12x12 Hip Roof Shed - Free DIY Plans

This step by step diy project is about simple 12×12 shed with hip roof plans. I had lots of request for a 12×12 shed with a hip roof, so here is my take for this project. This shed features a 32″ wide door to the front and a side window. You can easily adjust the dimensions of the doors and windows. Make sure you read the local codes so you can comply with the legal requirements. Take a look over the rest of my woodworking plans, if you want to get more building inspiration.

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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Cut & Shopping Lists

A – 3 pieces of 6×6 lumber – 12′ long SKIDS
B – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 12′ long, 10 pieces – 141″ long FLOOR FRAME
C – 3 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 48″x96″ long, 3 pieces – 48″x48″ long FLOOR
D – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 133″ long, 10 pieces – 88″ long, 6 pieces – 39″ long, 4 pieces – 4″ long, 4 pieces – 37″ long, 2 pieces – 36″ long SIDE WALL WITH WINDOW
E – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 133″ long, 10 pieces – 88″ long SIDE WALL
F – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 144″ long, 14 pieces – 88″ long BACK WALL
G – 1 piece of 2×6 lumber – 144″ long, 10 pieces – 88″ long, 2 pieces – 56″ long, 2 pieces – 78 1/2″ long, 3 pieces – 35″ long, 4 pieces – 4″ long FRONT WALL
H – 12 pieces of 5/8″ T1-11 siding sheets – 48″x96″ long, 2 pieces – 24″x96″ long, 2 pieces – 16″x48″ long SIDING
H – 5 pieces of 6×6 lumber – 12′ long PLATES

8 pieces of 6×6 lumber – 12′
17 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 12′
60 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8′
1 piece of 1/2″ plywood – 4’x8′
5 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 4’x8′
12 pieces of T1-11 siding – 4’x8′
2 1/2″ screws, 3 1/2″ screws, 1 5/8″ screws
4d 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

PART 1: 12×12 Shed with a Hip Roof Plans
PART 2: 12×12 Hip Roof Shed Plans

It’s that simple to build a shed with a hip roof – Video!

12×16 Shed with Hip Roof Plans

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The first step of the project is to build the floor frame. Cut the joists from 2×6 lumber, as shown in the diagram. Drill pilot holes and insert 3 1/2″ screws. Place the joists every 16″ on center and make sure the corners are square. Align the edges flush.

Fitting the skids – 12×12 shed

Fit 6×6 skids to the floor frame . Use rafter ties to secure the skids to the floor frame. The skids lifts the floor frame from the ground to protect it from moisture. Alternatively, you can use footings and posts for the shed or cider blocks.

Floor sheets – 12×12 hip shed floor

Use 3/4″ plywood sheets for the floor. Cut all the sheets at the right dimensions and then lay them on the floor frame. Align the edges flush and leave no gaps between the sheets. Drill pilot holes and insert 1 5/8″ screws every 8″ along the framing. Invest in tongue and groove plywood for best results.

Building the wall frames

Front-wall-frame—12×12-shed

Use 2×6 lumber for the plates and studs. Cut the components at the right dimensions, as shown in the plans. Drill pilot holes through the plates and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the studs. Place the studs every 16″ on center. Use triple studs at both ends of the wall frame. Frame the door opening and adjust the size to suit your needs. Use 2×6 lumber for the triple header.

If you want to let more natural light inside the garden shed, you can frame windows to the wall. Fit 1/2″ plywood blockings between the triple studs. Build the triple header from 2x6s glued together two two pieces of 1/2″ plywood.

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Back-wall-frame—12×12-shed-with-hip-roof

Next, frame the back wall for the 12×12 garden shed using 2×6 lumber. Drill pilot holes through the plates and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the studs. Place the studs every 16″ on center.

Side-wall-frame-for-12×12-hip-roof-shed

Frame the plain side wall using 2×6 studs and plates. Make sure the corners are square and place the studs every 16″ on center.

Side-wall-frame-for-12×12-shed

Frame the opposite side wall and include a window. You can adjust the size of the window to suit your needs. Use 2×6 lumber for the triple plates. You can frame windows to both sides of the shed or to no side of the shed. You can also change the size of the window to suit your needs,

Assembling the frame of the shed

Fit the wall frames to the floor of the shed. Align the edges flush and plumb the walls vertically. Drill pilot holes through the bottom plates and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the floor frame. In addition, lock the adjacent walls together tightly with 3 1/2″ screws. Make sure the corners are square.

Plates

Use 6×6 lumber for the shed top rails. Use a circular saw to make parallel cuts inside the marked areas. Remove the excess with a chisel and smooth the surface with sandpaper.

Fitting the top plates – 12×12 garden shed

Fit the rails to the top of the garden shed. Align the edges flush and lock the rails together tightly. Make sure the corners are square. drill pilot holes and insert 5 1/2″ screws from underneath into the plates.

Fitting the siding sheets

Side wall with window – siding sheets

Use 5/8″ siding T1-11 siding sheets for the exterior walls. Make cuts around the window opening and align the edges flush. Insert 8d nails, every 8″ along the framing.

Side and back wall siding sheets

Fit the siding sheets to the other side of the shed and to the back of the shed (they are identical).

Front wall siding sheets – 12×12 shed

Make the cuts so you can fit the panels around the door opening. Align the edges flush and insert 8d nails, every 8″ along the framing.

Finishing touches

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Take a look over PART 2 of the 12×12 shed project, so you learn how to build the hip roof and how to frame the front door.

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This 12×12 garden shed is not just a storage building for the backyard, but also a design statement through which you say boldly that you have good taste. Please take a look over the rest of my woodworking plans, because I have over 1500 free designs.

12×12 Shed with a Hip Roof – dimensions

12×12 shed with hip roof plans

Building a 12×12 shed with a hip roof is a great way to add a touch of style and plenty of storage space to your backyard. The 12×12 size gives you a nice, square layout that’s versatile enough for anything from storing tools and lawn equipment to setting up a small workshop or hobby space.

The hip roof adds a bit of architectural flair, giving the shed a more polished, finished look that complements any yard. Plus, that hip roof design also means better drainage and wind resistance, making your shed as durable as it is attractive. It’s a solid project that brings both function and style to your outdoor space.

12×12 Shed with Hip Roof – free plans

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12×12 Hip Roof Shed – Free DIY Plans