Building A Base For Lifetime Shed

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Building a base for lifetime shed.

Using a shed paver foundation ensures your new outbuilding is on a stable level surface. A foundation of pavers sits on leveled exposed ground or a sand base. Easily pair this foundation with any of lifetimes 8 ft. Pavers are great on flat ground for smaller sheds of wood metal or plastic construction with or without a floor.

It comes in an easy do it yourself assembly package that includes 1 foundation frame and all required hardware for the assembly. Depending on the size of your shed you have a lot of soil to remove. They provide a solid flat base upon which to build or set a shed and evenly support the floor. This foundation is constructed of 16 gauge galvanized steel and built for corrosion resistance durability and strength.

Lay out the area set posts and assemble the foundation step 1 pick a spot for your shed that s close to level and doesn t collect water. Consider the following options. A concrete slab will support the most weight and provide the best long term performance. Pavers also prefer a gravel base but can go straight on flat level ground.

Building a shed foundation can take a long time and it can be difficult to make sure that the foundation is level all throughout the project but a few simple tricks can help. Using pavers places the entry close to or on the ground so good for riding lawn mowers or quads. To secure the shed simply dyna bolt the shed down to the pavers. Item 551125 model 1887153 at lowes.

Finally it s time to add in the. Grab a shovel a pair of gloves and a wheelbarrow to haul away the extra soil. Pavers fit together tightly allowing you to create a sturdy base for your shed. Then place some plastic down to help waterproof your shed then lay your pavers on top.

We made it for a rubbermaid roughneck 7x7 storage shed. Plus they are durable and relatively inexpensive letting you get top quality results without breaking the bank. All you need to do is put some gravel or brickies sand down and level off the area. Phase two break out the shovel getting started.

Talk with a local building inspector about the foundation requirements for your area and shed. The bigger the paver the heavier it is but the fewer you need.