Synopses & Reviews
Written with the do-it-yourselfer in mind, Barns, Sheds & Outbuildings gives readers the information they need to plan, build, and finish a utility building. This revised and expanded edition presents a variety of buildings, from the simplest garden shed to a huge gambrel dairy barn to a backyard artist's studio. Part One begins with design and planning information to help potential builders locate their building, decide on its design, and decode architectural plans and building codes. Individual chapters detail the basics: building foundations, from simple shed foundations to poured concrete slabs; framing walls and roofs, including long sections on pole buildings and old-fashioned timber-framing techniques; and closing in the framing, including all types of roofing and siding as well as door and window installation. Other chapters cover the basic wiring and plumbing needs of barns, as well as options for interior and exterior finish work. Part Two presents 12 design concepts, with photographs and detail views, of various buildings that readers can build.
Synopsis
Ultimate Guide to Barns, Sheds and OutbuildingsBARNS, SHEDS & OUTBUILDINGS provides everything you need to improve your property by adding a new barn or outbuilding. You will find a mix of design inspiration and practical information to help you complete your project.
Over 850 photographs and illustrations to aid in the design, placement, and construction of your building
More than 60 detailed step-by-step photo sequences to guide you through the construction process
Special design section that features barns, garages, and other structures
Synopsis
Supplies all the information to plan, build, and finish a utility building. Includes 12 design concepts and 538 color photos.
Synopsis
Supplies all the information to plan, build, and finish a utility building.
About the Author
John D. Wagner is the award-winning author of eight books, including the Creative Homeowner books House Framing and Drywall. John resides in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Clayton DeKorne, former editor of Tools of the Trade and The Journal of Light Construction, is a freelance carpenter and writer. Clayton lives in Burlington, Vermont.
Table of Contents
Ultimate Guide to Barns, Sheds, and Outbuildings Table of Contents
Part 1Construction.......8
Introduction........9
Chapter 1Planning the Project..................12Building Permits & Codes.........13Design Guide............................14Construction Drawings..............17Understanding Blueprints...........18Evaluate the Site........................20Power to the Site.......................23Ideas for Barns, Sheds & Outbuildings..........24
Chapter 2Tools & Materials......................20Tools.........................................27Ladders, Scaffolds & Fall Protection.............32Lumber......................................34Plywood & Panel Products.........38Fasteners....................................40
Chapter 3Building Foundations...................42Foundation Types.......................43Preparing the Site........................44Working with Concrete...............48Concrete Footings......................50Concrete Slabs...........................52Piers & Posts.............................54Wall Foundations.......................56Skid & Trench Foundations........57
Chapter 4Framing Basics...........................58Framing Systems........................59Structural Loads.........................60Floor Framing............................62Installing the Subfloor.................66Openings for Stairs....................67Wall Framing.............................68Windows & Doors....................72Rib Construction for Sheds........73Pole Framing.............................74Setting Poles..............................76Wall & Roof Framing.................78Timber-Frame Construction.......82Sheds from Kits.........................87Stair Construction......................88Ideas for Barns, Sheds & Outbuildings........90
Chapter 5Framing for Roofs..................... 94Types of Roofs..........................95Roofing Measurements..............96Gable Framing...........................98Framing the Gable End..............101Installing Gable-End Overhang Rafters.....101Finishing the Overhang...............102Shed Roofs...............................103Roof Trusses.............................104Gambrel Roofs..........................106
Chapter 6Weatherproofing........................108Wall Sheathing...........................109Vertical Siding............................110Horizontal Siding........................114Metal Roofing............................116Roof Sheathing...........................119Roof Flashing.............................120Roofing Materials.......................122Installing Doors..........................126Installing Windows.....................132Adding Ventilation.....................135Ideas for Barns, Sheds & Outbuildings....138
Chapter 7Wiring & Plumbing.....................140Basic Wiring..............................141Working with Wire & Cable......143Receptacles & Switches............145Setting Up Service.....................146Wiring Layouts..........................147Running Cable...........................148Outdoor Cable..........................150Installing Plumbing.....................154Working with Pipe.....................156Roughing-In Plumbing................159Sinks & Toilets..........................160Utility Faucet Valves..................162
Chapter 8Finishing Your Building...............164Storage Systems.........................165Stalls & Partitions.......................166Adding Living Space...................168Drywall Basics............................170Trimwork Basics.........................171Paint & Stain...............................174Ideas for Barns, Sheds & Outbuildings.....176
Part 2Plans & Designs...........................180
Chapter 9Outbuilding Designs......................181Case Studies................................181Garden Tool Shed........................183Backyard Storage Shed................186Gambrel Shed...............................189All-Purpose Garage.......................192Livestock Barn..............................195Artist's Studio................................199Pole Barn......................................202Three-Bay Garage.........................205Gambrel Barn................................208Timber-Frame Garage...................211Shed-Roof Shed............................215Attached Shed...............................217Gable-Roof Shed...........................221Barn-Style Shed.............................224How to Order Plans.......................227Garage Plans..................................228 Resource Guide..............................230
Glossary.........................................232
Credits...........................................235
Index..............................................236
Metric Equivalents...........................239