About this shed
This 10′ x 10′ gable garden shed (100 sq/ft) sits at the back of a large, wooded yard in Langley, BC. It has grey LP SmartSide siding, white trim, wide overhangs and barn doors, and it rests on a bed of gravel.
Quick facts about this Langley garden shed
- Location: Township of Langley, BC
- Size: 10′ x 10′ (100 sq/ft, about 9.3 m²)
- Design: Gable shed
- Foundation: Gravel pad
- Overhangs: Front 12″; sides 6″
- Siding: LP SmartSide
A simple gable shed on a gravel pad
The shed has a plain gable roof with a 12-inch front overhang and 6-inch side overhangs. One side has two windows, and the other end is left plain.
Delivery day
The shed arrived on a trailer. The photos show the trailer at the fence line, a section of the cedar fence set aside and work at the fence posts around the delivery truck.
Inside the roof
Inside, the shed is left bare. The photos show the roof framing, the plywood sheathing and a vent in the gable wall.
Why a gable shed suits a garden
A gable shed has a simple peaked roof that sheds rain and snow to both sides. The shape is easy to build and gives headroom under the ridge. Wide overhangs, like the 12-inch front overhang on this shed, keep rain off the door and the front wall.
What a shed like this stores
A 100 sq/ft shed is large enough for a lawn mower, garden tools, bikes, patio furniture and bins, with room for shelves along the walls. Barn doors open wide, which makes it easy to move bigger items in and out, and they can be locked.
Gravel pads and drainage
A bed of compacted gravel is a simple base for a shed. It drains well, keeps the floor away from wet soil and can be built up to level a sloping site. A level base also keeps the doors working smoothly over the years.
Preparing the site
A shed is only as flat and solid as the ground under it. Before delivery, it helps to:
- Pick a spot with clear access for people and materials, and keep it away from trees and overhead wires.
- Level the area and set a firm base, such as compacted gravel or a leveled pad, so the floor stays flat and water drains away.
- Check the setbacks from the property lines and any easements in your city’s shed rules.
- Leave room around the shed to open the door fully and to reach the walls for painting.
Keeping the siding in good shape
The siding is LP SmartSide, a primed engineered wood siding that is painted after it is installed. Like any painted wood product, it lasts longest when the paint is kept in good condition. Look the shed over once a year, repaint any worn spots, keep soil and mulch from touching the bottom of the siding, and trim back plants that hold moisture against the walls.
| Location | Township of Langley, BC |
|---|---|
| Size | 10′ x 10′ (100 sq/ft, about 9.3 m²) |
| Design | Gable shed |
| Foundation | Gravel pad |
| Overhangs | Front 12″; sides 6″ |
| Siding | LP SmartSide |
| Ceiling | Bare |
| Door | Barn doors |
| Windows | As shown in the photos |
| Electrical | None |
| Heat | None |
More photos
The photos below show the site, the delivery and the work around the fence.
What to plan before building a garden shed
A garden shed is a simple building, but the site and the delivery still need planning.
- Gravel pad: a level bed of gravel keeps the shed floor dry and flat.
- Access: check the gate, fence and path. A fence section may need to come down for the trailer.
- Permit: at 100 sq/ft (about 9.3 m²) this shed is just under the 10 m² (108 sq/ft) size that the BC Building Code leaves out. Zoning still applies, so check the Township of Langley shed rules.
- Overhangs: wider overhangs keep rain off the walls and door.
Frequently asked questions
How big is this shed?
It’s 10 feet by 10 feet, which is 100 sq/ft (about 9.3 m²).
What is the shed made of?
A framed gable shed with LP SmartSide siding, barn doors and a gravel pad underneath.
Does a shed this size need a building permit?
At 100 sq/ft it is under the 10 m² (108 sq/ft) size that the BC Building Code leaves out, but zoning rules still apply. This shed is in the Township of Langley, so read the Township of Langley shed rules page and confirm with the Township.
Can a shed be delivered to a backyard?
Yes. This one arrived on a trailer, and the photos show the fence work done around the delivery.
Why use a gravel pad under a shed?
Gravel drains water away, keeps the floor off wet ground and can be levelled to give a flat base.
What can you store in a 10×10 shed?
A 100 sq/ft shed fits a lawn mower, garden tools, bikes and bins, with room for shelves along the walls.
Do wide roof overhangs help?
Yes. Overhangs shed rain away from the walls and the door, which helps the siding and the paint last longer.
More outbuildings to explore
Browse more Backyard Outbuildings, see all sheds, garages and barns, or read the Maximum Shed Size Without a Permit guide.