I’ve got the perfect suggestion for your do-it-yourself project. It’s an excellent book on the subject, entitled Building a Shed by Joseph Truini (Taunton Press 2002). There are tons of shed building books on the market, but this one stands out. It’s got a few plans, but more importantly a whole lot of real-world know-how written by an experienced carpenter.
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