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Manufacturer series illustration of the Planner's Paradise Elite configuration with blue siding, white trim, transom double doors, two dormers, a side entry door, and shuttered windows

Best Barns Planner's Paradise Elite 12x20 Shed Kit with Transom Doors and Dormers

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Why Choose a 12x20 shed with loft for Backyard Storage?

Nominal Size: 12 ft × 20 ft Loft: Full length, 8 ft wide Main Doors: 6 ft 1 in wide transom doors Dormers: Two with sunburst windows Sidewall Height: 8 ft 1 in

A broad hinged transom entrance makes it more practical to carry bulky project supplies into storage, while windowed dormers bring natural light into a backyard building you may visit often. The Best Barns Planner's Paradise Elite 12x20 Shed Kit with Transom Doors and Dormers is designed for homeowners who want one dedicated place for tools, materials, and seasonal belongings. Its full-length loft and separate walk-in door also help organize stored items and provide access for different day-to-day needs.

Benefits

  • Broad access for stored supplies: The 6'1" wide transom doors create a practical entry point for carrying project materials, storage containers, and other bulky belongings. For routine visits, the separate 32" 9-lite walk-in door provides another way into the shed without opening the main doors.
  • Storage above the main level: The 8' wide, 4'3" tall loft runs the length of the building, creating a separate upper area for suitable stored items. This helps preserve more of the lower level for taller belongings and movement through the shed. A ladder or steps are not included and must be planned separately.
  • More natural light and ventilation: Two windowed dormers, a gable sunburst window, and two 18" x 36" windows help bring daylight into the building. The dormer windows also provide ventilation, making it easier to see and work with stored belongings during daytime visits.
  • A finish that can suit your property: The LP SmartSide siding comes primed and ready for paint, allowing you to select a color that coordinates with your home or other backyard structures. Paint is not included, so you can choose the exterior coating and color during finishing.
  • A prepared starting point for DIY assembly: Precision pre-cut materials give homeowners prepared components to work with instead of starting from raw lumber. Some cutting may still be required, and flooring and final roofing are not supplied, so those materials and assembly needs should be included in the project plan.

Features

Manufacturer series illustration of the Planner's Paradise Elite configuration with blue siding, white trim, transom double doors, two dormers, a side entry door, and shuttered windows
Manufacturer illustration of this configuration with a blue-and-white finish example. Paint and final roofing are not included.

SecureTruss Roof System

The SecureTruss roof system uses 2x4 wood framing with hurricane hangers, collar ties, wood gussets, and tie plates. The assembly manual guides you through building and setting the trusses, while two-stud corner construction supports the shed’s framed structure.

Precision Precut Materials

The kit includes precut components prepared for homeowner assembly, giving you clearly defined parts to work with as the shed comes together. Some onsite cutting is still required, including cutting openings in the roof sheathing for the dormers.

Primed LP SmartSide Siding

LP SmartSide siding is engineered wood treated to resist insects and fungal decay. It arrives primed and ready for the owner’s paint, but final painting and exterior finishing are still required. Paint is not included.

Specifications

12x20 Building and Loft Specifications
Nominal building size 12 ft × 20 ft
First-floor sidewall height 8 ft 1 in
Loft width 8 ft
Loft height 4 ft 3 in
Loft length Full length of the building
Roof style and pitch Gable, 10/12
Wall studs 2 × 4, spaced 24 in on center
Siding thickness 3/8 in
Roof and loft sheathing 7/16 in structural OSB
Official manufacturer series dimension diagram for 12-foot-wide Planner’s Paradise transom-door models in 16-, 20-, and 24-foot lengths, showing an 8-foot-1-inch wall height, 13-foot-7-inch peak height excluding the floor, and 6-foot-1-inch main transom door width; the 12-by-20 model includes dormers.
Official series diagram covering 12-foot-wide models in 16-, 20-, and 24-foot lengths, including the 12x20 model.

Lead Time

Estimated dispatch is 5–7 days after the manufacturer receives the order. Freight transit time is additional.

