4×16 Firewood Shed Plans

This step by step woodworking project is about 4×16 firewood shed plans. You can build this lean to wood shed under 750 usd and store up to 2 1/2 cords of firewood. This shed has a footprint of 4×16 and it features a large opening to the front, while the other 3 sides are enclosed with 2×6 boards. See my other DIY projects HERE. PDF downloadable plans with premium features in the Store.

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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It’s that easy to build a 2 1/2 cord wood shed!

How-to-build-a-4×16-firewood-shed

Building-a-4×16-wood-shed

Materials

A – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 16′ long, 13 pieces – 45″ long FLOOR FRAME
B – 18 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8′ long FLOOR BOARDS
C – 3 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 78 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 84″ long, 3 pieces – 62 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 68″ long POSTS
D – 4 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8 ft long SUPPORTS BEAMS
E – 13 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 6 ft long RAFTERS
F – 12 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 102 1/4″ long PURLINS
H – 6 pieces of metal roof sheets ROOFING
G – 14 pieces of 1×6 lumber – 4 ft long, 14 pieces – 95 1/4″ long SIDE SLATS

6 concrete blocks
6 pieces of metal roof sheets
2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 16 ft
11 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8 ft
28 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8 ft
7 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 12 ft
12 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 10 ft
21 pieces of 1×6 lumber – 8 ft
250 pieces 1 5/8″ screws
50 pieces of 2 1/2″ screws
100 pieces of 3 1/2″ screws
20 pieces of 3″ lag screws
1 box of structural nails for ties
26 pieces of rafter ties
4 pieces of L ties
2 pieces of T ties
stain, wood filler, wood glue

Tools

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

Time

One Weekend

Building the firewood shed floor

Building-the-floor-frame—4×16-shed

The first step of the project is to build the floor frame for the firewood shed. Drill pilot holes through the 2×6 rim joists and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the perpendicular components. Place the joists every 16″ on center.

Fitting-the-concrete-blocks-under-the-floor-frame

You need to lift the floor frame from the ground to create a gap, to protect the lumber from the elements. For this project I will use concrete blocks, since they are widely available, cheap and very sturdy. You can use 6 or even 10 blocks for the firewood shed. Just make sure the blocks are horizontal one with another, by using a spirit level.

Fitting-the-floor-slats

Fit the 2×4 boards to the floor frame. Align the edges and cut a piece of wood at 2″ to use as spacer. Drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws to lock the boards into place.

Building the frame of the wood shed

Assembling-the-posts-for-the-shed

Use 2×4 lumber for the posts. Cut the posts at the dimensions shown in the diagram. Add glue to the joints, drill pilot holes and insert 2 1/2″ screws to assemble the corner posts. Make sure you align the edges flush, before inserting the screws.

Fitting the posts

Fit the posts to the floor of the shed, using 3″ lag screws. Plumb the posts with a spirit level before inserting the screws.

Fitting-the-top-beams

Use 2×6 lumber for the support beams. Drill pilot holes through the side posts and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the top beam. In addition, notice the structural connectors used to lock the into place the top beams. You need a T tie for the middle post and L ties for the side posts. Of course, you need to insert 1 1/2″ structural screws to lock the ties into place.

Building the lean to roof for the wood shed

Rafters

Use 2×4 lumber for the rafters. Mark the cut lines and get the job done with a circular saw.

Fitting-the-rafters—firewood-shed

Fit the rafters to the top of the shed and place them every 16″ on center. Use rafter ties and 1 1/2″ structural screws to lock the rafters to the top support beams.

Fitting-the-side-slats—wood-storage

Use 1×6 slats for the sides of the firewood shed. Align the edges flush and place a 3″ wood block between the slats. Insert 1 5/8″ screws to lock the slats into place tightly.

Fitting-the-back-slats-to-the-wood-shed

Fit the slats to the back of shed, as well. Use 1 5/8″ screws to secure the slats into place.

Attaching-the-wood-purlins—large-firewood-shed

Fit the 1×4 purlins to the top of the roof. Align the edges and insert 1 5/8″ screws to lock the purlins into place.

Fitting-the-metal-roofing

Fit the roof sheets to the top of the shed. Alternatively, you can opt for plywood sheets and asphalt shingles, but I have displayed the budget option which is purlins and roofing sheets.

Finishing touches for the woodshed

4×16 firewood shed plans – front view

Last but not least, take care of the finishing touches. Apply a few coats of paint / stain over the components to enhance the look of the shed and to protect the components from decay.

4×16-firewood-shed—dimensions

This is an extremely solid and durable shed that you can build on a budget. I am aware that you can build a prettier wood shed, but this design has been created for you to keep the costs down.

How-to-build-a-2-cord-firewood-shed

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