How can I build a base for an outdoor shed?
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Beto Pena
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Trying to get some ideas on what to use as a base for my exterior shed.
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We made the mistake of pressure treated wood straight on the ground with plywood and painted that. Water seeped up through the wooden frame to the plywood so I would highly recommend you put a water barrier or paint both sides of the plywood if you go that route. I wish we had poured a pad. I've seen people do pads like central units sit on and put a few together which should also be fine.
Hello Beto, you could make a platform with pressure treated wood, ensure it is square and allow about 4 inches space above and beyond the size of the shed dimensions, or you could put pavers down, or sidewalk blocks.
We used cinder blocks and then pressure treated wood. It has held up very well over the years. I think the secret is keeping the flooring off the dirt.
When we put our shed in hubby poured a cement pad first. We live in Oregon and get lots of rain so it was a good idea. Haven't had any problems in over 15 years.
This is the base I made for my workshop addition.
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/sheds/she-shed-16734550
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/sheds/building-my-she-shed-12122767
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/sheds/building-a-backyard-shed-shop-1629496
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Your idea is now one of two choices I am contemplating .
Thanks for sharing. Great information
Making a simple deck like this one could help a lot: https://www.frugalfamilytimes.com/2016/08/how-to-make-hot-tub-deck-for-250-and-2.html