Take a look at this 12×16 shed roof timber frame design! With only two bents supporting the plates, this is a simple frame to cut and raise. The overhangs are a generous two feet, adding extra protection from rain and sun. The upper plate is over 12 feet high, creating a nice volume for whatever use you choose for this sweet structure!
You could leave the top and sides open for a backyard pergola, cover just the roof for an airy pavilion, or enclose the sides to create a workshop, gardening shed, or writer’s retreat. The ceiling volume will make it feel larger than its dimensions.
The drawings include renderings so that you can visualize the completed frame. There is a timber schedule to make your lumber purchase easier. Then there are plan, elevation, and sectional drawings, along with all the piece and joinery details you will need to build this timber frame. The plan set is formatted in instantly-downloadable PDF for 8 ½” x 11’ paper so that it can be run off from any home printer or local copy shop.
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Can I get plans in metric measurements?
Sorry, Darren, we do not offer the plans in metric measurements. There are online converters, though, like this one
I’m interested in applying this design as a camping shelter in NE Washington. In addition to the plan itself offered here, what other books/instruction might a motivated beginning timberframer need to complete this project? I’m specifically wondering about tying the frame to a foundation in an area that will see frozen ground with temps in the single digits in winter.
For the foundation details check out https://timberframehq.com/construction-details/masonryconcrete-to-timber/, you can find the books we recommend at https://timberframehq.com/books/ and the schools at https://timberframehq.com/timber-framing-101/schools/ hope these help
i am confused on the orientation for the dimensions. As one stands in front of the highest opening (top plate over 12′ high), is it 12 feet wide or 16 feet wide? Usually, it seems your stated dimensions are depth by width, as in the 14 by 30 foot shed plan. But this one seems to be reversed with the 12 being the depth and the 16 being the width. Could you kindly set me straight! thanks.
This frame is 16′ wide, looking at the high end of the shed roof and 12′ deep in the direction that the rafters are running. The dimensions are from outside of post to outside of the post. Let us know if you are looking for something different.
Hello,
I’m interested in this frame. It’s for a covered backyard patio with a 12′ x 20′ footprint. Would be covered in steel roofing so not bearing any weight other than snow. I require some minor adjustments to height, 102″ in the front and 120″ against the house/rear. Is it possible to reconfigure to extend the plates to 20′? They really don’t have to be since this is only a footprint and can take advantage placing the posts 16′-18′ apart and extending the plate to get the added width.
Many thanks!
Sounds like you need some custom design work done. If you head to https://timberframehq.com/custom-design/ you can learn about what we offer, the process and fill out a brief questionnaire that sets you up for a preliminary kickoff call.
What size of post is it? I’m looking for 6×6 posts because 8×8 post bases don’t exist here in mexico.
It uses 8×8 posts but you can switch them out to 6x, since you do not have any snow loads down there.
what sort of snow load is this engineered for?
It would depend largely on the timber species that you use. What are you planning on using?
Hello Brice. What would it cost to modify the plans for 8 x 12 dimension? Thanks, Joshua
Joshua, please visit our custom design page. There is a lot of information there, including approximate design fees for various sized plans.
Intento solicitaros una variación de:
Plano de marco de madera para techo de cobertizo de 12 × 16
el sistema o me deja poner mis datos ya que estoy en España.
Cómo debo gestionarlo para poder pediros una ampliación a 7′ x 20′
Gracias
Please go to our custom design page and fill out the form to get in touch with our team.
Hi!
I would like to convert this plan to a 11×18 format, with the inclined roof on the longest side.
Do you offer services to adapt the plan?
Thanks
We do take on custom projects and would like to talk to you further about yours. Check out our page, HERE, describing what we offer and the process of our custom design services.
Fill out the design questionnaire so we can understand your needs. That’s the best way to communicate with our team and get an estimate for design services.
As soon as we get your information and give it a quick review we’ll contact you. Please allow a couple of days for our designers to respond.
How many board feet are in this project, and where do I find the current cost of board feet for pine?
That plan requires 1250.7 board feet. As far as pricing for the timbers, that is very location-dependent.
Okay, thank you. Of the total board feet, how many are used in the posts?
I’m trying to figure out the most cost effective way to make the wood touching the ground be rot resistant wood. If you have any tips on this, it would be much appreciated!
There are 48 board feet in the posts. We never recommend wood to touch the ground. We recommend some sort of concrete base with these spacers.