Making a shed ramp
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- Опубліковано 31 лип 2024
- I built a shed ramp with Trex! Let me know what you think!
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Materials:
(3) 2X8X8 ground contact treated lumber
(1) 8' Trex Square Edge
(3) 16' Trex Grooved Edge
Composite screws, deck screws and (5) 4" lag bolts
I had to make the shed ramp 5 feet wide and 4 feet long. The shed was about 1 foot off the ground. I dug down 6 inches to make sure it would be level with the ground. 1.5 inches for the pavers 3.5 inches for the 2X4 and 1 inch for the Trex boards. I made sure the bricks were level. I cut the boards to length and then ripped them in half to make the 2X4. I placed one end of the board on a cement block and the other end in the shed opening. I placed my level against the board and side of the opening to determine the angle that I needed. I cut all the boards at the same angle on the chop saw. I used decking screws to hold the frame together. I screwed one lag bolt into the middle of the ramp to attach it to the shed. I used my level to make sure it was level and used the rest of the lag bolts to secure it in place. Then the frame was complete. I decided to cut Trex for the sides of the ramp first as it was easy to scribe a line on the back to determine the correct angles. I did both sides the same way. Next I cut the square edge Trex for the two sides. I cut them at a 45 degree angle to meet up at the bottom. The last part was just to fill in the middle with the Grooved Trex. Let me know what questions you may have.
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Would you use Trex for your shed ramp?
Is the trex slippery when wet? What about snow?
Yes, it is a little slick when it gets wet. I'm sure it will be the same with snow but not certain as It has not snowed yet.
That might be the nicest looking shed ramp on UA-cam.
I was going to build a regular ramp for my shed, but after seeing yours... I love it! Great work and thank you for sharing!
Great! I’m glad it helps!
My guy! I just built a patio and have leftover trex. Just poured my slab for the shed and had every intention to use the trex for the ramp. Wouldnt imagine I would fine a video on youtube with what I wanted to do. Thanks so much, will used this to build mine and will reply back when I get it done, probably around 10/16/2022. Thanks so much!
Cool! I’m glad it helps! Good luck with your project!
Hey Brian! How is the shed coming along?
@@Tonyswoodshop its is 90% done! Wish we could post pics on youtube replies. I just have the doors and paint to do. I got my solar working. In the spring, I will add a 5' lean to for my ATV. Thanks for asking!
@@brianswiger9390 I’m sure it’s pretty nice especially with the solar!
one of the only videos i've seen showing how to cut the angle to the stringers attached to the shed. great job
Thank you Phil!
I just had a man build a shed for me. I wanted to build a ramp for my shed and came across your video and I really liked your ramp. We went to town and got the material you recommended, can’t wait to get it done, thank you
Great! I am glad it helps.
Hey Clark! How is the shed ramp?
Really nice ramp! Thank you for sharing
No problem Jane
Nice job!
Great job. I will be doing this tomorrow
Thank you! Good luck with yours!
Thank you. I’ll reply when I finish to let you know how it went.
Sounds good, thank you.
What a nice job.
Thank you
one thing I have learned put gravel under your ramp if it is 6 feet wide add concrete block under the center of the ramp half way down as it supports the ramp much better . Pressure treated wood is not as good as it used to be . Never cut your door also as driving rain and melting snow will get under the bottom cut of the door and ruin your floor . I also used flashing tape against wood to wood contact to keep rot from happening . I also added 4x4's to the sides to make a railing so if ther ramp s slippery when I walk up it ,I have something to grab onto . I also went under my prebuilt shed and added joist hangers to the joists . I want the shed foor supported as much as possible
Sound like you made a pretty good ramp! Thank you for sharing your suggestions.
@@Tonyswoodshop thank you and believe me it can hold alot of weight . I took my gorrila cart up the ramp with 12 concrete blocks loaded in it because we got a sudden downpour . I used 2x12's for the top boards also . But on new shed I am only using deck boards for now .Hurrican tie downs on the roof trusses are almost done , buty those sudden storms last night cut me short of finishing them . 5 storms back to back after the first storm . The hail hit me while I was driving the mower and cart in the shed . Storm warning after storm warning on weather radio after that
@@sissymurphy9620 Oh wow! better to stay inside. The shed can wait.
Nice job! I need to build a ramp today for my shed.
Good luck Danny!
How did your ramp build go?
Nice job! I would think it will last a long time.
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Thank you Dan!
Very nice! Thanks for sharing. And I like the look of the shed with the metal on it. Did you build your shed as well? I would love to have something that’s not completely wood. Wood doesn’t last long enough and looks bad over time.
