6×12 Firewood Shed Plans

This step by step woodworking project is about 6×12 firewood shed plans. This is a firewood storage shed with a lean to roof, that will help you make the most of the space and be friendly with your budget. This shed has a footprint of 6×12 and it features a large opening to the front. 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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6×12 Firewood Shed Plans

Building a 6×12 firewood shed for 3 cords

Materials

• A – 2 pieces of 6×6 lumber – 12′ long SKIDS
• B – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 12′ long, 7 pieces – 69″ long FLOOR FRAME
• C –  11 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 12′ long FLOOR BOARDS
• D – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 62 3/4″ long, 3 pieces – 54 1/2″ long, 3 pieces – 78 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 86 3/4″ long POSTS
• E – 4 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 84″ long SUPPORTS BEAMS
• F – 9 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 83 1/2″ long RAFTERS
• G – 12 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 84″ long PURLINS
• H – 110 sq ft of metal roofing ROOFING
• I – 26 pieces of 1×6 lumber – 71 3/4″ long SIDE SLATS

• 19 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8 ft
• 22 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8 ft
• 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 12 ft
• 2 pieces of 6×6 lumber – 12 ft
• 13 pieces of 1×6 lumber – 12′
• 12 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 8′
• 2 1/2″ screws
• 3 1/2″ lag screws
• joist hanger
• structural nails for ties
• rafter 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

How to build a firewood shed for 3 cords

Floor frame – 6×12 Firewood Shed

The first step of the project is to build the floor frame for the firewood shed. Drill pilot holes through the rim joists and insert 3 1/2″ screws into the perpendicular components. Place the joists every 24″ on center.

Fitting the skids – 6×12 woodshed

You can add 6×6 joists under the frame, if you want to lift it from the ground and protect it against the elements. Use rafter ties to secure the skids to the floor frame.

Fit the 2×4 boards to the floor frame. Align the edges and cut a piece of wood at 1 1/4″ 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

Side posts for the woodshed

Use 2×4 lumber for the posts. Cut the posts at the dimensions  shown in the diagram.

Fitting the posts to the woodshed

Fit the posts to the floor of the shed, using 3 1/2″ lag screws. Insert 2 1/2″ screws to lock the adjacent posts together tightly. Plumb the posts with a spirit level before inserting the screws.

Fitting the support beams – 3 cord woodshed

Use 2×6 lumber for the support beams. Center the beams to the top of the posts, making sure they have equal overhangs on both sides. Drill pilot holes and insert 3 1/2″ screws to lock them into place tightly.

Building the lean to roof

Rafters – 6×12 woodshed

Use 2×6 lumber for the rafters. Mark the cut lines and get the job done with a circular saw.

Fitting the rafters

Fit the rafters to the top of the shed and place them every 24″ on center.

Side walls – 6×12 Firewood Shed

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.

Back wall slats – 3 cord firewood shed

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

Fitting the purlins – 6×12 Firewood Shed

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

Fitting the roof sheets

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

How to build a 3 cord firewood shed

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.

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3 cord Wood Shed Plans

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