If this is not a valid post, please feel free to point me to the right direction. I've never built anything like this before, but it seems simple. There is a similar smaller structure on the property already which I'm sort of copying.Mock up here: http://ift.tt/2mNSBoQ looking for a solution to store our utility trailer outside specifically. It would be neat to have a bit more space than that though for other gear - maybe some bikes, or firewood, or whatever.I've been looking for a shed/leanto to buy, but there are two concerns: (A) it gets expensive when looking at what I truly want, potentially more expensive than it is to replace the trailer in a few years (B) the configuration of our property/driveway may prohibit the transport of a prefab structure.So, I started thinking about a do it yourself way....The structure in the mock up from the ground up:30 ft x 30 ft gravel/stone on top of landscape fabric6 4x4x16 posts + 2 4x4x12 posts, sunk between 3 and 4 ft into ground. Above ground, posts would be cut to height of 7 ft, 8 ft, 9 ft (back to front)4x4x12 beams laid across the upright posts (2 in of each beam resting on each post)2x4x12 boards 2 ft off center across the beams (2 in of each board rests on each beam)6x4 ft sheets of metal roof panels on top of the boardsFinal cost seems to be under $1,000 (1/4 what I'm looking at buying prefab and on concrete slab)What I am looking for is, well, does this mock up look right and sound right? Does it seem solid? Would I want to consider alternate sized boards or beams? Would I want to consider extra bracing anywhere? Should I scrap this idea entirely?I like that this opens possibility to place plywood panels and maybe siding in the future, but most likely won't happen.Thanks for the helpEditWow, great, great info. Thought this was a brilliant plan but definitely shows I don't know what I'm doing lol.I will be rethinking this and will probably consult the pros or settle for a tarp solution in the short term. via /r/DIY http://ift.tt/2DrdFfb
