How Can the Cedarshed 8x10 Rancher Large Shed Kit Make a Small Backyard More Useful?
The Cedarshed 8x10 Rancher Large Shed Kit gives you a dedicated place for the outdoor items that tend to crowd a garage, patio, or side yard. Its 80-square-foot layout is compact enough for smaller properties but still provides room for a mower, bicycles, garden tools, and seasonal storage. With wide double doors, an included plywood floor, a fixed window, and Western Red Cedar siding, it combines practical everyday storage with a finished look that suits a residential backyard.
Benefits
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Turn Unused Backyard Space Into Practical Storage: The 8x10 footprint gives you a useful storage area without taking over the yard. It is a practical fit for homeowners who need more room for outdoor equipment but do not want a shed with an oversized footprint.
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Clear Clutter Out of the Garage and Patio: Store lawn tools, bicycles, outdoor cushions, and seasonal items in one dedicated space instead of spreading them across the garage or around the property. This makes frequently used areas easier to walk through, park in, and keep organized.
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Handle Larger Items Without Fighting a Narrow Doorway: The 60-inch-wide double doors create a broad opening for moving a mower, wheelbarrow, bicycles, or larger storage containers. You can bring bulky items in and out with fewer tight turns and less awkward lifting.
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Start With a More Complete DIY Shed Package: Prebuilt wall panels help reduce on-site cutting and framing, while the included building plans, hardware, cedar floor joists, and plywood floor panels cover key parts of the project. This gives DIY homeowners a clearer starting point and fewer major materials to gather separately.
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Keep the Interior Brighter and the Exterior More Inviting: The fixed window allows daylight into the shed, making stored items easier to find during the day. Western Red Cedar siding, shutters, and a window box give the building a finished appearance that feels more intentional than a basic utility shed.
Features
- Western Red Cedar exterior
- Panelized wall sections
- 60 in x 71 in double doors
- 24 1/2 in x 27 in fixed window with shutters and window box
- Included cedar floor system with 2x4 joists and 5/8 in plywood panels
- Cedar shingles, 26-gauge metal, or OSB roof options
- Hardware and building plans included
Specifications
| Floor size |
93 in x 120 in |
| Inside height |
94 in |
| Outside height |
105 in |
| Outside dimensions |
105 in x 132 in |
| Door opening |
60 in x 71 in |
| Window opening |
24 1/2 in x 27 in |
| Product weight |
1,218 lb |
| Floor construction |
2x4 Western Red Cedar joists with 5/8 in plywood panels |
| Wall and roof framing |
2x3 SPF lumber |
| Exterior finish |
Western Red Cedar bevel siding |
Roof Options
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Cedar Roof Shingles: Includes pre-shingled roof panels for the traditional cedar appearance shown on many Rancher sheds.
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Metal Roof: Includes pre-cut 26-gauge corrugated metal roof panels in charcoal gray.
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OSB Roof: Includes pre-framed roof panels with OSB sheathing so you can install your preferred shingles or metal roofing. Final roofing material and roofing felt are not included with this version.
Assembly Manual
View 8x10 Assembly Manual
Floor and Foundation Planning
The Rancher kit includes pre-cut cedar floor joists and 5/8 in plywood floor panels. Before assembly, prepare a flat, level site that supports the full floor system and provides drainage away from the shed.
Cedarshed recommends patio stones, pressure-treated 4x4 beams over a prepared base, or a concrete slab. Foundation requirements can vary by location, so check local building and permit requirements before preparing the site.
Delivery and Unloading
The current estimated lead time is about 2 weeks for production plus approximately 1 week for delivery. Delivery time depends on the distance from British Columbia, Canada, to your location.
The freight carrier will call to arrange a delivery window after the shipment reaches the local terminal. Delivery is made to the property line or driveway when the carrier can reach the location safely.
Most shipments can be lowered from the truck with a liftgate. If liftgate service is not available for your delivery, two people can usually unload the panels by hand in about 15 to 30 minutes after removing the paper wrap and plastic straps. Let Homestead Supplier know before ordering if the delivery address has narrow roads, limited truck access, steep grades, or another access concern.
8x10 Rancher Shed FAQ
How much storage space does the Cedarshed 8x10 Rancher Large Shed Kit provide?
The nominal 8x10 layout gives you about 80 square feet of storage. The exact floor size is 93 in x 120 in.
What can the 8x10 Rancher Shed be used for?
This size works well for bikes, a push mower, garden tools, pots, patio cushions, storage shelves, and bins.
Is a floor included with the shed kit?
Yes. The kit includes pre-cut 2x4 Western Red Cedar floor joists and 5/8 in plywood floor panels. You still need to prepare a flat, level base before assembly.
What roof choices are available?
You can choose pre-shingled cedar roof panels, a pre-cut 26-gauge corrugated metal roof, or pre-framed OSB roof panels for the roofing material you plan to install.
Does the Rancher Shed arrive finished?
The Western Red Cedar exterior arrives untreated. You can leave the cedar natural or apply an exterior stain or finish after assembly.
How is the Rancher Shed delivered?
The panelized kit ships by freight from British Columbia, Canada. The carrier will call to arrange delivery after the shipment reaches the local terminal.
Other Cedarshed Rancher Shed Sizes
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