Build Quality & Materials

What makes a quality shed?

Look at the floor system, framing spacing, siding, and roofing. Real dimensional lumber, treated runners, tight joist spacing, engineered wood siding, and architectural shingles are what separate a 30-year building from a five-year kit. The full checklist is in how to determine a quality shed.

What floor joist spacing do you use?

Our sheds are framed with floor joists 16 inches on center, and our garages step up to 8 inches on center. Both sit on pressure-treated 4x4 runners with PerformMAX flooring above. We explain spacing and spans in what is a floor joist.

What siding, paint, and shingles do you use?

We use LP SmartSide engineered siding finished with Sherwin-Williams A-100 exterior paint, and Owens Corning TruDefinition 30-year architectural shingles. Standard buildings arrive painted and trimmed. Material details are covered in how to determine a quality shed.

Which shed style should I choose?

Match the style to headroom and looks. A-Frame is the value workhorse, Quaker adds curb appeal with an offset roof, Hi-Wall Barn maximizes loft and standing room, and Studio's single slope suits modern homes and offices. Compare every style in how to choose the right shed style.

Can I get a metal roof on my shed?

Yes. You can choose a 29-gauge metal roof, offered in pitches designed to shed heavy snow, instead of the standard Owens Corning 30-year architectural shingles. Metal suits high snow-load and mountain areas and comes in several colors. Pick your roof in the customizer or with our team. Compare options in how to determine a quality shed.

Can I choose the colors of my shed?

Yes. You choose the siding, trim, and roof colors for a new build, and standard buildings arrive painted and trimmed with Sherwin-Williams exterior paint over LP SmartSide siding. Matching your house is a common choice, and some HOAs require it. Browse the options in our shed color guide.

Can I get James Hardie siding on my shed?

Yes, as an upgrade. Our standard siding is LP SmartSide engineered wood; James Hardie fiber-cement siding is an option that costs more and is often considered where wildfire-resilient materials matter. Whether it is required depends on your location and code. The trade-offs and pricing are covered in our Hardie siding and Colorado wildfire code guide.