This step by step diy woodworking project is about how to build a shed ramp. If you want to learn more about building a shed ramp, we recommend you to pay attention to the instructions described in the article. Work with attention and invest in high quality materials (weather-resistant pressure-treated lumber) if you want to get a professional result from the very beginning.
A shed ramp is very handy for any backyard is you use a cart or want a better access to the construction. Therefore, we recommend you to plan everything and to adjust the width and the slope of the ramp to suit your needs. It is essential to pour a concrete slab at the ends of the joists, as you need to support them properly. Place the joists equally-spaced, as to support the weight of the ramp properly.
There are so many designs and plans to choose from when building projects for your backyard that we really recommend you to work with attention and to select the projects that suit your needs and fit within the budget. Take a look over the related projects and start adding value to your property. Ask a friend to give you a hand when building the shed ramp, as you need someone to hold the components into place. See all my Premium Plans in the Shop.
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How to build a 4 ft shed ramp
Building a shed ramp
Materials
- A – 1 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 45″ long SUPPORT
- B – 4 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 50 1/2″ long JOISTS
- D – 9 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 45″ long SLATS
- E – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 13″ long, 1 piece of 2×6 lumber – 13″ long BLOCKINGS
- 7 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 10 ft
- 1 piece of 2×4 lumber – 3 ft
- 2 1/2 screws
Tools
- Safety gloves, glasses
- Miter saw, jigsaw
- Chalk line, tape measure, spirit level, carpentry pencil
- Drill machinery and drill bits
Tips
- Apply several coats of wood stain to the wooden components
- Fill the holes with wood filler and smooth the surface
Time
- One Day
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Building a shed ramp
Fitting the support
The first step of the woodworking project is to attach the support to the exterior of the frame, as shown in the plans. Cut the support at the right size and secure it into place with galvanized screws. Make sure the support is horizontal before securing it with screws.
Building the joists
Building the joists for the shed ramp is a straight forward process if you take accurate measurements and use the right saw. Smooth the edges after making the cuts and make sure you build all the joists in the same manner.
Fitting the joists
After building the joists, we recommend you to attach them to the support. In order to create rigid joints, we recommend you to use galvanized hangers. It is essential to align the components with attention and to place them equally-spaced, if you want to get the job done in a professional manner.
Fitting the blockings
Build the blocking and secure them between the joists, if you want to get the job done in a professional manner. Drill pilot holes through the joists and secure 2 1/2″ galvanized screws into the blockings. Work with attention if you want to get a professional result.
Fitting the slats
Attaching the 2×6 decking to the supports is a straight-forward process, but you need to work with attention. Start fitting the decking slats from the top of the joists and move to the bottom. Drill pilot holes through the slats before inserting the screws, in order to prevent the wood from splitting. Keep the slats equally-spaced, by placing a nail between them.
How to build a shed ramp
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Last but not least, we recommend you to take care of the finishing touches. Fill the holes with wood filler and let it to dry out for several hours. Afterwards, smooth the wooden surface with fine-grit sandpaper and vacuum the residues.
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I thoroughly enjoyed this project. Looking forward to doing mine. Thanks.
The instructions was, simple and easy to follow.
Looking forward to seeing how it comes out. I would love to see a pic with your project.
Seems pretty easy, but I think I would have to make some small modifications due to the height of my shed.
Yes, that’s correct. You need to adjust the size of the joists according to the height of the floor. Good luck and let me know how it works for you.
How do you shut the doors if the ramp comes to the floor of the shed?
It comes under the floor. You can see this very clearly in the diagrams.
would the angles of the cuts be the same 85% for a 60″ length ramp vs the 50.5″ on your example?
No. If you keep the angle and increase the run, the height will increase