8×8 Gambrel Shed Plans

This step by step diy project is about 8×8 gambrel shed plans. This is a small shed with a gambrel roof. If you need storage space for your backyard, but you want to do it with style, this is the shed to consider. The shed featured double doors to the front and decorative trims. Make sure you check the local codes and make adjustments to the plans, if required. 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. See all my Premium Plans HERE.

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8×8 Gambrel Shed Plans

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Cut List

• A – 3 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 96″ long SKIDS
• B – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 96″ long, 7 pieces – 93″long FLOOR
• C – 2 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 48″x96″ long FLOORING
• D – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 96″ long, 1 piece – 89″ long, 9 pieces – 75″ long 2xSIDE WALL
• E – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8 1/2″ long, 1 piece – 96″ long, 1 piece – 89″ long, 4 pieces – 75″ long, 2 pieces – 69 1/2″ long, 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 75″ long FRONT WALL
• F – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 89″ long, 1 piece – 96″ long, 7 piece – 75″ long BACK WALL
• G – 8 pieces of T1-11 siding – 81″ long EXTERIOR WALLS

Shopping List

• 3 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 8′
• 11 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8′
• 42 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8′
• 2 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 4’x8′
• 8 pieces of T1-11 siding – 4’x8′
• 6d nails, 2 1/2″ screws, 3 1/2″ screws
• 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 week

Related

• PART 1: 8×8 Gambrel Shed Plans
• PART 2: 8×8 Gambrel Shed Roof Plans
• PART 3: 8×8 Shed Door Plans

How to build a 8×8 gambrel shed

Building-the-floor-frame

The first step of the project is to build the floor frame. Cut the components at the right dimensions and then lay them on a level surface. Use 2×6 lumber for the joists. Drill pilot holes through the rim joists and then insert 3 1/2″ screws into the perpendicular beams. Place the joists every 16″ on center, as in the diagram. Check if the corners are right angled for a professional result.

Fitting the skids

Fit 4×4 skids under the floor frame. Align the edges and use rafter ties to secure the skids to the frame of the floor. Select the right location for the shed and then remove the vegetation layer. Compact a thick layer of gravel and make sure the surface is level.

Floor sheets

Fit the 2 pieces of 3/4″ plywood to the floor frame. Align the edges flush and insert 1 5/8″ screws, every 8″ along the framing.

Building the shed walls

Assembling-the-front-wall-frame

Continue the project by assembling the front wall frame. Use 2×4 lumber for the front wall frame. Use 2×6 lumber for the double header. Drill pilot holes through the plates and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the studs. Make sure the corners are square and align the edges flush. Build a double header for the door from 2×4 lumber and 1/2″ plywood. You can adjust the size of the door opening to suit your needs.

Side-wall-frame

Build the frame for the side walls from 2×4 lumber. Cut the components from 2×4 lumber at the right dimensions. Drill pilot holes through the plates and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the studs. Make sure the corners are square and place the studs every 16″ on center. Place double studs at both ends of the wall frames.

Back-wall-frame

Build the back wall for the shed using the same techniques described above and the information from the diagram.

Assembling the shed wall framing

Assembling the shed frame

Fit the wall frames to the floor of the shed. Align the edges with attention and plumb the walls with a spirit level. Drill pilot holes through the bottom plates and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the floor. Lock the adjacent walls together tightly using 3 1/2″ screws.

Front siding panels

Fit the sheets to the front of the shed. As you can see in the diagram, you need to make the cuts so you create the door opening.

Side panels

Fit the T1-11 siding panels to the sides and to the back of the shed. Align the edges with attention and leave no gaps between the sheets. Insert 6-8d nails every 8″ along the framing.

8×8 Gambrel Shed Plans

You should check out PART 2 of the project, so you learn how to build the gambrel shed. Check out PART 3 of the project so you learn how to build the double doors and how to fit the decorative trims.

8×8 Gambrel Shed Plans – Back view

I have lots of other shed projects on the site so I recommend you to browse through all alternatives before starting the building project. See all my shed projects HERE. If you want to get this project as a PDF file with 1 full cut list and 1 full shopping list, please take a look over the GET PDF PLANS button bellow.

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