Free Pole Barn Plans

This step by step woodworking project is about free 16×20 pole barn plans. If you want to build a basic pole barn, I have created free plans for a 16×20 shelter. This pole barn is easy to build and features double doors on the front. 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.

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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Building a pole barn

Materials

A – 4 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 141 1/2″ long, 8 pieces – 134″ long, 5 pieces – 166″ long POSTS
B – 10 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 240″ long, 2 pieces of 2×10 lumber – 240″ long, 10 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 46 1/2″ long, 2 pieces of 2×10 lumber – 46 1/2″ long, 5 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 189″ long, 1 piece of 2×10 lumber – 189″ long SUPPORTS
C – 16 pieces of T1-11 siding – 48″x96″ long SIDING

12 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 12′
5 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 14′
2 pieces of 2×10 lumber – 20′
2 pieces of 2×10 lumber – 16′
10 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 20′
5 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8′
5 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 16′
16 pieces of T1-11 siding – 4’x8′
3 1/2″ screws
6d nails

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 16×20 pole barn

Posts

The first step of the project is to cut the 4×4 posts for the pole barn. Make sure you check out the local building codes, so you see the proper depth you have to set the posts in concrete. In most cases 3′ will be enough for the footings.

Laying out the posts

In order to lay out the posts, you need to use string and batter boards. Apply the 3-4-5 rule to each corner so you make sure they are right-angled. Moreover, you need to measure the diagonals and make adjustments until they are perfectly equal.

Dig 3′ into the ground, about 10-12″ in diameter and then fit the pressure treated posts into place. Use a spirit level to plumb the posts and make sure they are perfectly aligned. Use temporarily braces for the posts until the concrete dries out.

Attaching the wall supports – Back

Attach a 2×10 beam to the base of the walls, so you seal the pole barn properly. Next, attach 2x4s to the posts, so you have proper supports for the siding sheets. Align the edges with attention, drill pilot holes and insert 3 1/2″ screws to lock them into place tightly.

Attaching the wall supports – Front

Attach the supports to the front of the pole barn, as well. Drill pilot holes, insert 3 1/2″ screws and create even gaps between the supports for a neat result.

Fitting the wall supports – Sides

Fit the supports to the sides of the pole barn, making sure you place them equally-spaced.

Attaching the siding – Back wall

The next step of the woodworking project is to attach the T1-11 siding sheets to the sides of the pole barn. Align the edges flush, leave no gaps between the sheets and lock them into place with 6-8d nails. Insert the nails every 8″ along the framing.

Attaching the siding – Front wall

Attach the siding sheets to the front wall of the pole barn, as well. Align the edges flush and use 6-8d nails to lock them into place.

Attaching the siding – Side walls

Last but not least, attach the siding sheets to the sides of the pole barn, as well.

Free Pole Barn Plans

Make sure you check out PART 2 of the project, so you learn how to build the roof and how to attach the shingles into place. If you like my project, don’t forget to SHARE it on Facebook and Pinterest.

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