Building A Base For Lifetime Shed

Pavers are great on flat ground for smaller sheds of wood metal or plastic construction with or without a floor.

Building a base for lifetime shed.

Depending on the size of your shed you have a lot of soil to remove. Grab a shovel a pair of gloves and a wheelbarrow to haul away the extra soil. Plus they are durable and relatively inexpensive letting you get top quality results without breaking the bank. Consider the following options.

So put on your leather gloves. Finally it s time to add in the. The bigger the paver the heavier it is but the fewer you need. They provide a solid flat base upon which to build or set a shed and evenly support the floor.

We made it for a rubbermaid roughneck 7x7 storage shed. Then place some plastic down to help waterproof your shed then lay your pavers on top. Talk with a local building inspector about the foundation requirements for your area and shed. A concrete slab will support the most weight and provide the best long term performance.

Pavers also prefer a gravel base but can go straight on flat level ground. The floor covering for a lifetime shed is integrated polyethylene panels which need enough support below to avoid movement in the panels and adequately support the contents of your shed. Pavers fit together tightly allowing you to create a sturdy base for your shed. To secure the shed simply dyna bolt the shed down to the pavers.

Item 551125 model 1887153 at lowes. A foundation of pavers sits on leveled exposed ground or a sand base. First mark off the. All you need to do is put some gravel or brickies sand down and level off the area.

Phase two break out the shovel getting started. This foundation is constructed of 16 gauge galvanized steel and built for corrosion resistance durability and strength. Easily pair this foundation with any of lifetimes 8 ft. Lay out the area set posts and assemble the foundation step 1 pick a spot for your shed that s close to level and doesn t collect water.

Using pavers places the entry close to or on the ground so good for riding lawn mowers or quads. It comes in an easy do it yourself assembly package that includes 1 foundation frame and all required hardware for the assembly.