Build Your Own 10X20 Gable Storage Shed With Ease!
3DSHEDPLANS 10x20 shed plans show you how to build a 200 sq ft gable storage shed, 20 ft wide and 10 ft deep, with two doors (a double door plus a single door) and two windows. The PDF has 40+ steps, 3D images of each stage and a material list with the quantity of every item.
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Having a huge and spacious gable storage will give you the opportunity to not only store your supplies and hardware but also to practice your hobbies. Whether you are a woodworker or a gardener, this shed is big enough to give you the much needed space to practice your craft. So wait no more - order now and start building today...
A Full-Fledge Material List with Required Quantity
The materials you use to build a shed are the secrets to your success. Unfortunately, most plans out there won’t precisely tell you what to buy and in what quantity. In fact, they would lure you to buy products from the plan-sellers. Luckily, we have a completely different motto. We want you to succeed in building your dream shed. And for that, we understand how important it is to get the right materials.
Our 10X20 Gable Storage Shed Plan comes with an all-inclusive list of materials, hardware and tools that you would need to build the shed. Nothing more, nothing less! No click baits! You get a printable list of materials that you can take to the hardware store. Did we forget to mention we have carefully only included materials that are light on your pocket and good in performance?
Simple, Easy to Understand Step by Step Instructions
Who would have ever thought to get their hands on a shed plan that would take them through the entire process with such ease! The 10X20 Gable Storage Shed Plan comes with easy to understand, step by step instructions for DIY newbies. Don’t worry if you don’t have any experience in building wooden structures. The plan you take you through without any complication jargons. Right from building the foundation to the walls and even the roofing, we have everything covered for you.
3D Rendered Images for Reality Check
2D images are a thing of the past! Our 10X20 Gable Storage Shed Plan comes with 3D rendered images, which means you get to see every corner, every angle and every inch clearly as if it is being right in front of you by a professional. You won’t have to scratch your head thinking how the shed should from the front, back or the sides. Even the rooftops are visualized in 3D for better understanding.
Building Your Own Shed vs. Getting Professional Help
You Save What a Builder Would Charge
Probably the most important reason for building your own shed is that you save money. A builder charges for labor on top of the materials, for work you can do yourself. With our 10X20 Gable Storage Shed Plan, you get clear instructions, material lists and diagrams to go through the process easily.
Choose Your Own Design and Make Your Dream Come True
Don’t fall for the marketing gimmicks of most professionals out there. When you start building your own shed, the world is out there for you to explore. With our material list and instructions, you will realize that you can build your dream shed without any design restrictions. The plan is simple yet it gives you the liberty to add in your own flavor!
You Will Reclaim Your House Again
The 10X20 Gable Storage Shed is spacious enough to fulfil your storage requirements. Whether you are a gardeners or an athlete, you can use the shed to keep all sorts of your equipment and tools. Besides, the shed will add an exquisiteness to your garden while fulfilling its purpose.
This Is Exactly What You'll Get with Your 10X20 Gable Storage Shed Plan!
- 40+ steps that expertly guide you through the whole process.
- Designed for beginners as well as for professionals.
- Explanatory 3D images so you can see exactly what to do next.
- Comprehensive materials list that gives you exactly what you need.
- Your plan will look great on any mobile device.
- Free PRO-TIP for every section.
- High quality PDF plan with everything you need emailed to you instantly.
- Shed Type
- Storage
- Roof Shape
- Gable
- Depth (ft.)
- 10'
- Width (ft.)
- 20'
- Depth (in.)
- 120"
- Height (in.)
- 136 3/4"
- Width (in.)
- 240"
- Exact Width x Depth
- 20' 8" x 10' 1"
- Sidewall Height (in.)
- 94 1/2"
- Number of Doors
- 2
- Door Type
- Double and Single
- Door Opening Height (in.)
- 82" and 72"
- Door Opening Width (in.)
- 78" and 36"
- Door Opening Height (ft.)
