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This step by step woodworking project is about 12×16 run in shed plans. This shed features a lean to roof and a 2×4 framing, with 12′ wide opening to the front. The shed makes for the best addition to a homestead, because it is versatile, cheap and sturdy. With minimal adjustments you can even use this shed for storing firewood. My plans come with step by step instructions and you can easily adjust all the dimensions to suit your needs. See my other DIY projects HERE. See all my shed plans HERE.

We recommend you to invest in the best materials you could afford. Therefore, you should buy weather-resistant lumber, such as pine or cedar. Always take accurate measurements before adjusting the size of the components at the proper size. Drill pilot holes trough the components before inserting the wood screws, to prevent the wood from splitting. See all my Premium Plans HERE.

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12×16 Run In Shed – Free DIY Plans

Building a 12×16 run in shed

Materials

A – 2 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 144″ long, 2 pieces – 192″ long SKIDS
B – 1 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 140 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 137″ long, 10 pieces – 91 1/2″ long 2xSIDE WALL
C – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 192″ long, 1 piece – 185″ long, 15 pieces – 91 1/2″ long BACK WALL
D – 4 piece of 4×4 lumber – 108 3/4″ long POSTS
E – 2 pieces of 2×12 lumber – 192″ long, 2 pieces of 1/2″ plywood – 11 1/4″x96″ long HEADER

2 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 12 ft
2 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 16 ft
4 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 10 ft
6 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 12 ft
3 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 16 ft
2 pieces of 2×12 lumber – 16 ft
1 piece of 1/2″ plywood – 2’x8′
35 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8 ft
post to base connector
post to beam connectors
2 1/2″ screws, 3 1/2″ screws
3″ lag screws
wood filler , wood glue, stain/paint

Tools

Safety gloves, glasses
Miter saw, jigsaw
Chalk line, tape measure, spirit level, carpentry pencil
Drill machinery and drill bits

Time

One Day

Building a 12×16 run in shed

Skids – 12×16 run in shed

The first step of the project is to build the skids for the run in shed. Make the notches to both ends of the 4×4 skids, as shown in the diagram. Use a circular saw to make parallel cuts at both ends of the beams. Clean the notches with a chisel and smooth the recess with sandpaper.

Assembling the base for the shed

Select the location for the shed and remove the vegetation layer. Level the surface and compact a thick layer of gravel, to help with drainage. Alternatively you can install the skids on a concrete slab. Assemble the base for the shed, as shown in the diagram. Make sure the corners are square and measure the diagonals, so they are perfectly equal. Drill pilot holes ad insert 3 1/2″ screws to assemble the base for the shed.

Back wall frame – 12×16 run in shed

Assemble the back wall frame for the run in shed. As you can see in the free plans, you have to assemble the back wall from 2×4 lumber. Cut the components with a saw, then drill pilot holes through the plates. Insert 3 1/2″ screws to secure the studs to the plates. Fit the 2×4 studs every 16″ on center and make sure the corners are perfectly square.

Notice the double plates at both ends of the back wall. Fit pieces of 1/2″ plywood between the double studs, as shown in the diagram.

Side wall frame

Next, frame the side walls for the run in shed. Drill the pilot holes through the plates and insert 3 1/2″ screws to lock everything together tightly.

Assembling the frame of the shed

Fit the wall frames to the base of the shed. Plumb the wall frames and drill pilot holes through the bottom plates. Insert 3 1/2″ screws to lock them to the skids. Lock the adjacent walls together tightly with 2 1/2″ screws. Check if the corners are square.

Posts – 12×16 run in shed

Fit 4×4 posts to the front of the run in shed. Plumb the posts with a spirit level. Use post to post connectors to secure the posts to the skids.

Fitting the header to the front wall

Use 2×12 lumber for the header. As you can see in the diagram, you need to sandwich 1/2″ plywood between the 2 beams. Add glue to the joints and insert 2 1/2″ screws through both sides. Fit the header to the top of the posts, using post to beam connectors.

How to build a 12×16 run in shed

This 12×16 loafing shed has a super wide 12′ opening to the front, so you can access it with ease. This makes for a very versatile shed, as you can use it for so many tasks. This can be a cattle shed, a horse shed or a shelter for firewood and other small equipment.

12×16 run In Shed – Front view

12×16 run In Shed – back view

If you want build this run in shed you should check out PART 2 of the project, where I show you how to frame the roof. In addition, you might even dry out firewood in this roomy shed. If you like my project, don’t forget to SHARE it on Facebook and Pinterest.

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How to build a run in shed

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