10x14 Shed Material List
Quick Answer
A 10x14 gable shed with 8 ft walls, 16 inch on center framing, 4/12 roof pitch, pressure treated floor framing, OSB or plywood sheathing, a basic single door, and gravel foundation is a mid-size structure commonly used for riding mower storage, lawn equipment, workshop space, or garage overflow.
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You will need:
- Pressure treated lumber for the floor system
- 2x4 wall framing
- 2x6 roof framing for durability
- Floor, wall, and roof sheathing
- Panel or lap siding
- Asphalt shingles and underlayment
- Reinforced door framing materials
- Standard fasteners and hardware
In 2026 pricing, expect a realistic total material cost of: $3,200 to $5,200
This assumes a gravel base and basic exterior finishes only.
Need a smaller option? See our 10x12 shed material list. Need more storage space? See our 10x16 shed material list.
Full Material List
Quantities assume 8 ft wall height, 16 inch on center spacing, and one standard single door opening.
Floor Framing
A 10 ft span benefits from stronger joists for stiffness, especially for equipment storage.
Gravel Base
- 3.5 to 5 cubic yards of compacted 3/4 inch crushed gravel
Floor Frame (Pressure Treated)
Perimeter
- 2x8x14 PT – 2 (long rim joists)
- 2x8x10 PT – 2 (end band joists)
Floor Joists (16 inch OC across 10 ft span)
- 2x8x10 PT – 10 to 11
Floor Sheathing
- 3/4 inch tongue and groove plywood or OSB – 5 sheets
Fasteners
- Exterior screws or galvanized framing nails
- Joist hangers recommended
Wall Framing
Framed 16 inch on center.
- 2x4x8 studs
- 75 to 85 total
- Includes perimeter walls
- Door framing
- Waste allowance
Plates
- 2x4x14 – 6 (long walls, double top plates + bottom plates)
- 2x4x10 – 6 (end walls)
Splicing shorter boards over studs is acceptable if long boards are unavailable.
Door Framing
- 2x6x8 – 2 (header material)
- 1/2 inch plywood spacer
- Jack and king studs included in stud count
Roof Framing
A 10 ft span typically uses 2x6 rafters.
Rafters (4/12 pitch, 16 inch OC)
- 2x6x12 – 20 to 22
Approximately 10 to 11 rafter pairs.
Ridge Board
- 2x8x14 – 1
Collar Ties or Ceiling Ties
- 2x4x10 – 10 to 11
Sheathing
Wall Sheathing
- 7/16 inch OSB or plywood – 12 to 14 sheets
Panel siding may eliminate separate sheathing.
Roof Sheathing
- 7/16 inch OSB or plywood – 7 to 8 sheets
Siding
Panel siding is most common for sheds of this size.
T1-11 or LP SmartSide Panels
- 12 to 14 sheets
Alternative siding systems require additional trim components.
Roofing
Underlayment
- 1 to 2 rolls synthetic underlayment
Drip Edge
- 6 to 8 pieces (10 ft lengths)
Shingles
- Approximately 1.75 to 2 squares
- 6 to 8 bundles depending on waste
Roofing Nails
- 5 lb box
Hardware and Fasteners
- 16d framing nails or structural screws
- 8d nails for sheathing
- Exterior construction screws
- Construction adhesive (3 to 4 tubes)
- Hurricane ties recommended
- 2 to 3 heavy-duty door hinges
- Exterior handle and latch
- Lockset or padlock hardware
- Door header flashing
Estimated Cost Breakdown
Typical 2026 pricing ranges.
- Gravel Base: $220 to $450
- Pressure Treated Floor Framing: $550 to $950
- Wall Framing Lumber: $600 to $1,000
- Roof Framing Lumber: $450 to $800
- Sheathing (walls and roof): $750 to $1,200
- Siding: T1-11: $600 to $950; LP SmartSide: $1,000 to $1,600; Vinyl system: $1,300 to $2,100
- Roofing: $350 to $650
- Hardware and Fasteners: $160 to $320
Total Estimated Range
With basic panel siding: $3,200 to $4,200
With upgraded siding: $4,200 to $5,200
Costs increase compared to smaller sheds due to:
- Larger floor area (140 sq ft)
- Longer wall runs
- Increased sheathing and siding quantities
- Stronger floor framing requirements
- Higher fastener usage
- Regional material pricing can significantly affect totals
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Tools Required
Standard framing tools are sufficient, with adequate space for longer materials.
Essential tools:
- Circular saw
- Miter saw
- Drill and impact driver
- Framing hammer
- Level
- Speed square
- Tape measure
- Chalk line
- Ladder
- Shovel and rake
- Plate compactor or hand tamper
Helpful tools:
- Framing nailer
- Roofing nailer
- Laser level
- Sawhorses
Assistance is helpful but not always required.
Step-by-Step Build Overview
High-level sequence only.
- Prepare and compact gravel base across full footprint.
- Build pressure treated floor frame and square carefully.
- Install floor sheathing.
- Frame walls on the ground including door opening.
- Raise walls, plumb, and brace.
- Install double top plates.
- Install ridge board and rafters.
- Add collar ties or ceiling ties.
- Install roof sheathing.
- Install drip edge and underlayment.
- Install shingles.
- Install wall sheathing if required.
- Install siding.
- Build and hang door.
- Install trim and hardware.
- Check level and square frequently to avoid cumulative errors.
Common Mistakes
- Inadequate base preparation. Leads to uneven settling and door issues.
- Using undersized floor joists. Causes floor bounce under load.
- Poor wall bracing during construction. Walls can shift before roof installation.
- Underestimating material quantities. Causes delays and additional costs.
- Weak door framing. Leads to sagging or binding doors.
- Incorrect rafter spacing. Causes roof sheathing alignment problems.
Is It Worth Building Yourself?
DIY material cost: $3,200 to $5,200
Typical prebuilt 10x14 shed delivered in 2026: $5,500 to $9,500
DIY savings typically range from $2,000 to $4,500.
Consider:
- Build time of roughly 3 to 4 days
- Manageable material handling
- Need for accurate framing
- Possible permit requirements
For homeowners comfortable with construction tasks, building yourself is usually financially worthwhile.
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This material list provides realistic quantities and cost expectations for a 10x14 shed.
It does not include:
- Exact rafter angle calculations
- Detailed wall framing layouts
- Header sizing diagrams
- Precise overhang dimensions
- Optimized cut lists
- Printable construction drawings
Detailed blueprints with exact measurements, framing layouts, and printable cut sheets reduce waste, simplify construction, and help ensure structural accuracy.
For a one-time build, complete plans typically save time and money by preventing mistakes and rework.