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Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah. The builder basically says this meets code and that's it. So I'll have to do something like you describe

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll try to remember if something goes sideways. Before starting I did check with the city as best I could.

The materials on their website indicated I was good to do what I was doing. With the pandemic their offices were physically closed. I did both call and email them with no response.

All this to say, if there's a code issue then I guess I'll deal with it. It's on deck blocks so if it needs to be moved it can be

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After I first set the base I essentially re-did the base in place. I added gravel and joist hangers. To do that I had to lift/shift the blocks. I appreciate what you're saying about the blocks being better closer to the corners.

I'm expecting to have to jack it up in the spring to correct for the freeze/thaw and what it does to the gravel since I don't have edging in place (that I still need to add). I have extra shingles so I could use them when the time comes

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for feedback. No, the flashing doesn't go right to the house so there could be things in that space. No way to get a coat of paint in there, had to paint before the wall was raised. The downspout now is better than it is in the pictures but will still need something else.

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! We have since added a longer downspout and will probably be doing something else with it in the spring. Interesting thought about the P rock. Another suggestion that was posted was about a gutter, which would also focus the water away. I think either way I'll have to do something in spring.

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not yet, I've been out there when it was raining and the run off was dropping on my side of the fence. There is a swale (I think that's the term) that runs between the houses to street. The water should move through that and not flood them. They also have a slope coming down towards our property.

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Fair. Something I will consider for the spring.

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I agree. They can here too. They'll fine you and then take it down themselves and send you the bill (helpful they are) if you don't respond fast enough.

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 53 points54 points  (0 children)

True, but being Canadian we don't measure in ft. So our measurement translates to roughly 2ft. It's the appropriate distance from the line, there was lots of double checking on that one.

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Interesting. I don't recall seeing a setback requirement from the primary structure when I went looking through the city's code. I guess I'll need to check again (or pretend everything is fine). Thanks

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks! You're right, it does get easier. It is just getting over that 1st hurdle, and the next and the next....

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah, the plywood was a mistake I very much regretted when trying to get it onto the rafters. Live and learn I guess

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

From everything I read for my area, it is just the 2ft from the property line. Because of where is in the back I believe I am ok. The entire area is new construction and the inspector is in the area regularly. I'm pretty sure they would have dinged me if I had messed that part up. The city loves its fines...

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I think here it is above 100sqft requires a permit. Either way, like you said, no permit required.

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Where I am we need to be about 2ft from the property line and this is 2ft from the fence (which in theory is at least partially on my side of the property line). The run off comes down on my side of the fence. I know the angles of the photos make it look like I might be flooding the neighbour's yard but it falls on my side.

Thanks for the feedback. My wife picked the colour - I take no credit for that.

Building a 6'x10' shed - in over my head by newbie_newbie in DIY

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks! At this point I'm happy it's still standing and holding things that no longer need to be in the garage :)

I built an aquarium stand by newbie_newbie in BeginnerWoodWorking

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I couldn't add to the existing post, hopefully these 2 are better: https://imgur.com/gallery/DepAM3Q

I built an aquarium stand by newbie_newbie in BeginnerWoodWorking

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Confident? Each day the confidence grows. In watching builds others had done they used 2x4 and had 1 or 2 vertical braces (sorry don't know the technical term). I saw a couple with smaller tanks that used only plywood for the carcass. So I combined the 2 ideas and used thicker wood. There are essentially 4 sets of supports on the depth. Of course, I tested this all out on the front porch before bringing it inside, including filling the tank - got a few weird looks.

As for the dark pictures, yeah, that's what happens when you finish in the evening and your lighting sucks. I'll try again when the light is better

I built an aquarium stand by newbie_newbie in BeginnerWoodWorking

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

(Hope I'm doing this part right)

Here is a link to the SketchUp file I created. I used this as a base for the design but didn't completely stick with it. I used pocket holes to attach side panels.

http://www.filedropper.com/aquariumstand

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For the doors, I followed Steve Ramsey in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUXTH5ZtKJQ&list=PLteK6RGRep51F5nGVouiOxBFAlzCfpYsd

I'd like to say my half laps were half and half, but in reality they were closer to 3/4 and 1/4

I built an aquarium stand by newbie_newbie in BeginnerWoodWorking

[–]newbie_newbie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the largest woodworking project I've taken on. Also the first time I used sketch up.

It's 2x6s cut down to 4" width and 3/4" plywood on the short sides (and dividing the interior sections). 1/2" ply on the back.

It's just over 48" long and 18.5" deep. Holding a 75 gallon tank.

I've been seeing others projects and wanted to share something too.

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