8×12 Firewood Shed Plans

This step by step diy project is about 8×12 firewood shed plans. This shed can hold up to 4 cords of wood, so it is medium sized. This shed features a large opening and a generous overhang to the front. All the other sides of the shed are enclosed with siding sheet. The floor boards have 1″ gaps between them so the air can flow freely and dry the firewood. My plans come with step by step drawings and with a complete cut / shopping list. Make sure you read the local codes and make adjustments if necessary. Take a look over the rest of my woodworking plans, if you want to get more building inspiration. Premium Plans available for this project in the Shop.

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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Free 8×12 Firewood Shed Plans

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Cut & Shopping Lists

• A – 32 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 96″ long FLOOR
• B – 4 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 144″ long SKIDS
• C – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 144″ long, 1 piece – 137″ long, 12 pieces – 75 1/2″ long BACK WALL
• D – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 89″ long, 1 piece – 96″ long, 7 pieces – 75 1/2″ long 2xSIDE WALL
• E – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 32″ long, 1 piece – 137″ long, 1 piece – 144″ long, 8 pieces – 75 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 70″ long, 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 83″ long FRONT WALL
• F – 9 pieces of T1-11 siding – 48″x81 1/2″ long, 1 piece – 48″x8 1/2″ long SIDING

• 4 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 12′
• 75 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8′
• 5 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 12′
• 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8′
• 9 pieces of 5/8″ T1-11 siding
• 8d galvanized screws
• 3 1/2″ screws
• rafter ties
• wood glue, stain/paint, wood filler

Tools

 Hammer, Tape measure, Framing square, Level

 Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander

 Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses

Time

One week

Related

• PART 1: 8×12 Firewood Shed Plans
• PART 2: 8×12 Firewood Shed Roof Plans

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Building a 8×12 firewood shed

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First of all you have to assemble the floor frame for the firewood shed. Use 4×4 lumber for the skids and then attach 2×4 boards. Use a 1″ spacer between the boards to create even gaps. Align the edges flush and drill pilot holes. Insert 2 1/2″ screws to secure the boards into place tightly. Make sure the diagonals are equal and check if the corners are right angled.

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Use 2×4 lumber for the back wall frame. Cut the studs at 75 1/2″ and then secure them to the plates with 3 1/2″ screws or nails. Place the studs every 16″ on center and make sure the corners are square. Use double studs at both ends of the wall frame.

Side-wall-frame-for-8×12-shed

Assemble the side walls in the same manner described above. Measure the diagonals of the wall and make sure they are perfectly equal.

Front-wall-frame-for-8×12-wood-shed

Building the front wall is a more complex job, as you need to frame the door opening. In addition, you need to fit the double header to the top of the opening. Build the header from 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber and 1/2″ plywood. Glue the components of the header together and insert screws to lock everything tightly.

Assembling the shed frame – 8×12 firewood shed

Fit the frames to the floor of the shed. Align the edges flush and make sure the corners are square. In addition, use a spirit level to make sure the walls are plumb. Drill pilot holes through the bottom plates and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the floor of the 8×12 shed. Don’t forget to lock the adjacent walls together, as well.

Side wall panels – 8×12 shed

Use 5/8″ T1-11 siding sheets for the side walls. Align the edges flush and leave no gaps between the sheets. Insert 8d nails, every along the framing.

Front wall siding – 8×12 firewood shed

Fit the sheets to the front of the 4 cord firewood shed and make the cuts around the opening.

Back wall siding sheets – 8×12 shed

Attach the siding sheets to the back of the shed. Align the edges flush and insert 8d galvanized nails to secure the sheets to the wall frames. Align everything with attention and insert the nails every 8″ along the studs.

8×12 Firewood Shed Plans – front view

This is a medium sized firewood shed that features an elegant look an a super sturdy framing. The shed has a gable roof and a large front opening for an easy access inside. This is a simple shed for wood storage, but not necessarily the cheapest. I have lots of firewood shed plans, so make sure you check them all before starting the project.

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This is a beautiful and simple 8×12 shed that can be built with a small budget and  hold up to 4 cords of wood. The conservative design makes it ideal for any household because it will actually add value and be an attraction point of the garden. Don’t forget to take a look over PART 2 of the project, so you learn how to build the roof for the shed. If you build these, I would love to see your project. You should also take a look over the 3 cord saltbox wood shed plans, for an alternative design.

This woodworking project was about 8×12 shed 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. Premium Plans available for this project in the Shop.

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