Lifetime 8x7.5 Shed Assembly - Step by Step Plus the Problems

In this video, I'm going to show you how to build a lifetime 8x7.5 shed in step-by-step detail. PLUS, I'm going to tell you about the problems that I ran into while building my shed.
This shed build is perfect for anyone looking for a easy and straightforward shed build. I'll show you all the steps in detail, and explain any problems that I ran into along the way. So whether you're a beginning shed builder or a seasoned pro, this shed build is perfect for you!
Here is a link to the tape measure I was referring to: amzn.to/3OKjb0f

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  • @alfreddifeo9642
    @alfreddifeo96422 күн бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your build Need all the help I can get🙂

  • @rjohnson205
    @rjohnson2056 ай бұрын

    I’m glad I’m not the only one who struggled with parts of assembling this. I also questioned that one screw at the bottom of the side window, to me it seems like if it’s suppose to open, it wouldn’t have the screw. If it’s not suppose to open, it shouldn’t have latches and you’d think it’d screw shut all around like the door windows.

  • @greggb448
    @greggb448Ай бұрын

    I had the same exact struggles you had. Took me a day and a half. One thing for sure it has to be perfectly plum or you will have problems

  • @dlwiegand1
    @dlwiegand1Ай бұрын

    I'm afraid nothing beats the video with the guy in red shirt, I guess it's produced by Lifetime Sheds. I watched it to get a feel for what I was going to have to do and then watched segments right before we were assembling each section. It helped tremendously. The instruction book helped a fraction as I could easily see what bag of bolts, part numbers and tools I needed at a glance. We just finished yesterday and it was a long process. I watched this bearded guy's video to see if he went over a couple trouble spots and how he handled them. Sadly, this guy should not have bothered making this video. And I think he seriously bent the panel that he left blowing in the wind to fall over. (We quickly screwed them to each other as we went because it was an accident waiting to happen.) And him trying to kick the panels in place with flip flops was just painful to watch. He had one valuable piece of advice that official video didn't mention--there were a lot of sections where the jokes had pieces of plastic obscuring the hole. When dealing with difficult lighting, proper holes would have helped tremendously. Some holes weren't even started and I had to glance back at official video to clarify that it was supposed to be a hole when it was only a divot. Also, that very last piece that looked like he butchered it in place on the rooftop--I really think it just needed turned around is all. I was really tired at that point myself and it didn't want to fit and I just turned it around and it fit like a glove. I read some comments about this Lifetime Shed and how parts didn't line up and its screw holes. Take your time and prepare a flat service and a flat deck or you will be one of those people who struggled and blamed the shed.

  • @lindseyacresfarm

    @lindseyacresfarm

    Ай бұрын

    Thanks for the feedback

  • @raywilfong6103
    @raywilfong61032 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing. You have 1:39:33 of patience, hopefully i ,lol. Anyway I'll be assembling mine this weekend, after I make the platform, wish me luck🎉. Again, thank you for your time

  • @MeineMeinung-9-1-1
    @MeineMeinung-9-1-12 ай бұрын

    Hallo aus Germany, ich finde dein Video sehr hilfreich als Vorbereitung und ich habe dir in deiner Ruhigen Art gerne zugesehen und viele Wertvolle Tipps gesehen. 👍👍👋 Hello from Germany, I find your video very helpful as preparation and I enjoyed watching you in your calm manner and saw many valuable tips. 👍👍👋

  • @lindseyacresfarm

    @lindseyacresfarm

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks much appreciated. Hopefully it goes or went well for you.

  • @Garga0
    @Garga07 ай бұрын

    This is the only best video I have ever seen, which I had to see to do the assembly of this horribly made shed with very bad instructions and it's professional installation video. This video is long that's why I wasn't looking at it before. But when nothing worked and everything confused i had to watch this 1 Title: The title of this video is very appropriate which always suggested that this one will have solutions of what i am looking for. 2. I was confirmed about it and vested in this video right in the beginning when you rightly said that the manual is in box two. You highlighted all illogical logistics of this shed packing (and later in assembly too), in a very entertaining and subtle manner which spoke my heart. 3. You correctly mentioned everything, e.g. about the holes not lining up, etc. and the ease shown in professional installation video which actually is not true 4. Your camera angle, resolution, lighting, and your presence seemed very natural and just perfect. Professional video makers can learn from you by being your helpers. 5. Your choice of words, timings and logical sequencing made my one and a half hour watching just like a breeze. 6. I mostly watch videos with speed increase and skipping few seconds in every scene passing superfluous words, but not yours, as there are none. Every word spoken has a weight and entertainment factor. If there was something extra, or superfluous, you yourself have cut it. 7. Your voice and choice of words has been just perfect. This is a very rare thing i ever found and like to highlight about. Also your each words spoken is very clear to me (as i have difficulty in hearing and understanding people.) 8. I will be willing to pay for this quality video if there is an option as my appreciation for a best ever production. Also thanks to your helper (may be your wife) for her great timely help and minimum presence.

  • @Garga0

    @Garga0

    7 ай бұрын

    I might will add some suggestions on the assembly of shed when mine is complete.