- 6' 10" and 6'
- Floor Options
- 0.75" Tongue and Groove Plywood
- Number of Windows
- 2
- Recommend Roofing Material
- 7/16 OSB Sheet Board
How to Build a 10×20 Gable Shed in a Week or Less?
A shed in your yard contributes to a lot of addition in the value of your property. From storage to being a safe spot and an outdoor party venue, sheds depending on their size are an added benefit to your home. If you have always been worried about the money you will have to pay to professional woodworkers to build a shed for you, STOP RIGHT THERE. We have the best solution for your trouble.
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Want to give a try? Here’s a simple 10×20 Gable Shed plan for you to follow and see the magic happen yourself!
Step # 1: Check the Rules Where You Live
Rules for sheds vary by town. Check your local permit office before you build.
Step # 2: The Type and Size
You can choose the type and size of your shed considering the purpose and the space available in your yard. The 3 basic types of sheds include,
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Lean-to Shed: Clear from the name, a lean to shed is constructed against an already erect wall. You could make this shed against your garden wall and use it mainly for storage purpose or parking your bike in the shade.
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Gable Shed: A gable shed is a small cabin and can be used for multiple purposes. You can convert it into a playhouse for your kids in summers or use it as your own hide-out.
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Hip-Roof Shed: A little more complicated than a gable shed, a hip-roof shed is exquisitely designed and is suited best for medium and large sizes.
Step # 3: Know the Dimensions of your Shed
For a balanced shed, you need to know the proper dimensions. A 10×20 storage shed has a maximum height of 12 feet. The width is 10 feet and 1 inch while the roof spans over a width of 21 feet 7 ½ inches. This shed has a large garage door at the front and a smaller entrance door and 2 windows at the side. The doors and windows have to be bought separately.
Step # 4: Shop for the Materials and Tools
The basic supplies for building a shed include pressure treated timber, studs, rafters, crosspieces, gussets and timber for plates, headers along with roofing and exterior material that includes ¾ plywood sheathing, T1-11 siding panels, fascia boards, asphalt shingles etc. some basic tools you will need to build a shed are various types of saws and hammers with galvanized nails, L-joints etc. Buy the doors and windows separately for your shed according to the dimensions.
Step # 5: Make the Foundation and Flooring
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Lay the skid foundation for your shed as it not only is easy but also can help relocation of your shed. Fix the skids, joists and bands together using galvanized nails.
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They should form a 10×20 framework. Make the foundation exactly where you will later build the shed as moving around the foundation can be damaging.
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Once you have your foundation ready, line it with ¾ inch tongue and groove plywood to make the flooring.
Step # 6: Make the Walls Structure
Next up, make the wall structures on the floor before installing them to the foundation.
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Attach wall studs to the top and bottom plates made with pressure treated timber.
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Add headers to fasten the wall structure.
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Cut out the spaces for Doors and windows on the respective walls and use cripple studs, header plates, etc. to fasten the structure better after the cuts outs.
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Height of walls is 7 feet and 6 inches. Hammer T1-11 siding to the exterior to make the walls.
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Eventually, install the wall structures on the foundation using galvanized nails and L-joints.
Step # 7: Build the Roof Structure
Making the roof can be tiring and complicated but once this part is through, your shed can be ready in a day.
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Make the trusses using rafters, gussets and crosspieces. Hammer the trusses on the wall studs.
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Make sure all the trusses are identical in size and construction or your gable roof might be compromised. After installing the trusses secure the edges with plates.
Step # 8: Complete the Roofing
After making the roof structure, it is time for you to complete the roofing process. Hammer ¾ inch plywood layer first throughout the roof against the direction of rafters. After covering the entire roof with wood planks, install asphalt shingles.
Step # 9: Add Fascia Boards and Soffits
Fascia and soffits add beauty to the exterior while making it leakage free. Install the soffits on the outer walls and fascia along the trims to cover the naked edges. Also cover the hammering and joints by installing trims above the top and bottom plates, the truss edges and the side walls joints with the roof.
