12×20 Sheds – The Perfect Sized shed for your backyard
What a 12×20 Shed Offers You!
Are you ready to receive a surefire solution to make your space functional, and beautiful, while increasing your home’s value? Not to mention you walk away with the satisfaction of setting your home apart from the rest of your neighborhood.
If so, investing in a tasteful 12×20 backyard shed provides you with an affordable ticket to a more appealing property and a more functional life!
Questions about 12×20 sheds
You are onto something good! It is no doubt your mind has already been hard at work figuring out the best shed for your specific needs. If you already know what you want, and that is a 12×20 shed, keep on scrolling to discover your ideal style for your 12×20 Shed along with prices. However, perhaps you feel a bit of uncertainty about a 12×20 being the right size for you. You may also wonder…
- What space does a 12×20 really offer me? Is it enough?
- What is the ideal use of a 12×20 Shed?
- Do I need a permit?
- How much will it cost?
Your desire for complete certainty is understood, and you are not alone in your questions. Enjoy receiving answers to these questions as well as the confidence in knowing a 12×20 shed is the right fit for you. Get ready to uncover the details about a 12×20 shed. Let’s dive in.
How Much Space Does a 12×20 Shed Offer?
How many square feet is a 12×20 shed? A 12×20 shed offers you precisely 240 square feet, which offers you space of about 15.49 feet by 15.49 feet. Grab your tape measurer, or even a plain standard piece of white paper, and make markings out in your backyard to determine if those feet fit into your yard’s “shoe “size. In the meantime, imagine a space large enough to comfortably fit one vehicle, plus a bit more space for small garden tool storage or walking room, even a workbench. For a more visual tool, check out How to Visualize Square Feet.
So, with the image of a space large enough to comfortably house your vehicle [plus a bit more space for garden tool storage, etc..] here are some more questions about the 10×12 shed, answered.
☁️ Would my lawn tractor fit inside a 12×20 shed?
🔎 Yes, in fact, you could possibly fit 3 inside a 12×20 shed.
☁️ Would an ATV or golf cart fit inside a 12×20 Shed?
🔎 Yes!. You could probably fit both inside a 12×20 shed.
☁️ Is a 12×20 shed large enough for a hobby center?
🔎 The answer depends on how big your hobby has grown, but generally, a 12X20 can hold your big ideas and creativity like nobody’s business.
make a potential items list
One way to further confirm that a 12×20 shed is the right size is to write down on a piece of paper everything you want to store inside your shed. Even if you are envisioning a hobby shop or a home office it is still helpful to write down what you are hoping to fill it with so you can get a better idea in your head.
Let the list begin!
- A garden tractor
- Bins of seasonal decorations
- A couch
- Painting supplies…
- …. you get the point. You got this!
What Are the Best Uses for a 12×20 Shed?
Are you in the market for a new shed? An outdoor structure that is a white canvas of possibilities? If you’ve gotten this far and are still lost at how you’re going to use your shed, looking at the purchase of a new shed as a white canvas of possibilities, however, you have yet to decide on its purpose? It can also be daunting to figure out if you’ve made the right decision with your choice (you are not alone in this).
If so, the following uses are some of the most common uses for a 12×20 shed.
Tiny Cabin Getaway
Your typical tool shed is breaking out of its “toolbox” nowadays. And a 12×20 shed provides a space where you can create a little getaway! With all the craziness in the world, it is crucial to have a space of your own where you can take a moment and step back. A tiny home getaway is the best way to fulfill this need. Not only is it conveniently in your backyard, just a few steps away, it also can be customized and designed to your hearts content. So, if you are dreaming of creating a mini getaway? A 12×20 shed offers a perfect-sized space.
For more inspiration, check out this video about a tiny home Airbnb:
4. Man Cave Or She-Shed
Are you ready to carve out a space of your very own? Well, if you are one who enjoys solitude, yet wishes for enough room for special people in your life to join you then a 12×20 shed offers enough space to include those favorite [and lucky] people. You can fill the space with couches, a small bar for eating, and bookshelves to create the ultimate entertainment area. Just think of 288 feet of space dedicated to your imagination, ingenuity, and loves. You cannot go wrong with a 12×20 shed for a space of your own. To see more on how a she shed can benefit you, check out our blog about our customer Betsy’s she shed story.
3. Home Office
Home offices are widely popular these days because of the increase in remote work opportunities and the pandemic. A 12×20 shed provides you with plenty of space to create an ideal work setup and productive environment. Check out the following shed that was remodeled into a home office right in the owner’s backyard!
2. Workshop or Hobby Space
Enjoy turning your 12×20 shed into a hobby space and/or workshop. A 12×20 shed is large enough to be shared with your significant other or for two purposes. Check out the following 12×20 workshop shed and see how the shed was transformed into a workshop.
1. storage Shed
Storage is the winner! Whether it is your seasonal décor or your favorite motorcycles, storage is one of the most popular uses of a 12×20 shed. If you enjoy harnessing some easy organizational tips for your 12×20 shed, check out the following video!
Do I need a permit for a 12×20 shed in Kentucky?
Yes, a 12×20 shed does require a permit to be legally set in your backyard. In fact, any structure over 200 square feet requires a permit. Since a 12×20 shed is 240 square feet plan on acquiring a permit prior to the purchase of your new shed. The process of requiring a permit for your shed is usually simple and straightforward.
If needed, check out New Detached Accessory Structures and Garages for additional information as well as contact info for beginning the process.
What is the average price for a 12×20 shed?
How much does a 12×20 shed cost? The average price for a basic 12×20 shed that is painted ranges between $3, 970 – $4,650. Additional special customizations may increase the final price.
modern and traditional 12×20 shed styles
The quaker shed – starting at $3,965
Transom windows, shutters, and a flower box will add character to your storage structure. Additionally, consider a solid color or other unusual hues for your door to make it stand out. With an asymmetrical roof and attractive overhang in the front, these Quaker-style outdoor storage sheds give an architectural flair to your backyard. To learn more, call (270) 726-7948.
The A-roof Shed – Starting at $4,490
Transom windows, shutters, and a flower box will add character to your storage structure. Additionally, consider a solid color or other unusual hues for your door to make it stand out. With an asymmetrical roof and attractive overhang in the front, these Quaker-style outdoor storage sheds give an architectural flair to your backyard. To learn more, call (270) 726-7948.
The Deluxe Barn Shed – starting at $4350
Our outdoor storage structures are built to last. Our storage sheds are built to withstand the elements of wind and rain for years to come. The base is built of rot-resistant pressure-treated wood. Quality 2x4s wrapped in T1-11 wood siding sits atop this strong foundation. The roof is then shingled with 25-year shingles, and the sides are painted with high-quality, long-lasting paint. As a result, long-lasting wood storage shelters are created.
The Lancaster Shed – Starting at $4,650
The Lancaster Shed’s roof pitch is the most noticeable. It does, however, have a number of optional shed features that can be added upon request. Windows, shutters, dimensional shingles, a ridge vent, a shed cupola, garden vents, full-view doors, transom shed windows, and more are among the possible options. The shed dormer with a window is the most impressive option. This adds diversity to the roof pitch and breaks up the monotony. These sheds for sale in Lancaster have a lot of promise.
A shed from overholt and sons
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