If you have a sloped backyard, don’t despair. You won’t necessarily be destined for terraced gardens or mowing sideways for all time. Consider using some of the space for a shed. Transform barely usable lawn into much needed storage by following these six steps. 1. You need to start with a base. Think of it like a small deck or platform that you’ll install the shed on top of. 2. Lay out the shape and dig posts or pour piers. Design in the same way that you would a free standing deck – posts no more than 6 feet on center and around 8 feet of space between beams. Opt for a

cantilever of no more than 2 feet, but that’s usually not an issue with a shed floor (unless you’re building a mansion-type shed – then make sure to bring power over for a big screen TV). 3. Build your frame onto the posts. You may need to dig in the front a little, so that the opening or door will be fairly level with the ground. Alternatively a ramp can be built up to the door. 4. Deck the frame with treated plywood. This will be your shed floor, so go with something sturdy and long lasting.

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Use Wasted Space: Install your Shed on a Slope