Shipping & Delivery

The kit ships by common carrier with curbside liftgate unloading. Plan a clear unloading and staging area at the driveway end and arrange help to move materials. Moving materials beyond the driveway end is your responsibility.

Compare Planner’s Paradise 12x20 Configurations

The 12x20 Planner’s Paradise is offered with sliding or transom main doors, with or without the Elite dormer package. The Elite package includes a separate 32-inch 9-lite walk-in door, two 18 × 36-inch windows with vinyl shutters, one gable sunburst window and two dormers with sunburst windows.

12x20 Door and Elite Package Comparison
Configuration Main-door width Elite dormer, window and walk-in-door package
Sliding Doors 5 ft 5 in Not included
Transom Doors 6 ft 1 in Not included
Elite: Sliding Doors + Dormers 5 ft 5 in Included
Elite: Transom Doors + Dormers 6 ft 1 in Included; this configuration

Door widths are not a guarantee of clear opening dimensions. Measure your equipment and review the applicable assembly manual before choosing a configuration.

What Is Included?

  • 12x20 wood shed kit with hinged transom double doors centered on the gable wall.
  • A full-length, 8-foot-wide storage loft.
  • Two 18 × 36-inch windows with vinyl shutters.
  • Two dormers with sunburst windows and one gable sunburst window, for five included windows in total.
  • A separate 32-inch 9-lite walk-in door centered on the eave wall.
  • Roof sheathing.

What You Need to Supply

  • A suitable foundation and shed floor. The base floor is not included; FortressFloor is optional.
  • Final roofing, drip edge and roofing fasteners.
  • Exterior paint or solid-colored stain and Class 25 sealant.
  • A loft ladder or steps, if needed. Neither is included.

Assembly and Site Planning

This is a customer-assembled kit; installation is not included. Read the 12x20 transom-door manual together with the dormer manual before preparing the site.

Prepare the cement slab or wood floor to the correct size for this model. Check local building requirements before construction. The permit drawings below support planning but do not guarantee permit approval. The building is intended for storage building or garage use.

Some cutting is required, including the dormer roof openings. Plan separate loft access before assembly.

Exterior Finishing and Care

Finish the exterior within 30 days of assembly with at least two coats of 100% acrylic latex exterior paint or solid-colored stain.

Product Overview Video

Transom Doors + Dormers

Assembly Manuals

Permit Drawings

FAQs

Does the kit include a floor?

The base shed floor is not included. FortressFloor is optional. Plan your foundation and floor before starting construction.

What does the Elite package include?

This Elite configuration includes two dormers with sunburst windows, two 18 × 36-inch windows with vinyl shutters, one gable sunburst window and a separate 32-inch 9-lite walk-in door. That is five included windows in total.

What doors are included with this transom-door model?

The main hinged transom double doors are centered on the gable wall and have a width of 6 ft 1 in. A separate 32-inch 9-lite walk-in door is centered on the eave wall. Door widths do not establish clear opening dimensions.

How large is the loft?

The loft is 8 ft wide and runs the full length of the building, with a height of 4 ft 3 in. A loft ladder and steps are not included.

What foundation should I plan for?

Prepare a cement slab or wooden floor to the correct size for this model. Review the exact 12x20 transom-door assembly manual and check local building requirements before construction.

Is the final roof covering included?

Roof sheathing is included. Final roofing, drip edge and roofing fasteners must be supplied separately.

Will I need to cut materials during assembly?

Yes. The kit uses precision precut materials, but some on-site cutting is required, including the dormer roof openings. Installation is not included. Read the transom-door shed manual and the dormer manual before beginning.

When should I paint the shed?

Finish the exterior within 30 days of assembly with at least two coats of 100% acrylic latex exterior paint or solid-colored stain.

Who should I contact about warranty assistance?

Contact Homestead Supplier for warranty assistance. Coverage and exclusions vary by component, and the warranty applies to the original owner. Review the official terms before assembly and finishing.

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