looking for advice on shed build.

[MM0SDK]

Hi.

I'm looking at building a 11x7ft shed on a concrete base that was left behind from a small, brick built workshop. One problem i have is there are a few spots of the base that are a bit soft. Having no experience in shed construction, i'm not sure where to go with it as i obviously don't want to bodge it.

One other question i have, would 4x2 joists be sufficient for a 11x7 floor. I was thinking 3x2 for stud work. Appreciate peoples advice on this who are far more knowledgeable than myself.

Thanks

 

[Deleted member 174758]

Depending on intended load and usage at those dimensions you could opt for 3 x 2 joists (across the 7ft) and 2 x 2 studwork although those are more storage shed dimensions. If you intend to.use it as a workshop you will need the larger dimension stuff. I"d recommend pressure treated timber for exterior use

 

[MM0SDK]

Thanks for your reply. I was hoping to use the shed as a workshop, so you think 4x2's would cut it or even larger?

 

[Deleted member 174758]

Well, in structural terms 4 x 2s can be used to support floors on 16ibln centres with a 7ft span, so yes.