Remodeling

[R. J.]

Today it hit 90*. I worked on another root system from an oak tree. 7 AM to 9 AM. Then from 3 PM to 8 PM I framed the outside of the sheds base. All the 4"x 4" pressure treated lumber I had. It was free. I was told today that I should have my new shed delivered by the middle of next week.

 

[Kenny Ray]

seems like it's that time of the year I went with a seatrain for my backyard shed. and I am working on my BBQ Shack today.
As soon as the sun comes up I will be out there. this is an older photo I'm working on a cover for it now.

 

[R. J.]

Today it was only 60*. Just right for working outside. Yesterday it was 88*. I finished framing the sheds floor base today. I put 9 concrete 7 inch long anchors 3 on each end and 3 in the middle. I done this so when the shed is lowered down and slid onto the base/platform so it doesn't move/lift. Tomorrow I'm going to lay the 2"x 8"x 38" long pressure treated boards. They was already cut to 38"s. They was given to me.

 

[87kawzl]

I'm finding some garage space in the unfinished basement 28'-9" deep X 27'-6" wide. I can only install a single 9X7 door (where man door is now) on the left because the septic tank is in front of where the second door would go. The idea is to have my project Firebird across the back, bikes benches and toolboxes to the right and my old Mustang use the door parking spot.

The space is under an addition so there are block walls all around. It was a catch all storage and you know how that can get. Time to clear things out.

I need to:

add a couple of lights, fireproof and seal all the gang boxes and get the circuits right for the proper switches and door opener

insulation, added 2" rigid foam with expanding foam around the rim joist then add R29 batts in the floor joists

5/8" X rated drywall and tape the ceiling including building out a couple of bulkheads.

I will need to fill the cells of the block per the engineering spec and add an LVL beam

Outside...redo a small wall and walkway with some steps then make the driveway path and some finish concrete work at the garage entrance, take care of some drainage issues around the back side of the house.

Pretty big little project for me. Still saving for my detached garage.

 

[R. J.]

Nice planning. . Their is no such thing as too much lighting. I'm planning on putting 12 4 foot long 5,500 lumen LED shop lights in my new shed. My new 12'x 20' alluminium shed is to be delivered April 20 th.

 

[R. J.]

Today I had my pre-ship inspection for my 12'x 20'x 7' shed. I paid extra for 16" on center flooring joists and a cut out on the center of the back wall for an A/C unit. Total cost $5,100 delivered. It comes with a 10 year warranty. I was going to build my own shed but having https://www.superiorsheds.com/locations/superior-sheds-retail-orange-city/ build it saved me $2,500. __________________________

 

[R. J.]

Between all the rain and heat I got most of my sheds base/foundation done. The base is 20 feet long and 7 feet 3 inches wide. The sheds skid runners are 3 1/2"x 3 1/2" x 20' long. They are 7 feet apart. The 2"x 4" floor joists are 19 inchs apart. The 2"x 8" planks are 38 inches long. Underneath the floors frame are 15 patio blocks. The 6 outer blocks and the 3 middle ones have 1/2"x 7" long concrete anchor bolts. The only things that I had to pay for was 6 patio blocks, 9 anchor bolts, 84 anchor plates/brackets and a large box of 3 1/2" decking screws. Total cost for materials $176.

 

[R. J.]

In between all the rain today I finished my sheds base/platform.

 

[R. J.]

While waiting on my shed I put a bump stop at the end and a red flag on each corner to make things easier for when the shed is sat in place.

 

[R. J.]

My new 12'x 20'x 7' alluminium shed was delivered this morning at 8 AM. Total cost $5,100. I found out today that the shed has a 20 year warranty.

 

[87kawzl]

Looks great, on to some ac install and load it up!

 

[R. J.]

The hole for the A/C unit is already done. It's 21"x 13", 4 feet from the sheds floor and centered on the back wall. I bought a GE window A/C model # AKQ06LZ. 6,000 BTUs. The shed is 240 square ft and the A/C unit is for a 250 square foot room. A/C cost $220. While I'm doing the insides electrical, lighting, insulation, sheeting, shelves, floor and paint I'll run an extension cord for the A/C. I checked the temp in the shed with door closed at 11 AM and it's 110*. No way am I working in that kind of heat. I already have all the materials to do the inside. Cost about $2,800.

 

[2manybikes]

Looking good R.J., does this mean your wife gets the garage back?

 

[R. J.]

That's my plan.

 

[Silverider]

RJ,
That is fantastic. You are going to have a great space there.

 

[R. J.]

Thanks. Today I'm going to unload all the materials from my trailer and put it all in the shed.

 

[87kawzl]

About a billion and a half into materials so far, damn pandemic, $3.78 for a 2"x2"x8' stick . Waterheater moved, electrical circuits fixed the way I want, switch control instead of pull cords on back row of lights, motion sensor on front row. Added outlet for opener, new outdoor outlet and moved/added switch locations where the door will be. Putty pads on all ceiling electrical boxes and insulation is 75%. Started framing for the bulkheads to minimize ceiling penetrations. Tonight will be finishing insulation and bulkheads for drywall install on Wednesday.

 

[R. J.]

Nice. Ya they blame everything on the cone head virus. A pressure treated 2"x4"x 8' coast $8. 3/4" pressure treated plywood is now $75 a sheet. Last year it was $45. You should see some savings on your electric bill from insulating the basement ceiling.

 

[R. J.]

Today I done a few things to my new shed. I added a pad lock hasp and lock. A safety stay chain to keep the 60 inch front door open on the outside of the shed along with a S.S. eye hook. I had to put a longer chain on the inside safety stay chain at the top of the door. I test fitted the G.E. window A/C unit. Also I had to fabracate a plate for on the back of the pad lock hasp because the door has a foam insert instead of plywood. _________

 

[2manybikes]

I'm glad I dont work for you or R.J., you guys are too ambitious! + 1 on the ceiling insulation, you should notice a difference. Looks like some past or present moisture issues in the back left corner. Not sure what your plans are for the block walls but Behr makes a latex based product with sand mixed in that does a good job. Messy PITA to apply with a 3/4" nap roller but worth it. Even in its less than reflective cured state, the difference in light reflected as opposed to absorbed is astonidhing. That wooden step ladder would make some good kindling!