Depending on the size of your shed and what you plan to store inside, you can choose from either a concrete foundation or just the plain earth. The latter is not really recommendable especially if it contains a lot of moisture. It is also very difficult to level and create framing for your partitions. Also, before you even actually start to build your shed you will be able to prepare all the materials you need making it easy for you to just put them all together. Plus you can develop a good timeframe and know exactly what you have to do one after the other. There are two things that you have to do first, after you have made your plans, before you actually start building your wooden storage shed. In building a wooden skid foundation, you first need to select a spot then prepare a bed of gravel which will be able to provide a flat level and stable surface to allow water to drain beneath it and keep your lumber dry. Atop this gravel you will set wood beams or timber. These beams and timber will act as the skids. You won t have any problems finding a design that will suit and compliment both your needs and the aesthetics of your property. By just following these plans to the letter, you will have a great chance of succeeding of building a shed on your own. Another easy way to create and build your own shed is to purchase a storage shed kit. When it comes to a shed siding, there are multiple choices, each having their own pros and cons. Other aspects that can affect your decision making is the cost, ease of maintenance, its durability and availability. For those who prioritize cost as their concern, then a tin siding is the perfect choice for you. They are now just clutter and making your home seem small. If that s the case then you definitely need a shed, especially if your garage has been regarded as an abyss of clutter and declared a danger zone. Don t feel ashamed, there are tons of people who have been known as hoarders, keeping things they don t really need.