(approximately 120 total). The plywood is cut slightly smaller than floor framing. Keep plywood seams
tight.
Hint: Use a chalk
line to mark location
of floor joists to
determine screw
placement.
Important: Check to confirm that your
floor is level prior to proceeding to the
next step of wall assembly.
141 1/2”
182”
Front of Shed
B. Wall Section
Solid Wall Panels (4)
Side Riser Plates (4)
Side Top Plates (6)
Window Wall Panels (4)
Gable Half Walls (4)
Double Window Wall Panels (4)
F&R Riser Plates (4)
F&R Top Plates (6)
Narrow Wall Panel (1)
Door Jamb (1)
Door Header Riser (1)
Door Header w/ Spacers (1)
Drip Edge w/ Bevel Siding (1)
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Solid Wall Panel With
Extra Vertical Studs (1)

Important: Make sure all walls are
aligned in their upright position. If
not ,water may leak into your shed.
Unsure if panel is facing up or
down? check siding on window wall
panel to match alignment.
2x3 Plate of wall panel is
flush with floor frame. Siding
overhangs floor by 1/2”.
Side Wall Panel
Rear of Shed
Rear of Shed
Bottom Wall Plate
12. Starting with Solid Wall Panels, carefully lay
panel face down. Position and attach Wall Plate to
bottom of wall studs of each Wall Panel with 3 - 2
1/2” screws. Position so plates are flush with fram-
ing. Note: Bottom Wall Plates may already be
attached to some Solid Walls.
Important:
Pilot hole ALL 2x3 Wall Studs
with 1/8” drill bit prior to screwing.
This will make it much easier to
attached together.
Pilot
Hole Plate
first.
Parts (Step 12)
Solid Wall Panels
(45 1/2” x 81 3/4”) x 4
Solid Wall Panel - Extra Studs
(45 1/2” x 81 3/4”) x 1
Bottom Wall Plates
(1 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 45 1/2”) x 5
Hardware (Step 12)
S1 - 2 1/2” Screws
x 15 total
13. Starting at Rear Corner, position a Solid Wall
Wall Panel on top of plywood floor. Make sure panel
is facing up. The Side Wall Panels will sit flush with
floor frame with the front and rear panels sandwiched
between them. Note: siding will overhang the floor
by approx. 1/2”.
Parts (Step 13)
Solid Wall Panels
(45 1/2” x 81 3/4”) x 4
Solid Wall Panel - Extra Studs
(45 1/2” x 81 3/4”) x 1
Window Wall Panels
(45 1/2” x 81 3/4”) x 4
Double Window Walls
(45 1/2” x 81 3/4”) x 4
Hardware (Step 13)
S1 - 2 1/2” Screws
x 39 total
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14. Position rear Window Wall Panel into place on plywood floor. Butt both vertical wall studs of side
and rear walls together and attach with 3 - 2 1/2” screws. Screw at the bottom, middle and top of
stud to secure properly.
Optional:
Small bead of
Caulk on wall
frame first.
Rear Window Wall
Side Solid Wall
15. With the corner wall attachment complete, position a Rear Solid Wall Panel With Extra
Vertical Studs so bottom 2x3 wall framing is sitting flush with outside floor frame. Wall siding should
overhang floor by approximately 1/2”. Attach rear wall panel studs together as per Step 14.
2x3 wall framing flush with
outside of floor frame.
16. Position the final Rear Panel on the floor
(Window Wall Panel). Position vertical wall
studs together and attach as per Step 14.
Important: Do not
attach walls to floor
until Step 26
Important: Rear
Center Solid Wall
Panel has 3 studs.
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17. Attach a Double Window Wall Panel in corner. Attach as per Step 14. Start positioning and
securing remaining Double Window Walls. Attach wall studs together as per Step 14.
Important: Pilot
hole studs first.
18. Complete attachment of left side Solid Wall Panels. At the front of the shed, side walls will sit
flush with front floor framing.
Wall panel will sit
flush with floor
framing at front of
shed.
19. Secure remaining two Window Walls to both front corners of shed.
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20. Lineup Narrow Wall so flush with each other on the
outside. Attach Studs together with 3 - 2 1/2” screws as
per Step 14. Note: Narrow Wall is 73” high (9” shorter
than other walls).
Parts (Step 20)
Narrow Wall Panel
(12” x 73”) x 1
Hardware (Step 20)
S1 - 2 1/2” Screws
x 3 total
21. Locate Vertical Door Jamb and position flush
against right wall panel stud. The Jamb is 3 1/2” wide
and will sit flush to outside of wall siding. When posi-
tioned correctly, secure Jamb using 4 - 2 1/2” screws.
