10x12 Shed with Hip Roof - Free DIY Plans

This step by step diy project is about simple 10×12 shed with hip roof plans. This is beautiful shed you can build in any garden, because it has a distinctive design and one of the most common sizes. This shed features a 4′ front door and a side window. You can make adjustments and add more windows or build the front door double. 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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10×12 Shed with Hip Roof – Free DIY Plans

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A – 3 pieces of 6×6 lumber – 12′ long SKIDS
B – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 12′ long, 10 pieces – 117″ long FLOOR FRAME
C – 2 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 48″x96″ long, 1 piece – 48″x48″ long, 1 piece – 24″x96″ long, 1 piece – 24″x48″ long FLOOR
D – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 113″ long, 1 piece – 120″ long, 8 pieces – 88″ long, 4 pieces – 14 3/4″ long, 4 pieces – 26 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 36″ long, 4 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 39″ long SIDE WALL WITH WINDOW
E – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 113″ long, 1 piece – 120″ long, 9 pieces – 88″ long SIDE WALL
F – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 144″ long, 1 piece – 137″ long, 12 pieces – 88″ long BACK WALL
G – 1 piece of 2×4 lumber – 144″ long, 1 piece – 137″ long, 2 pieces – 48″ long, 10 pieces – 88″ long, 4 pieces – 4″ long, 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 51″ long, 2 pieces – 78 1/2′ long FRONT WALL
H – 10 pieces of 5/8″ T1-11 siding sheets – 48″x96″ long, 2 pieces – 24″x96″ long, 1 piece – 16″x48″ long SIDING
H – 2 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 12′ long, 4 pieces – 10′ PLATES

3 pieces of 6×6 lumber – 12′
2 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 12′
4 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 10′
2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 12′
13 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 10′
4 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 4’x8′
5 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 12′
6 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 10′
45 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8′
12 pieces of T1-11 siding sheets – 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: 10×12 Shed with a Hip Roof Plans
PART 2: 10×12 Hip Roof Shed Plans

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

10×12 Shed with a 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. Measure the diagonals and make adjustments if needed.

Select the location for the shed and level the ground. Pour and compact a thick 5″ layer of gravel.

Fitting the skids

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.

Floor sheets – 10×12 storage shed

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.

Front-wall-frame-10×12-shed

Use 2×4 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 double 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 double header with a piece of 1/2″ plywood between them. You can adjust the 4′ wide door to suit your needs.

Back wall frame – 10×12 shed

Next, frame the back wall for the 10×12 shed using 2×4 lumber. Drill pilot holes through the plates and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the studs. Place the studs every 16″ on center. Place double studs at both ends of the wall frame. Use 1/2″ plywood between the double studs.

Side wall frame - 10x16 shed for storage

Side wall frame – 10×16 shed for storage

Frame the plain side wall using the info in the diagram and 2x4s.

Side-wall-with-window-frame

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 double plates. You can frame windows to both sides of the shed, if you want more light inside.

Assembling the frame of the 10x12 hip roof shed

Assembling the frame of the 10×12 hip roof 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.

Top plates – 10×12 shed

Use 4×4 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 - 10x12 hip roof shed

Fitting the top plates – 10×12 hip roof 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.

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.

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.

Back and side siding sheets

Fit the siding sheets to the back of the shed. Use 8d nails to secure the sheets into place tightly.

How to build a 10×12 hip roof shed

Take a look over PART 2 of the 10×12 shed project, so you learn how to build the hip roof. Also, you can see my full shed collection of plans here.

10×12 Hip Roof Shed Plans

This 10×12 shed is beautiful, sturdy and it has a lot of room for storage. You can add a man door to one side of the shed, for an easy access if you want to use it as a workshop. You can make a lot of adjustments and customize it to suit your needs. Please take a look over the rest of my woodworking plans, because I have over 1500 free designs.

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