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"larkim" wrote in message
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Having spent all last weekend tearing down and cutting up an old
shed, I now want to replace it with a shiny new model.

The "base" that the existing shed was on was merely leveled ground
with apparently rolls of shed roofing felt laid over it to create a
barrier. Bear in mind we estimate that the shed was at least 40 years old.

The shed manufacturers have been fairly non-committal about what they
want as a base (essentially anything solid-ish and level will do
them), so curious if there are any particular recommendations or
pitfalls to avoid.

I've got quite a few spare paving flags lying around, so very tempted
to use those for substantial parts of the job. Do you need to
consider water penetrating if sitting on a solid surface such as this?

Any help gratefully received!

Matt

A regularly discussed topic here

100mm concrete base (DPC under concrete to stop water draining down
whilst setting) is the easiest and most durable

When set just drop the shed floor on to it

I've never liked the shed base just being laid onto a concrete/slab base
- seems to be asking for the cross members to rot. I like better
ventilation.


Concrete blocks with wooden bearers at 500mm centres at right angles to
the shed floor 'joists' cheaper but more trouble to get level all over


That's basically what I did in the old house. Can't say I thought it was
hard to get it level. Less work I'd say than laying slabs or a concrete
base.
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Chris French