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Best Barns New Castle User Manual

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New Castle
Building Size 12'x16'
Revised September 28, 2022
Assembly Book
Best Barns USA
This manual is copyrighted. Under the copyright laws, this manual
may not be copied, in whole or in part, without consent from
RBS Holdings, LLC © Copyright 2022
Manufactured by RBS Holdings, LLC
205 Arlington Drive Greenville, PA 16125
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Best Barns New Castle Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryGarden Houses
BrandBest Barns
ModelNew Castle
MaterialWood
Window OptionsOptional
FoundationNot included
Wall Height7 ft.
WarrantyLimited warranty

Summary

Important Information About Your Shed Kit

Tool List

Lists all necessary tools for shed assembly, emphasizing safety precautions.

Siding Information

Details about the siding material, its installation, and finishing requirements.

Constructing Details for Deluxe Floor System

Prepare Floor Runners

Instructions for cutting and assembling 4x4 runners for the floor system.

Lay Out Joist Spacing

Guidance on marking 16" on-center spacing for floor joist headers.

Cut Floor Joists

Instructions on cutting 2x4 floor joists to the correct length for the building width.

Floor System Material List

List of materials and quantities required for constructing the deluxe floor system.

Step 1: Assemble 12' Side Walls

Assemble Wall Frames

Instructions for assembling the 12' side wall frames using 2x4s and wall studs.

Square Wall Frame

Method for ensuring the assembled wall frame is square using diagonal measurements.

Install Siding Panels

Guidance on attaching siding panels to the side wall frames, including overhang.

Step 2: Assemble Back Wall

Assemble Back Wall Frames

Steps to construct the back wall frame using 2x4s and wall studs.

Square Back Wall Frame

Ensuring the back wall frame is square through diagonal measurements.

Install Back Wall Siding

Attaching siding panels to the back wall frame with specified overhang.

Step 3: Assemble Back Wall Continued

Prepare 45° Wall Frame

Constructing a 45-degree angled wall frame for the back wall assembly.

Attach Back Wall Sections

Connecting the main back wall with the 45-degree frame sections.

Install Siding on 45° Frame

Applying siding to the 45-degree frame section of the back wall.

Step 4: Assemble Front Wall Frames

Prepare Front Wall Plates

Cutting and preparing 2x4 boards for front wall plates.

Install Header Support

Installing a 2x4 header support for the front wall frame.

Position and Mark Front Wall Studs

Layout and marking of stud positions on front wall plates.

Install Front Wall Header

Installing the final header support flush with the bottom plate.

Step 5: Install Siding on Front Wall Frames

Install LAP Edge Siding

Attaching the first siding panel with a LAP edge flush to the frame.

Install Tongue Edge Siding

Installing the next siding panel with a tongue edge for the door opening.

Install Remaining Siding Panels

Attaching the final siding panels to complete the front wall.

Handle Optional Window Cutouts

Instructions for cutting openings in siding for optional windows.

Step 6: Assemble Roof Gables

Create Bottom Gable Plates

Constructing the bottom plates for the roof gables using 2x4s and plywood gussets.

Attach Truss Rafters

Positioning and attaching the 80-1/2" truss rafters to the bottom plate.

Secure Truss Rafter Tops

Securing the top ends of the truss rafters together with a metal plate.

Install Gable Studs

Installing the 23-1/2" gable studs with angled cuts.

Secure Bottom Gable Plate

Fastening the 2x4 bottom plate to the truss rafters.

Step 7: Assemble Roof Trusses

Position Truss Rafters and Collar Tie

Arranging truss rafters and collar ties for assembly.

Secure Truss Rafter Gusset

Attaching a wood gusset to join the truss rafters at the top.

Secure Collar Tie

Fastening the collar tie to the truss rafters using screws.

Apply Opposite Side Gusset

Adding a wood gusset to the other side of the truss ridge.

Repeat Truss Assembly

Instructions to repeat the truss assembly process for multiple units.

Step 8: Set Walls & Install Door Header

Assemble Door Header

Constructing the door header using 2x4s and OSB filler.

Erect and Secure Wall Panels

Raising and joining wall panels, ensuring they are plumb and square.

