The ShedCalc Blog
Practical, honest guides on building, sizing, and planning your shed — with real material lists and none of the sales pitch.
How to Add Windows to a Shed (A Practical Guide)
Add windows to a shed for light and airflow. Here's how to choose them, frame the opening, and weatherproof it — the right way, step by step.
Motorcycle Shed: What Size You Need & How to Build One
A motorcycle shed keeps your bike secure and out of the weather. Here's the right size, must-have features, and how to plan the build — no sales pitch.
How to Build a 10×12 Shed: Step-by-Step (With Material List)
A clear, step-by-step guide to building a 10×12 shed — foundation, framing, roof, and siding — plus a free, itemized material list. No sales pitch.
Shed With a Porch: Designs, Sizes & What to Consider
Thinking of a shed with a porch? Explore popular designs, how a porch affects size and materials, and what to plan for — with free, unbiased tools.
Cheap She Shed Ideas: How to Build One on a Budget
Want a she shed without the price tag? Practical, cheap she shed ideas — from converting an old shed to budget decor, lighting and flooring that still looks lovely.
How to Build a Shed Cheap: 12 Ways to Cut the Cost
Twelve practical ways to build a shed cheaply — smarter sizing, simpler roofs, salvaged materials — plus the four places where cutting costs backfires.
Modern Shed Design Ideas That Actually Work
What makes a shed look modern — and which design choices are worth it. Rooflines, cladding, glazing and colour, with the practical trade-offs explained.
Shed Foundation Ideas: 7 Options Compared
Which shed foundation is right for you? Compare gravel pads, deck blocks, skids, piers, slabs and plastic bases on cost, effort, drainage and durability.
Metal Shed Kits: Pros, Cons & How They Compare to Wood
Are metal shed kits worth it? An unbiased look at cost, rust, condensation, anchoring and assembly — and exactly when wood is the better buy.
Shed Plans: What a Good One Includes (and Red Flags to Avoid)
Not all shed plans are worth building from. Here's exactly what a complete plan should include, how to spot a bad one, and how to verify it before you buy lumber.
Two-Story Sheds: Sizes, Costs & the Rules You Can't Ignore
Thinking about a two-story shed? Here's what to know about height rules, foundations, stairs, cost — and whether a loft would serve you better.
Does a Shed Need a Floor? Shed Floor Options Explained
Does your shed need a floor, and which type is best? Compare wood, gravel, and concrete floors — cost, moisture, and when you can skip one.
How to Build a Shed Ramp (Step-by-Step)
Build a sturdy shed ramp so mowers and equipment roll in easily. Here's how to size the slope, pick materials, and build it — step by step.
How to Get Rid of Groundhogs Under a Shed (Humane & Effective)
A groundhog under your shed? Here's how to remove them humanely and keep them out for good — the methods that work, in the order to try them.
How to Move a Shed (Without Taking It Apart)
Need to move a shed across the yard or to a new home? The safe DIY methods, plus how to hire a shed moving company and what it costs.
Shed Kits vs Building From Scratch: Which Is Right for You?
Shed kit, prefab, or build from scratch? An unbiased look at cost, time, skill, and quality — so you can pick the right route. We don't sell sheds.
Studio Sheds: How to Turn a Shed Into a Backyard Office
Thinking of a studio shed or backyard office? Here's what to know about size, insulation, power, permits, and cost — planned with free, unbiased tools.