Shed Door Construction

This step by step diy project is about 12×16 shed door and trims plans. This is PART 3 of the garden shed project, where I show you everything you want to know about framing the door and fitting the trims. Take a look over the rest of my woodworking plans, if you want to get more building inspiration. Remember that you need to select the site for the shed with attention and that you have to comply with a few legal regulations.

When buying the lumber, you should select the planks with great care, making sure they are straight and without any visible flaws (cracks, knots, twists, decay). Investing in cedar or other weather resistant lumber is a good idea, as it will pay off on the long run. Use a spirit level to plumb and align the components, before inserting the galvanized screws, otherwise the project won’t have a symmetrical look. If you have all the materials and tools required for the project, you could get the job done in about a day. See all my Premium Plans HERE.

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Shed Door Construction

Building a 12×16 shed with hip roof

Cut & Shopping Lists

• P – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 80″ long, 1 piece – 79″ long JAMBS
• R – 1 piece of T1-11 siding – 36″x80″ long, 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 36″ long, 1 piece – 29″ long, 2 pieces – 73″ long long 2xDOOR
• S – 8 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 96″ long, 6 pieces – 36″ long, 4 pieces – 31″ long, 2 pieces – 43″ long TRIMS

• 10 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8′
• 13 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 8′
• shed hinges
• 2 1/2″ screws, 3 1/2″ screws, 1 5/8″ screws
• 4d nails, 16d nails, 6d nails
• wood filler , wood glue, stain/paint

Tools

 Hammer, Tape measure, Framing square, Level

 Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander

 Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses

Time

 One day

Related

• PART 1: 12×16 Shed Plans 
• PART 2: 12×16 Shed Roof Plans
• PART 3: 12×16 Shed Doors Plans

Building a door for a 12×16 hip roof shed

Fitting the door jambs – diy 12×16 shed

First of all, you need to build the door jambs. Cut the jambs from 2×4 lumber and attach them around the opening. Make sure the edges are flush, drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws.

Double doors – 12×16 shed

Build the door panels from T1-11 siding and the trims from 2×4 lumber. Assemble the door frame with pocket screws. Align the trims flush with the door panels and secure them together with glue and 1 5/8″ screws. Use the pieces that you have cut out when installing the siding sheets, for the door panels.

Fitting the double doors – 12×16 Storage Shed

Fit the door to the front opening and secure them to the jambs with hinges. Also install a latch to secure the front door tightly. Check of the doors open and close properly, before you continue the project.

Front wall window trims

Fit the window to the opening and then install the decorative 1×4 trims. Use 2″ nails to secure the trims into place tightly.

Corner trims – 12×16 storage shed

Check out PART 1 and PART 2 of the project, where I show you how to build the frame and the roof for the hip shed.

12×16 Shed with Hip Roof Plans – side view

This shed is sturdy or heavy duty. You can call it both ways, but be sure that the 2×6 wall framing will make it stand out the bad weather.

12×16 Shed with Hip Roof Plans

I hope you enjoyed my tutorial on how to build a 12×16 hip shed. This shed is super easy to build and it is also beautiful, so you can add some charm to your garden. Make sure you check out all my woodworking plans HERE.

This woodworking project was about 12×16 shed door and trims plans. If you want to see more outdoor plans, check out the rest of our step by step projects and follow the instructions to obtain a professional result.

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