The Ultimate Guide to Building a Strong and Durable Shed Base

💪A concrete shed base is strong and durable, providing stability for your shed.

🏗️Creating a shed base requires heavy lifting and physical work, including earth removal and the use of concrete.

🔨Defining the shape and depth of the shed base using treated timber ensures accuracy and provides a framework for the concrete.

📐Ensuring the shed base is a true rectangle with equal diagonal lengths helps maintain the shape and stability of the shed.

🚜Compacting the sub base material and using a plate compactor or rammer helps create a solid and well-draining foundation.

What materials do I need for a concrete shed base?

—You will need treated timber, MOT type 1 sub base material, concrete mix, and water. It's also helpful to have a plate compactor or rammer for compacting the sub base.

How do I ensure the shed base is level?

—Using a long spirit level and ensuring each piece of timber is level will help you achieve a flat and level shed base. Additionally, measuring the frame corner-to-corner and adjusting as needed will help maintain shape and levelness.

Can I hire a cement mixer for the concrete?

—Yes, you can hire a cement mixer for the concrete. However, be aware that they are heavy and may require assistance with transportation and assembly.

How long does it take to complete a concrete shed base?

—The timeframe depends on the size of the base and the resources available. Generally, it can be completed in a day if using a cement mixer. Allow at least two days before walking on or constructing a shed on the base.

Do I need to cover the concrete base after pouring?

—It is recommended to cover the concrete with a tarpaulin on hot sunny days to slow down evaporation and prevent cracking. Ideally, the base should be laid at least two days before constructing a shed on it.

00:02A concrete shed base provides strength and durability, ensuring your shed stays in place.

00:12Using treated timber, define the shape and depth of the shed base to accurately frame the concrete.

01:24MOT type 1 sub base material, when compacted, creates a strong and well-draining foundation.

02:01Using a cement mixer makes the concrete mixing process faster and more efficient.

02:27Flatten the concrete using a long piece of timber in a sawing motion until it is at the right level.