Really nice. Did you use spacers between the deck boards? You must of measured precisely in order to not have to rip that last deck board.
I’m about to replace mine that rotted after 7 years. I’m going to use 2x6 and attempt what you did. I’m just not good at cutting those angles on the side like you did and the outline of the deck boards.
It’s best to use a little space to allow for expansion and contraction. I did have to rip the last piece. 2x6 in reality is 1.5x5.5 you can measure how long you want and round to the nearest 5.5” the outline is 45 degree angles at the bottom. Make sure you ground contact treated lumber.
One thing you missed. Before the cement block went in you should of tamped for stability.
Nice job. Can you please tell me what size are the joists? Hard to tell. Thanks.
They are 2x8 pressure treated
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it's very expensive shed ramp but looks very nice so how long will be last?
hopefully 25+ years
Great job and thanks for the vid. I plan to do something similar. A few questions for you: 1) Did you need to cut your doors or were they short enough to allow the ramp (mine need to be cut)? 2) I noticed you only screwed on the ends of the boards - any issues? 3) How is it holding up?
Thank you for watching. The doors fit inside so I did not have to trim them. If yours hang over the edge, you can trim them or just build just below it and have a little bump to go up into the shed. Screws only on the ends worked fine. The gap is not to big but any bigger I would probably put some in the middle. No need to put screws in every joist. I have not heard any complaints from the customer. Good luck with yours!
@@Tonyswoodshop Thanks for the quick reply!
I thought grooved was supposed to use the hidden fasteners?
I got the grooved because it was cheaper. That’s the main reason I put the board all the way around. To hide the grooves from the side.
Do you really need 6 - 16’ grooved edge boards? Thank you for getting back with me
Depends on what size ramp is being built.
@@Tonyswoodshop same size as yours
You are right. I think I only used 3. I need to change the description. Thank you for pointing that out.
It really looks nice….very nice. I’m ripping out our TimberTech deck, as we are having Goshen Stone patios installed. And the TimberTech product still has a use…and my current wood ramp to my shed is approaching 11 years old, and starting to soften. I’m just unsure why you felt the need to “picture frame” it. (Again, it does look nice, but seems overly problematic). And why did you overhang the left and right edge? And you didn’t use spacers….I guess there isn’t really a need, except to let the wood beneath ‘breathe’. Now you asked “will it last?” The “synthetic-wood” planks sure will. Frame? I’m guessing 10-12 years, depending on moisture in the ground. That red clay you dug…I’m assuming you are down south…..I’m in New England and I only wish I could dig ground that easy! And regarding that small trench to stabilize the ramp’s end, I thought, was a very nice touch. Overall, a nice looking item that is both useful and attractive. Bravo-Zulu, we’ll done.
Thank you for your support! I picture framed it because the Trex has grooves on the bottom. Those grooves would be easily seen from the sides. I’m sure it would be fine all in the same direction but I think it looks better this way. I wish I didn’t do the overhang. It just adds a weak spot. I wouldn’t do that again.
@@Tonyswoodshop You are correct--I had forgot about Trex having grooves on one side (it was one of the reasons my builder stated why he didn’t like Trex). Still, you did a beautiful job…the TimberTech deck planks that I’m dismantling has two usable sides….either of which can be installed facing up (one side has fake wood grain imprinted), with a single groove on each edge. That way, you screw in spacers and prevents drilling the surface. Little did I realize that the sub-contractor did such a crappy job with the framework, which after 11 years is starting to rot (one more reason that we are installing a stone patio). Still, your effort is nice….and you did a very nice job detailing it with “picture frame”….and I really like the color, which compliments your shed. Thank you for that prompt reply! Heck, I’m not even on my second cup of coffee! Be well, stay safe….and “happy hammering”!
@@captaincoyote1792 appreciate it! I’m still on my first cup. Cheers
What color Trex did you use?
I believe it’s the “clam shell” color. I got it from Lowe’s.
What's the total cost of the materials?
Somewhere around $200
@@Tonyswoodshop Thanks
Could do without the annoying music!
Sorry you didn't like the music. I hope the rest was useful though.
Rest was great!
@@squidders8656 Appreciate it!
My husband could do better
Great. Do you want a cookie?
And?
He's probably lacking in other departments.....if ya know what I mean.
This isn’t a competition and I’m sure that he post this helpful video for others who welcome it. Negative comments aren’t helpful. It’s enough negativity in the world without your assistance. How about spreading some kindness.
No. She meant that he could do better than be with her. There are much better women out there. I think she goes around leaving comments about her miserable life.