Originally built in a historical district in world-renowned Dorset, Vermont, this charming salt box shed offers a unique Victorian flare. The handsome black architectural shingles finished off with an antique roll top ridge cap fits nicely among old slate roofs. The 96 square feet of floor space and generous head room allows storage of heavy lawn tractors, lawn furniture, bicycles, and pool equipment. The five foot double doors and barn sash windows are complimented with beefy black hardware. This attractive durable design includes horizontal pine clapboard siding and a wood louvered vent. This elegant storage shed will be the envy of the neighborhood.
The roof line defines the saltbox shed. This traditional simple and distinctive New England design features a flat rear and steep sloped front roof that sheds snow off the back and out of the way. It evolved around 1700 from the practice of adding a shed roof to the back of a house in order to gain extra space. By the mid seventeen hundreds the saltbox started appearing as a distinct style, rather than just an adaptation. The name originated from the profile resemblance of the old fashioned salt keeping containers.
Hand made in Vermont, from native rough sawn hemlock and pine lumber, the pre-cut lumber package includes all fastening hardware, roofing, and step-by-step plans. Rugged post and beam techniques passed down through the centuries are applied to pre cut and notch this kit into a sturdy picturesque house reminiscent of old New England. Designed for the beginner carpenter the kit pieces are color-coded, and part numbered.
The 8x12 Church St. kit will be delivered curbside by common carrier. Client is recommended to be on site to receive delivery and unload. Technical support is provided via our toll free support line. To learn more visit the frequently asked questions, and product overview pages.
Included in the kit:
All Fastening Hardware
Step by Step plans
8x12 Church St. Specifications:
Square Footage:
96 sq ft
Overall dimensions:
13’ wide x 9’6” deep x 10’6” high
Floor:
Floor System rating 50lbs/sq.ft.
Two 4x6x12 hemlock skids
2x6 hemlock floor framing 24” on center
¾” CDX plywood floor
Walls:
4x4 post and beam wall framing
83” front wall height, 71” rear wall height
Wood louvered vent in gable end
Doors:
Double 5’0” JCS doors
3’ long x 5’ wide treated ramp
Windows:
Two Six light opening barn sash windows
Roof:
2x6 rafters 24” on center
1” Solid board sheathing
1x6 collar ties
Black architectural asphalt shingles
Copper roll top ridge cap
Siding:
Planned smooth horizontal pine clapboard siding
1x4 rough sawn pine door, corner and window trim
2” thick rough sawn pine fascia and shadow
