16x20 Shed Plans | MyOutdoorPlans (2024)

This step by step diy project is about16×20 gableshedplans. I have designed this 16×20 storage shed, so you can add extra space in your backyard for storing tools, furniture and other items. This shed is easy to build and it has a gable roof. The double shed doors will help you have a great access to the shed. Take a look over the rest of mywoodworking 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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16×20 Shed Plans

Cut & Shopping Lists

• A – 6 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 240″ long SKIDS
• B – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 240″ long, 16 pieces – 189″ long FLOOR FRAME
• C– 8pieces of 3/4″ plywood– 48″x96″ long, 4pieces – 48″x48″ longFLOOR
• D– 1piece of 2×4 lumber – 192″ long, 1piece – 185″ long, 2 pieces – 56 1/2″ long, 8 pieces – 91 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 86″ long, 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 75″ longFRONT WALL
• E– 2pieces of 2×4 lumber – 240″ long, 1piece – 233″ long, 15pieces – 91 1/2″ long, 6 pieces – 32 1/2″ long, 4 pieces – 36″ long, 6 pieces – 12″ long, 8 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 39″ longSIDE WALL WITH WINDOW
• F– 2piece of 2×4 lumber – 240″ long, 1piece – 233″ long, 13pieces – 91 1/2″ longSIDE WALL
• G– 2piece of 2×4 lumber – 185″ long, 1piece – 192″ long, 9pieces – 91 1/2″ longBACKWALL
• H– 18 pieces of T1-11 5/8″ siding– 48″x96″ longSIDING

• 6pieces of 4×4 lumber – 20′
• 2pieces of 2×6 lumber – 20′
• 16 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 16′
• 10pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 48″x96″
• 6pieces of 2×4 lumber – 20′
• 6 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 16′
• 53pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8′
• 6pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8′
• 18 pieces of T1-11 5/8″ siding – 4’x8′
• 2 1/2″ screws, 3 1/2″ screws, 1 5/8″ screws
• 4d nails, 16d 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: 16×20 Gable Shed Plans
• PART 2: 16×20Gable Shed Plans
• PART 3: Double Shed Doors Plans

How to build a 16×20 shed floor and wall frames

First of all, you need to build the frame for the floor. Cut the components at the right dimensions from 2×6 lumber. Align the edges flush and make sure the corners are square. Drill pilot holes through the rim joists and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the joists. Place the joists every 16″ on center for a professional result.

Attach 4×4 skids to the floor frame. Place the skids equally spaced and use screws or hardware to lock them together tightly. The skids will lift the floor from the ground and this will protect the components from moisture.

Attach 3/4″ plywood sheets to the floor frame of the shed. Cut the sheets to the dimensions, show in the plans and in the cut list. Align the edges flush, making sure you leave no gaps between the components. Insert 1 5/8″ screws every 8″ through the sheets into the joists.

Assemble the plain side wall frames from 2×4 lumber. Make sure the corners are square and align the edges flush for a neat result. Place the studs every 24″ on center for a neat result. Drill pilot holes through the plates and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the studs.

Build the opposite side wall for the 16×20 shed. Cut the components from 2×4 lumber and the double headers from 2×6 lumber. Fit 1/2″ plywood between the double headers. Drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws to lock the headers. You can adjust the size of the windows, so it suit your needs. The double windows placed on one side of the shed will let enough light inside the shed.

Frame the front wall for the shed using 2×4 lumber for the studs and plates, while the double header requires 2×6 lumber. Drill pilot holes through the plates and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the studs. Toe-nail the double header to the front wall. Make sure the corners are square and align the edges flush. You can easily adjust the size of the 6′ door opening to suit your needs.

Frame the back wall for the 16×20 shed, using the same techniques described above. You should use 3 1/2″ screws or 16d nails to lock the joints together tightly. Place the studs every 24″ on center and make sure the corners are square.

Fit the side, front and the back walls frames to the shed floor, as shown in the plans. Make sure the corners are square and then align the edges flush. Drill pilot holes through the bottom plates and insert 3 1/2″ screws to lock the adjacent walls together tightly. Use a spirit level to plumb the walls. Lock the adjacent wall frames together, by drilling pilot holes and insert 3 1/2″ screws.

Fit the T1-11 siding sheets to the front of the storage shed. Mark the cut lines on the sheets and then get the job done with a circular saw. Attach the sheets to the front of the shed and align the edges flush. Insert 6-8d nails to secure the sheets to the framing, every 8″.

Fit the T1-11 siding sheets to the side walls. Align the edges with attention and leave no gaps between the sheets. Insert 6-8d nails every 8″ along the framing.

Fit the T1-11 siding sheets to the side wall with windows. Fit the sheets into place and then make the window openings.

Attach 5/8″ T1-11 siding to the back wall of the shed. Align the edges flush with the top of the top plates and then secure the panels into place with 6-8d nails. Leave no gaps between the sheets for a professional result.

You need to check out PART 2 and PART 3 of the shed, so you learn how to build the roof for the shelter. In addition, you need to make the double doors and attach the trims.

This is a simple project youshould be able to build in a few weekswithout much effort. Don’t forget to take a look over PART 2 and PART 3 to learn how to build the roof for the shed, as well as how to frame the double front doors. If you would like to download the plans into just one single PDF file, with just one Cut and Shopping list, press the GET PDF PLANS button bellow.

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