EZ 8' Gambrel Barn Manual

BUILD
You can
construct
your own
E-Z frame
barn with
the help of
this step by
step guide.

STEP 1. GENERAL

Prior to beginning construction, the area
selected for the shed location must be level
and cleared of obstructions.

STEP 2. INVENTORY

Separate all lumber, hardware, etc. into
individual stacks of like items.

STEP 3. FRAME PREPARATION

Unfold each frame, setting aside two frames
to be used as end walls. From 1×4 pine
boards, cut gusset plates 6" long:
• 16 for an 8' building • 24 for a 12' building
• 32 for a 16' building. Apply gusset plates
on each side of top and bottom fold
locations. Use four 8d nails on each gusset
plate. Frames used as end walls require only
one gusset plate at the top and bottom on the side opposite the metal plates. See figure 1.
PLEASE NOTE: This shed construction aid is intended solely to provide general knowledge as to one of the ways
a shed may be constructed. We suggest you check with your local building officials regarding site location, permit
procedures, safety regulations and specifications of materials used to construct your new storage shed. Builders
who utilize this aid must proceed at their own risk and are solely responsible for complying with all building codes
which pertain in their community. Midwest Manufacturing hereby disclaims all liability for any damages whether
consequential, incidental, special or otherwise, which may result from following this do-it yourself aid.
E-Z BUILD BARN GUIDE
8' × 8' • 8' × 12' • 8' × 16'
North American
softwood
dimensional
lumber sizes:
Nominal Actual
in × in
1 × 4 ¾ × 3½
1 × 6 ¾ × 5½
2 × 4 1½ × 3½
2 × 6 1½ × 5½
Figure 1
2×4 Roof Frame
39"
Members
2×4 Sidewall
Frame Member
Treated 2×4 Bottom
Frame Member
1½"
1×4×6" gusset
82
plate at top fold
location
75 ⁄ "
13
16
60
1
1×4×6" gusset
plate at bottom
fold location
8'0"
96"
⁄ "
1
16
⁄ "
8