Nail Siding at Corners

Securing siding panels where front and back walls meet at corners.

Install Door Header

Fitting and fastening the assembled door header between front wall studs.

Temporarily Brace Door Opening

Using 2x4s to hold the door opening walls stable during assembly.

Nail Wall Panels to Floor

Securing the assembled wall structure to the foundation or floor.

Install Siding Over Door Header

Attaching siding panels to cover the installed door header.

Step 9: Install Trim

Install Corner Trim

Attaching 1x3 corner trim boards to the side walls.

Install Front Wall Trim

Fitting 1x4 trim board flush with the front wall plate.

Install Gable End Trim

Attaching 1x4 trim boards to the gable ends.

Install Opposite Side Trim

Repeating trim installation on the other side wall and corners.

Step 10: Install Primed Soffit and Filler

Install Front Wall Soffit

Attaching the 7" wide soffit panels to the front wall.

Install Back Wall Soffit

Repeating the soffit installation for the back wall.

Install Side Wall Filler Panels

Fitting 4-1/4" filler panels onto the side walls.

Step 11: Install Siding on Gables

Prepare Gable Frame for Siding

Supporting the gable frame for stable siding installation.

Install Left Gable Siding

Attaching the first siding panel to the left gable.

Install Center and Right Gable Siding

Attaching the remaining siding panels to the gable.

Repeat Siding for Other Gable

Applying siding to the second gable frame.

Step 12: Install Gables

Secure Gable to Side Wall

Attaching the completed gable structure to the side wall.

Install Opposite Side Gable

Securing the second gable to the opposite side wall.

Step 13: Install 2x4 Tie Plates & Door Trim

Install Front Wall Tie Plates

Attaching 2x4 tie plates to the front wall structure.

Install Back Wall Tie Plates

Securing 2x4 tie plates to the back wall structure.

Install Door Opening Trim

Adding 1x3 trim boards around the door opening.

Step 14: Layout Roof Trusses

Mark Truss Spacing

Layout and marking of truss positions on the tie plates.

Install Metal Hangers

Attaching metal hangers to the tie plates for truss support.

Step 15: Set Roof Trusses and Soffit Blocks

Secure Trusses to Hangers

Placing and securing the roof trusses onto the installed metal hangers.

Install Soffit Blocks

Attaching 2x4 blocks to the soffit panel at truss ends.

Install Gable End Blocks

Fitting 2x4 blocks flush with the gable frame at soffit ends.

Step 16: Install Siding Filler

Install Siding Filler Over Blocks

Attaching small siding fillers over soffit blocks for a flush finish.

Step 17: Install 1x4 Fascia & Roof Sheathing

Install Front Gable Fascia

Attaching 1x4 fascia board flush with the siding on the front gable.

Install Center Fascia

Installing a 1x4 fascia board in the center of the building's roof line.

Install Rear Gable Fascia

Attaching 1x4 fascia to the rear gable end.

Install Roof Sheathing

Laying out and attaching roof sheathing panels to the trusses.

Repeat for Back of Building

Repeating fascia and roof sheathing installation on the back of the structure.

Step 18: Install Gable Trim

Install Keystone Trim

Attaching a keystone trim board at the peak of the gable.

Install Long Gable Trim

Fitting 1x4 trim boards flush with the roof sheathing on the gable.

Repeat Trim for Other Gable

Applying trim to the opposite gable end.

Step 19: Install Roofing — Not Supplied in Kit

Install Metal Roof Edging

Attaching metal edging around the perimeter of the roof area.

Install Shingles

Guidance on installing roofing shingles according to manufacturer instructions.

Ridge Vent Installation Tip

A tip suggesting ridge vents for improved building ventilation.

Step 20: Install Doors & Hardware

Prepare Left Door for Hinges

Laying out the left door and noting siding extension past trim.

Install Door Hinges

Attaching hinges to the door frame and side trim.

Position Doors in Opening

Temporarily placing doors to check fit and allow for expansion.

Install Side Trim

Adjusting and securing side trim to ensure proper door spacing.

Install Door Hasp

Attaching the hasp mechanism to the double doors.

Install Barrel Bolts

Fitting barrel bolts on the inside of the door to secure it.

Material List

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