I'm building a woodshed and I'm starting the planning process with intentions to start construction next spring.
As of this moment, I'm planning on using sonotubes as a foundation for each individual post. I haven't decided wether I am going to space the posts 8' on center or 16' on center. If I go with 16' on center, should I add a concrete filled tube at 8' on center to support a 16' 4x4 ran between the posts? Once the tubes are filled with concrete, I'll place #73 gravel with crushed limestone 6" deep as a base to stack my wood.
My question is about the sonotubes. I know I can go out and buy the tubes but I have access to thick walled cardboard tubes at work. Could I just scavenge these tubes instead of buying the sonotubes or is there something special about the sonotubes?
If it matters, this will strictly be used to store my firewood. I may build a small loft area for additional storage for seasonal tools like rakes and such but nothing heavy. On one end, I will likely add a storage area for my tractor and lawnmower. If I do, this will be the only area that is walled completely and have doors.
I'm open to other suggestions as well.
Thanks
As of this moment, I'm planning on using sonotubes as a foundation for each individual post. I haven't decided wether I am going to space the posts 8' on center or 16' on center. If I go with 16' on center, should I add a concrete filled tube at 8' on center to support a 16' 4x4 ran between the posts? Once the tubes are filled with concrete, I'll place #73 gravel with crushed limestone 6" deep as a base to stack my wood.
My question is about the sonotubes. I know I can go out and buy the tubes but I have access to thick walled cardboard tubes at work. Could I just scavenge these tubes instead of buying the sonotubes or is there something special about the sonotubes?
If it matters, this will strictly be used to store my firewood. I may build a small loft area for additional storage for seasonal tools like rakes and such but nothing heavy. On one end, I will likely add a storage area for my tractor and lawnmower. If I do, this will be the only area that is walled completely and have doors.
I'm open to other suggestions as well.
Thanks