Step # 10: Install the door and windows
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Lastly, make use of the instructions’ manual that comes with the doors and windows and install them on your shed. Since you will have to buy the doors and windows separately, this plan doesn’t include installation guide.
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You can also insulate your shed to save from short circuits and paint the exterior to make your shed look pretty. If you don’t want to paint, you may coat the exterior with lacquer. You can always make extra cabins or make partitions in the shed using cardboard sheets.
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10x20 shed plans: key specs
| Spec | 10x20 Gable Shed |
|---|---|
| Width x depth | 20' (240") x 10' (120") |
| Floor area | 200 sq ft |
| Overall height | 136 3/4" (about 11' 5") |
| Sidewall height | 94 1/2" |
| Main door | Double door, 78" wide x 82" high opening |
| Side door | Single door, 36" wide x 72" high opening |
| Windows | 2 |
| Floor | 3/4" tongue and groove plywood |
| Roof sheathing | 7/16" OSB |
| Siding | T1-11 plywood |
| Roof covering | Asphalt shingles |
What fits in a 10x20 shed
With a double door and a separate single door, you can split the shed into two areas and reach each one without climbing past the other.
- Equipment and workshop. Roll a mower, tiller or carts in through the double door, and use the single door to reach a bench or potting area with window light.
- Two users. Garden gear on one side, bikes or sports gear on the other.
- Long walls for shelving. 20 ft walls hold a lot of shelving and hooks while the floor stays clear.
- Measure first. Check any riding mower against the 78 inch double door opening before you build.
What the 10x20 plan includes
- A printable material list with the quantity of each material, plus the hardware and tools.
- 40+ step-by-step instructions: skid foundation and floor, wall framing with headers and cripple studs at each opening, gable trusses made from rafters, gussets and crosspieces, roofing, then fascia, soffits and trim.
- 3D rendered images of every side and the roof.
- A pro tip for each section.
- A PDF emailed right after checkout that reads well on a phone.
The two windows are on the list as prefabricated units. Frame each rough opening to the size of the units you buy.
Is there a free 10x20 shed plan?
Yes: the free 10x20 preview PDF shows the shed and the drawing style. Use it to check that the size and door layout fit your yard. The premium plan adds the full step-by-step build and the complete material list with quantities.
Before you build a 10x20 shed
- Site. A 10x20 needs a long, flat pad that drains away from the shed. Clear it and level a compacted gravel base before the skids go down (This Old House: gravel shed foundation). See our shed foundation guide.
- Trusses. Build the first truss on the floor deck, check it, then use it as the pattern. Every truss must match or the roof will not sit even.
- Permits. At 200 sq ft and about 11' 5" tall, this shed may need a permit or meet setback limits. Rules vary, so check your local permit office before you order lumber.
- Safety. Raise each 20 ft wall with at least one helper and brace it plumb before you start the next one.
Related plans
- Same length, 2 ft deeper: the 12x20 gable shed plan.
- Same length, 2 ft shallower: the 8x20 gable shed plan.
- 4 ft longer: the 10x24 gable shed plan.
- See all gable shed plans and the shed roof guide.
- Pricing the build first? See the free lumber, sheet and hardware list for a 10x20 shed.
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is the 10x20 gable shed?
It stands 136 3/4 inches (about 11 ft 5 in) at the ridge, with 94 1/2 inch sidewalls. Towns can limit shed height, so before you build, check your local permit office.
How many doors does the 10x20 gable shed have?
Two. A double door with a 78 inch wide by 82 inch high opening, and a single side door with a 36 inch wide by 72 inch high opening. The plan also frames two windows.
What foundation does the 10x20 shed use?
A skid foundation. Pressure-treated skids, joists and bands form a 10x20 frame, covered with 3/4 inch tongue and groove plywood. Build it where the shed will stand.
Are the doors and windows in the 10x20 plan?
The plan frames the openings. The two windows are on the material list as prefabricated units; install them by the maker's instructions.