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Hines
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# Posted: 22 Jun 2015 22:08
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surprised I can't find any threads about those. Maybe I'm using bad keywords?
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Gary O
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# Posted: 22 Jun 2015 22:46
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Prolly 'cause this ain't the Small Home Dopey Shed site...
One word;
Don't
(unless yer camping in yer back yard)
My opine
Take it 'er leave it
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Cowracer
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# Posted: 22 Jun 2015 23:03
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You can build for a LOT cheaper than you can buy. My cabin is patterened off the 16x16 two story shed that every Lowe's around here has sitting outside. Cost for the complete cabin will be just a skosh over what Lowe's wants for just the shell.
Tim
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turkeyhunter
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# Posted: 23 Jun 2015 06:21
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I don't like SHEDS.....a shed is a S H E D  an should be used as such. Build ya a CABIN for less $$$
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Hines
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# Posted: 23 Jun 2015 06:45
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Understood. I thought some of their 16x24 buildings look incredibly sturdy. Much nicer than when I looked 5 years ago.
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PA_Bound
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# Posted: 23 Jun 2015 08:21 - Edited by: PA_Bound
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Geez... the guys asks his first question and we jump all over him. That doesn't seem very neighborly- sorry about that, Hines.
Contrary to the opinions above, there are several on here that have purchased sheds and are converting them into cabins. I don't know of any specifically purchased from Home Depot or Lowes, but there may be some. Most of the sheds came from specialty shed builders, like Derksen or the slew of Amish-type builders around. But other than I think working with a builder allows you more options and upgrades to make it a better cabin platform than a stock shed, I don't think the basic, unmodified shells are much different.
If you have specific questions feel free to ask- someone will have answers. And, particular to using a shed for a cabin, IMHO there is a time/place/circumstances when that can make sense. At least it did for me.
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Steve_S
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# Posted: 23 Jun 2015 10:12
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Take a close look at HD, Lowes and other "Retailer" sheds and then look at proper shed builder's products and that will tell you the story. There are better options for real use such as ours that will give you more bang per buck. Have a peek at the Amish Sheds and as an alternative the Jamaica Cottage Shop which does some very nice work.
Next, when in HD or alternate, look closely at the material, count how many 2x4's, 2x6's (if any) and etc then price out the lumber & materials. (Their kits typically use 7' studs grade 2 or 3, which are cheaper). You'll immediately notice that it's almost a 100% markup (double the cost of material for a partly assembled unit).
Part of it boils down to how long you want something to last and what you are actually going to do with it... Do you want a simple summer Bunkie or basic "roughing it" hunt camp or just something to use as storage ?
IF Storage you may find that a Sea Container would cost less than many prefab sheds and does not need any building permits etc (most places) and is sure as heck a lot sturdier.
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Gary O
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# Posted: 23 Jun 2015 10:28
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Quoting: PA_Bound there is a time/place/circumstances when that can make sense. At least it did for me.
This is so true.
Sorry if I came on too strong.
It's just the 2x3 construction and, well, the price....shudder.
However, there really are circumstances that make getting a shed for starters the better choice.
I was tempted once.
There's some mighty cute/cozy lookin' ones out there for sure, but not at Home Depot.
Here some we we're rather fond of;
Steve_S is right on, BTW
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deryk
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# Posted: 23 Jun 2015 12:00
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yeah there are shed building companies all over the country that build better then what you would buy at HD. I would suggest doing what I am..start reading books on construction techniques for shed building and build your own. I want 2x6's for wall studs for extra insulation, I want a Ridge board at the topfor the rafters to attach to, not bit's of plywood to hold the rafter's together. Probably going to build it mainly myself so no 2nd floor (or would be too afraid to go on the roof...fell off a ladder years ago and broke my ankle in 3 places) Mine is only going to be a 1 bedroom maybe 14x28'ish sized you can also hire a contractor give him a plan you chose and get quotes building it with the materials you choose for it.
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Hines
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# Posted: 23 Jun 2015 18:00
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Good info guys! The info you guys shared is what I needed to read!
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rockies
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# Posted: 23 Jun 2015 20:37
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Hi, if you are posting pics of sheds, fridges, woodstoves, or any other product or service, etc. that you really like, please post a link (if you have one) so that people can find out more info. Thanks
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timcook
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# Posted: 23 Jun 2015 21:18
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I just bought a 10x10 shed from homedepot only to add on to my 15x15 cabin gonna use it as a bedroom, i think it will work out perfect my self. I think if your thinking og building a home depot shed into a cabin, more power to ya have fun with it make it your own. Enjoy
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mick968
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# Posted: 2 Aug 2015 07:18
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Ours came with the cabin.Wasn't a fan initially.Not sure what we would do with out it now.General hangout area by fire.
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Brknarow
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# Posted: 4 Aug 2015 10:15
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I too was bothered by the initial responses to the original post and actually scrolled to the top to make sure I hadn't been hijacked to another site.
I'm very interested in any information on those HD/Lowe's type sheds. I'm physically unable to construct my own building and don't have the contacts nor trust in hiring a contractor. I do think I could finish the interior, for the most part anyway, of a framed structure though.
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creeky
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# Posted: 4 Aug 2015 10:42
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The sheds I've seen at HD/L always look under built. Light weight construction. etc.
I know it's been said already. But if you have an Amish shed builder in your area. Or there's a local wood mill. Ask them for somebody local who builds sheds. You won't go wrong.
The Amish will build a shed for you twice the quality for the same price (or less). And you can ask them (depending on where you are) for modifications to suit the cabin lifestyle (higher walls and what not).
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smallworks
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# Posted: 4 Aug 2015 22:26
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Quoting: creeky The Amish will build a shed for you twice the quality for the same price.or less.And you can ask them (depending on where you are) for modifications
Exactly what we did due to circumstances.
And we are turning it into our own.
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Just
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# Posted: 4 Aug 2015 22:54
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All the advice above is good but, don't let the task get to daunting . Pick a build YOU think YOU can handle and go for it .JUST SAYIN
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Rebel300r
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# Posted: 5 Aug 2015 01:48
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It worked out good for our family. 10'x8', mine will become the generator shed and tool storage once the cabin is complete. In the meanwhile, I have lights, electricity, heat, 4 windows, clean floor and can sleep up to 4 so better than a tent in many respects.
The real cabin floor is in now and next week I tackle the walls and roofing. I don't think I could have done it without something like the shed as a place to stay while working.
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Full Choke
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# Posted: 5 Aug 2015 21:56
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In defense of the info being given here on Home Depot sheds is NOT totally accurate !The sheds are made to be cost effective for many buyers. Many details go into this. Do some research and you'll see that in many areas they do custom built buildings. Now this myth of if its Amish built its better makes me laugh !
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LastOutlaw
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# Posted: 5 Aug 2015 23:18
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At one point we considered moving to our cabin full time and were ready to buy 2 of the 16x24 two story sheds and put them together. The reasoning for us was it would be an instant solid shelter that we could get into fairly quickly and flesh out the interior while in it.
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jenk2ta
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# Posted: 11 Aug 2015 16:04
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We did get a pre-fab shed, from http://abuilding4you.com/ It was delivered to our land and we did the rest. Insulated and wired, and am in the process of painting. Eventually the poor windows will be replaced with more efficient ones, but for now. We are pretty satisfied. We do not live there full time, but enjoy the 10 acres we have.
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Brknarow
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# Posted: 12 Aug 2015 05:57
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It looks good sitting there in a nice cool spot. That's the version of those cabins I've been looking at too; no loft. Being an aging fat man, the base of the loft-ladder would be where I'd need to keep the lifealert panic button. 
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