How Do You Build A Foundation For A Big Max Shed?
Backyard sheds are an invaluable asset to many a homeowner. The extra storage they provide for everything from bikes and yard toys to lawnmowers and snow blowers makes for a cleaner garage and a more organized household. The Big Max Shed by Rubbermaid is durable and easy to set up. Before you set up your shed, however, you will need a solid foundation to build on. Luckily for the do-it-yourselfer, this is a simple project. Decide the optimum location for your Big Max shed. The shed measures 7 feet by 7 feet, and the foundation will need to by a couple inches bigger all around the base. Find a spot that will comfortably accept and 8- by 8-foot footprint to be safe. Measure out four 86-inch sides with a standard measuring tape. Mark the four corners with a scrap wooden stake. Check the diagonals to ensure that the measurements are the same. This will tell you that your base is square. Tie a string around each stake to provide an outline for the foundation. Spread flour, chalk or even spr
