PROFESSIONAL SHED PLANS + FREE VIDEO GUIDANCE
Start Building Your Dream Shed Today
Take the guesswork out of your project with our gable shed plans, complete material lists, Excel costing tool, and a 15-part step-by-step video series – by professional builder Henry Reinders.
- Clear drawings, dimensions and material information
- Free shed-building videos for every major stage
- Practical instruction for DIY’ers of all experience levels
WELCOME FROM HENRY REINDERS
Advice From Henry,
a Builder With More Than 45 Years of Experience
I design the plans, produce the videos and answer your project questions personally. Everything on Country Life Projects is built around accurate, practical guidance based on my 45 years as a professional builder, renovator and woodworker.
Whether you are building your first shed or any other project, my goal is to help you build like a Pro and avoid costly mistakes.
MOST WATCHED SHED LESSONS
Start With Our Most Popular Shed Building Videos
These lessons come from the complete shed building video series and cover the stages most frequently viewed by our visitors and customers.
SHED VIDEO 4
How to Build Homemade Roof Trusses
Build consistent shed trusses with a full-size jig and plywood gussets.
SHED VIDEO 13
How to Install Asphalt Roofing Shingles
Lay out and install 3-tab shingles for a straight, weather-resistant roof.
SHED VIDEO 11
How to Install Fascia and Soffit Trim
Finish the roof edges cleanly with accurately fitted fascia and soffit.
SHED VIDEO 9
How to Build and Install Soffit Ladders
Construct and fit the overhang framing accurately at each gable end.
BUILDING THIS SHED?
Use the Videos for Guidance and the Plans for Exact Details
Choose the shed size that fits your needs. Each plan package provides building tips, the drawings, material information and lists, and links to our Free videos to guide you through every stage of construction.
BUILT BY COUNTRY LIFE PROJECTS VIEWERS
Real Sheds & Projects Built By Our Viewers
See how viewers used our plans, videos, or both – and adapted the ideas to suit their own needs.
BRIAN’S PROJECT
Brian’s 10×12 Shed With Flower Boxes and a Homemade Wood Door
Brian created the extra storage space he needed and finished the shed with warm, personal details.
FAITH’S PROJECT
Faith’s 24×12 Shed Built by Jim W.
A spacious building designed for Jim’s granddaughter to care for her dogs.
MAR’S PROJECT
Mar’s 12×16 Storage Shed Project
Mar adapted the plans to a larger footprint and prepared drawings for permitting.
BRENT’S PROJECT
Brent’s 10×12 Shed With PVC Trim and an Overhead Door
Brent modified the plans for a concrete base, windows and two door styles.
MORE DIY PROJECTS
More Useful & Fun Projects
Build practical additions for your workshop, garden and property with Henry’s Video Tutorials.
GARDEN PROJECT
Deer-Proof Garden Fence With Raised Beds
Build a protected garden enclosure with raised beds and a strong perimeter fence.
WORKSHOP PROJECT
Super-Strong Lightweight Folding Sawhorses
Build strong, lightweight folding sawhorses that store flat when the job is finished.
OUTDOOR PROJECT
Critter-Proof Shallow Well Cover
Build a practical shallow-well cover that protects the equipment from animals and weather.
PRACTICAL SKILL
How to Cut Glass—It’s a Snap
Learn a simple method for scoring and snapping glass cleanly for small projects.
FREE GARDEN ENCLOSURE PLANS
Protect Your Garden From Wildlife With Our Proven Enclosure Design
Check out our bear & deer proof garden enclosure project, including garden fencing, raised beds, construction details and a free plans. No Digging Holes! No Concrete!
HENRY’S FAVORITE TOOLS
Reliable Tools Worth Knowing About
Reviews and recommendations based on Henry’s real workshop and jobsite use.
FEATURED TOOL REVIEW
Narex Chisels and Sets: Durable, Reliable and Budget-Friendly
A closer look at an affordable chisel set that delivers dependable performance for everyday woodworking and carpentry.
TOOL TALK
Lenox Self-Ejecting Hole Saw Arbor
TOOL TALK
Kreg Classic 3-Inch Face Clamp
TOOL TALK
Dewalt DW713 Miter Saw
TOOL TALK
Jorgensen Rubber-Handled Clamps
POPULAR WITH OUR READERS
More Shed Builds and Ideas to Explore
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Tommy’s Texas Storage Shed With Roll-Up Door
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Faith’s 24×12 Shed Built by Jim W.
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Well House Shed Project—Built Like a Pro
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