Part (Step 21)
Vertical Door Jamb
(1 1/2” x 3 3/8” x 73”)
x 1
Hardware (Step 21)
S1 - 2 1/2” Screws
x 4 total
Door Jamb sits
flush with wall
framing.
22. Position and attach Door Header Riser to
Door Jamb and Narrow Wall Panel top framing.
Header should fit flush with Door Jamb and
Outside of Narrow Wall Siding. Attach with 4 - 2
1/2” screws.
Part (Step 22)
Door Header Riser
(1 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 45 1/2”)
x 1
Hardware (Step 22)
S1 - 2 1/2” Screws
x 4 total
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23. Locate Door Header and Door Header
Spacers. Lineup three pieces together so they
are flush to creater a larger piece, attach with
6 - 2” screws.
Part (Step 23 - 24)
Door Header
(1 1/2” x 7 1/4” x 45 1/2”) x 1
Door Header Spacer
(1/2” x 7 1/4” x 45 1/2”) x 2
Hardware (Step 23 - 24)
S3 - 2” Screws
x 13 total
24. Place assembled Door Header onto Door Header Riser and attach with 7 - 2” screws.
25. Locate Drip Edge with Bevel Siding
attached. Attach to Door Header Spacer with
8 - 1 1/2” Finishing Nails.
Part (Step 25)
Drip Edge w/ Bevel Siding
(45 1/4”) x 1
Hardware (Step 25)
N1 - 1 1/2”
Finishing Nail
x 8 total
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26. When all walls are attached
together, check alignment with the
floor. Bottom wall framing should
sit flush with outside of floor joists.
When positioned correctly, fasten
bottom wall plates to floor using
4 - 2 1/2” screws per wall panel
(54 total). Confirm 32” wide
door opening at bottom.
Bottom Wall
Framing
Important: If walls are not lining
up and appear higher or lower than
each other, please check the level
of your floor. You may need to
make slight adjustments before
proceeding.
Optional: Caulking seams will
help prevent moisture from
entering your shed. Caulking
is included to complete polygal
Windows only. Additional
Caulking may be required.
Caulking
Angle
screws into perimeter
Floor Joists.
32”
Advice: Prior to fastening walls and installing
rafters, take time to confirm your walls are
level, square and plumb.
Measure diagonal at top and bottom of walls
corner-to-corner. This should be approximately
223 1/2”. More importantly, if measurements
are not within 1/4”, your walls are not square.
Adjusting now will make it easier to the roof
section later.
223 1/2”
223 1/2”
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27. Position and attach F & R Riser Plates on
top of Front and Rear Wall Frames. attach with
4 - 2 1/2” screws each. Complete both front and
rear of shed.
Parts (Steps 27)
F&R Riser Plates
(1 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 70 3/4”)
x 4
Hardware (Steps 27)
S1 - 2 1/2” Screws
x 16 total
28. Position and attach Side Riser Plates with
6 - 2” screws per piece. Complete both sides of
shed.
Parts (Steps 28)
Side Riser Plates
(1 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 88 1/2”)
x 4
Hardware (Steps 28)
S3 - 2” Screws
x 24 total
29. Position and attach Front & Rear Top
Plates.There are two pieces with angle cut ends
and one straight piece per side. Attach with 4 - 1
1/4” screws per piece. Complete Front and Rear
Parts (Steps 29)
F&R Top Plates Angle
(3/4” x 2 1/2” x 45”) x 4
F&R Top Plates Straight
(3/4” x 2 1/2” x 51 1/2”) x 2
Hardware (Steps 29)
S2 - 1 1/4” Screws
x 24 total
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30. Position and attach Side Top Plates on Side
Riser Plates. 65 3/4” side plates are on the outside
with the 45 1/2” plate in the center. Angle of Side
Plates should match angle of F&R Top Wall
Plates. Attach each piece with 4 - 1 1/4” screws.
Complete both sides of shed.
Parts (Steps 30)
Side Top Plates
(3/4” x 2 1/2” x 45 1/2”) x 2
(3/4” x 2 1/2” x 65 3/4”) x 4
Hardware (Steps 30)
S2 - 1 1/4” Screws
x 24 total
Top and Side
plates flush
31. Locate Triangular Gable Half Walls for both
sides of shed. Align framing and wall siding lap
together. Screw center wall framing of each piece
together with 4 - 2 1/2” screws. Note: Prior to
attaching, try each combination of Gables for best
fit.Tip of Gables are separate pieces that need to be
attached on in Step 32.
Parts (Steps 31-32)
Gable Half Walls x 4
Hardware (Steps 31-32)
S1 - 2 1/2” Screws
x 8 total
S3 - 2” Screws
x 8 total
Male / Female Gable
Siding Overlap
Gable End tucked inside
Gable.
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