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may not be copied, in whole or in part, without consent from Reynolds
Building Systems, Inc. © Copyright 2011
the Denver
12' x 20'
Revised July 15, 2021
Assembly Book
Best Barns USA
Manufactured by Reynolds Building Systems, Inc.
205 Arlington Drive Greenville, PA 16125
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Reynolds Building Systems Best Barns Denver Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandReynolds Building Systems
ModelBest Barns Denver
CategoryOutdoor Storage
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Information and Tools

Download Latest Manual

Access the most current shed kit instruction book online for updates and details.

Assembly Support and Materials

Contact information for assembly questions and details on kit materials.

Foundation and Preparation Notes

Guidance on foundation considerations and required preparation before assembly.

Tool List for Assembly

List of necessary tools for constructing the shed kit.

Deluxe Floor System Construction

Foundation Size and Codes

Details on foundation dimensions and local building code requirements.

Prepare Joist Headers

Cutting 2x4 boards to create joist headers for the floor frame.

Cut and Install Floor Joists

Preparing and securing 2x4 treated boards as floor joists.

Place and Square Floor Assembly

Positioning the floor frame onto 4x4 runners and ensuring it is square.

Install Floor Flooring

Laying the 4x8 flooring panels over the constructed floor joists.

Step 1 Assemble Trusses

Assemble Gable Plates

Constructing the base plates for the roof trusses using 2x4s and gussets.

Position and Secure Truss Halves

Assembling the main truss structure by joining halves and securing them.

Complete Truss Assembly

Repeating the truss assembly process to create all required trusses.

Step 2 Assemble Roof Gables

Construct Gable Rafters

Assembling the structural components of the roof gables using rafters and plates.

Install Gable Supports and Bracing

Adding central braces and reinforcing elements to the roof gables.

Assemble Front Roof Gable

Repeating the gable assembly process for the front section of the shed.

Step 3 Apply Siding and Trim to Roof Gables

Install Gable Siding

Attaching pre-cut siding panels to the exterior of the roof gable frames.

Install Gable Trim

Applying trim boards along the edges and sides of the roof gables.

Step 4 Assemble Door Header & Bottom Wall Plate

Assemble Door Header

Constructing the main structural header for the door opening.

Assemble Bottom Wall Plate

Building the base plate for the front wall, including the door opening.

Step 5 Assemble Front Wall

Prepare Front Wall Frame

Installing studs and door jacks for the front wall structure.

Install Door Header

Securing the pre-assembled door header into the front wall frame.

Apply Front Wall Siding

Attaching siding panels to the completed front wall frame.

Step 6A Assemble 10' Side Walls

Prepare Side Wall Plates

Positioning and marking 2x4 boards to form the side wall plates.

Install Side Wall Studs

Securing the 80-1/4" studs between the prepared wall plates.

Square Frame and Apply Siding

Ensuring the wall frame is square before applying siding panels.

Step 6B Assemble Side Walls for 20' Building Length

Connect 10' Side Wall Sections

Butting two 10' side wall frames together to form a longer section.

Apply Side Wall Siding Panels

Attaching siding panels to the assembled 20' side wall frames.

Step 7 Assemble Back Wall

Prepare Back Wall Plates

Positioning and marking the 68-1/2" boards for the back wall construction.

Install Back Wall Studs

Securing the 80-1/4" studs between the back wall plates.

Apply Back Wall Siding

Attaching siding panels to the completed back wall frame.

Step 8A Build Center Wall Brace & Set Walls

Assemble Wall Brace Components

Cutting and joining lumber pieces to construct the center wall brace.

Position and Secure Wall Panels

Setting the back and side wall panels in place and securing the corners.

Install Center Wall Brace

Attaching the central brace between the side walls for stability.

Step 8B Build Center Wall Brace & Set Walls (Continued)

Secure Center Wall Brace

Finalizing the installation of the center wall brace to ensure plumb walls.

Step 9 Install 1x4 Trim

Install Back Wall Trim

Applying 1x4 trim boards to the corners and top edge of the back wall.

Install Front Wall Trim

Applying 1x4 trim boards to the corners and top edge of the front wall.

Step 10 Install Roof Gables

Attach Roof Gables

Securing the pre-assembled roof gables to the top of the side walls.

Step 11 Install 2x4 Tie Plates on Side Walls

Install Side Wall Tie Plates

Adding 2x4 tie plates along the top edge of the side walls for reinforcement.

Step 12 Install Gable Support Shelf

Assemble Gable Support Shelf

Constructing the shelf structure using 2x4s and blocks for gable support.

Install Gable Shelf Components

Attaching the shelf to walls and installing OSB panels for rigidity.

Step 13 Layout Roof Trusses

Mark Truss Spacing

Measuring and marking the precise positions for roof trusses on the gable ends.

Step 14 Install Trusses & Soffit Boards

Secure Roof Trusses

Fastening the roof trusses to the wall plates using hangers.

Install Soffit Boards

Attaching soffit boards to the gable ends and sides of the shed.

Step 15 Install Roof Sheathing

Install Roof Sheathing Panels

Laying OSB panels to create the roof deck, starting from the rear.

Apply Top Roof Sheathing

Completing the roof sheathing and installing plyclips for ventilation.

Step 16 Install Front Trim

Install Front Trim Components

Attaching trim pieces around the front gable and door opening for finishing.

Step 17 Install Roofing

Prepare for Roofing Installation

Installing metal roof edging and felt paper for protection.

Install Shingles

Applying the final roofing material according to manufacturer instructions.

Step 18 Install Doors

Prepare and Hang Doors

Attaching hinges and mounting the main doors into the opening.

Install Door Hardware

Fitting barrel bolts and latches for door security and proper operation.