wanting to build a shed (12x24) with dirt floor

[toddhick]

i wasn't really thinking of the wind load. something that long would probably act like a sail...

Goedjn wrote:

[Willshak]

A building that size probably requires a permit and inspection. Check with the building department to see how you must build it. Setbacks, footings, construction, etc.

[lwasserm]

I am not an engineer or architect but you will definitely need more than 4 4X4 posts for a 12X24' building. Just think about it; how are you ever going to build a wall of conventional sized lumber that is

24' long, supported only at the ends, without it sagging? And 24' long lumber is not exactly common, either. (I almost said it doesn't grow on trees :) )

[maradcliff]

Mine is the same. If it's a pole building it dont matter. Just set the building level and apply your siding near the ground. I'd apply center match treated boards at the ground level or else you will end up with rotted wood on the bottom. Of course, use treated posts too. You oculd always fill in the low end, or level the whole area too.

[maradcliff]

Why not????????? Make the building level, fill in the bottom with treated boards..... Make the siding even all the way around, those treated boards will fill in the gaps, dig them in a little if you want, or else you'll have to rip cut them to fit the soil.

[maradcliff]