Quality Shed Materials - Part 1

The biggest factor in ensuring you have a quality, long-lasting backyard shed is the materials used to craft your shed. This is the first blog in a series where we will deep dive into our shed materials. This first installment will focus on the wood used for your backyard shed. Read more below on what wood we use, why we use it, and where it is used.

The first thing that comes to mind is the wood used for a classic wooden shed. Some of the most common kinds used include pine, cedar, fir, and spruce. We at Shed Crafters of Sycamore use Southern Yellow Pine. We specifically use pine to frame the floor because it is durable, rot-resistant, and cost-effective. We typically use another kind of wood (cedar, fir, or spruce) for the siding and roofing, depending on availability. We also use 2x6 dimensional lumber. According to Home Depot, "Dimensional lumber is ideal for a wide range of structural and nonstructural applications including framing of houses, barns, sheds and commercial construction."

For the siding and roofing, we use plywood. Structurally, plywood is strong, durable, and resists warping and twisting better than solid wood. Plywood is also moisture and rot-resistant, making it suitable for every season. We also prefer plywood because it is versatile,e which allows us to make more customizations for our customers. Another bonus of using plywood is that creating plywood actually takes less sheets compared to solid lumber, making it a more eco friendly option!

Our main concerns when sourcing wood for one of our builds is if the wood is durable, weather-resistant, and isn't going to break the bank for our customers. In the next installment, we are going to talk more about PVC trim and windows.