  • @lindseyacresfarm

    @lindseyacresfarm

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the kind words. I am glad it was helpful. Those are the reasons I did the video is to show the annoyances I knew had to happen, but most people didn't show.

  • @fishmaster797

    @fishmaster797

    4 ай бұрын

    Man I bought this shed and the roof has been giving me H E double hockey sticks. By the 2nd panel they dont fit in, ends up pulling and cocking the front right corner in a weird way. How much of the truss is hanging off? Great video btw thanks

  • @ChesterMan-qd3xj
    @ChesterMan-qd3xjАй бұрын

    I just put this together today on a cement pad with no prior prep work or studying. Not the worst thing I’ve put together, but it was 9 hours solid, probably three of those hours with my wife helping me with the walls and roof. I would guess you don’t stand a chance alone when it comes to the roof. My comments: manual is spotty, it literally skipped quite a few steps in the doors section I think, and just isn’t clear at times. Plan on supplementing with the video. A few holes weren’t drilled out, and they shorted me a washer. Floor seemed warped, fit together in one corner then it popped loose on the other side when working with it. Managed to get it together, but with a bit of gap. Roof was the worst for lining up, and 2nd person was needed to help finagle and hold panels while screwing to trusses. Also, someone commented on the side window. It seems like it’s meant to open, so what’s with the screw? Isn’t that what the latches are for? Be warned if you do slide it open, it scratched my glass anyway. Overall I’m happy with the finished product. I’ve assembled a lot of furniture and stuff over the years, so I’ve come to expect some hiccups along the way. This was about average. Make sure you have a hard, level surface and take your time and really pay attention or it would get the best of you.

  • @dimelojayy2193
    @dimelojayy21932 ай бұрын

    1:36.30 i had the same problem in the same place i got it together with a Ratchet Tie down and ones that i had in position took it off and look great.

  • @timothymintconnor3325
    @timothymintconnor3325Ай бұрын

    Put one together two days ago. Had a problem with last roof panel. But was able to make it work. Would suggest putting on the end pieces than the center pieces. Other than that it came out great.

  • @AJ-sb8qk
    @AJ-sb8qkАй бұрын

    Great channel, new sub. I watched your video on the Harbor freight coverpro portable garage because I just picked one up and then I found this project which is something I will be doing this year as well. How was the garage holding up and did you put any type of floor system in there, gravel or any type of pavers or wood???

  • @niranjanpatel9860
    @niranjanpatel9860Ай бұрын

    I have same issue roof not aligned properly Still struggling

  • @l0v3li
    @l0v3li14 күн бұрын

    How did you secure the shed to the wood base?

  • @Dragon5059
    @Dragon50592 ай бұрын

    I am having the same issues with the floor. It's like they are warped and will not go together evenly. I am about ready to send this thing back to Costco and pay someone to put up a wood one.

  • @jmancurlymonkegodvr
    @jmancurlymonkegodvr4 ай бұрын

    I have watched several videos on this building and one thing I noticed was all of them used a RIGID nut driver. As myself I used one also. Thanks

  • @angelsancheese
    @angelsancheese18 күн бұрын

    Niceee

  • @AnonymousGameWarden
    @AnonymousGameWarden3 ай бұрын

    Do you think this shed would mount well in a tree as a treehouse?

  • @noglogic27

    @noglogic27

    3 ай бұрын

    well, depends on the tree and how structurally sound you make the base frame in the tree remember these things are meant to be on level ground so it might work but would not recommend. If you try it just make sure the platform is as strong and level as possible top your frame with pressure treated plywood. remember it is plastic and not as robust as a wood frame shed so if kids are playing in it could be dangerous if it's for you hanging out and drinking beer sure.! Hope this helps..

  • @saulhendrix4459
    @saulhendrix44593 ай бұрын

    I had sooo much problem with roof for 6×6... last panels... i somehow maneged to put it but with price of broken parts, some panels etc... 3 hours of pure frustration.

  • @drewg3535
    @drewg35353 ай бұрын

    Anyone have extra hardware? Or an extra window?

  • @AnonymousGameWarden

    @AnonymousGameWarden

    3 ай бұрын

    Are you asking if anyone got an extra window in their box? No

  • @ArturoMolinar-eh9dd
    @ArturoMolinar-eh9dd2 ай бұрын

    How much? Should I charge to install one of those

  • @ChesterMan-qd3xj

    @ChesterMan-qd3xj

    Ай бұрын

    Their soul.

  • @tonebone2895

    @tonebone2895

    Ай бұрын

    @@ChesterMan-qd3xj nice one lmao. i am from los angeles california, high cost of living. 500 is fair

  • @GeneralRock114
    @GeneralRock1142 ай бұрын

    Has anyone watch the Lifetime video, and if so, is the assembly accurate???

  • @dimelojayy2193

    @dimelojayy2193

    2 ай бұрын

    I did mine with that video. It helped a lot now you’re gonna have it issue with the right back corner.

  • @lindseyacresfarm

    @lindseyacresfarm

    2 ай бұрын

    I watched it multiple times, but I figured there were going to be issues that came up. That is why I decided to go through the effort to record so others might know what to expect.

  • @jsoul1978

    @jsoul1978

    2 ай бұрын

    From what i saw the Liftime video uses slightly different parts..