The elegant and practical Saltbox shed and cottage design is inspired by traditional colonial architecture. With a longer pitch in the back, snow and rain slide off the back, keeping you dry as you enter.
Meet the
Saltbox
Meet the
Saltbox
Featuring a long slanted roof; originally named after the wooden salt containers common in the 1600's in New England, our Saltbox is designed with storage and fighting off the elements in mind.
Available Sizes
4X6
4X8
8X8
8X10
8X12
8X14
8X16
10X8
10X10
10X12
10X14
10X16
10X20
12X12
12X14
12X16
12X20
12X24
Saltbox Features
Roof Style: Saltbox Style
A common finding all over New England, buildings with traditional Saltbox style rooflines are loved by many. What makes ours unique? Post and beam construction using true-dimensional lumber, gorgeous barn-sash windows, and heavy-duty solid pine doors. Corrugated metal roofing and Eastern White pine board and batten siding are also stand outs that show off quality. Most commonly the saltbox design is used as a backyard storage shed, playhouse, or livestock shelter (uninsulated shell).
If you want to use it as a backyard guest house, cottage or year round workspace we recommend getting it fully insulated with Four Season options. Default options provide you with our classic shed, or personalize your flooring, siding, roofing, windows, and doors with options to match your style.
Choose Your Size & Type
Start by choosing your size and preferred format. We offer complete shells, Three Season, and Four Season structures as Pre-Cut Kits. Fully assembled builds are available to customers whose building sites are located within 300 miles of our factory. Pick from the following:
⢠Complete Shell ā With this package you get everything needed to set up an uninsulated shell. Floor system, wall and roof framing, siding, a metal roof, door, and windows come with this package. This option works well as a livestock shelter or basic garden and tool storage.
⢠Three Season āThis package includes an insulated floor, wall and roof vapor barrier, and solid pine roof sheathing in addition to everything that comes with the shell. If you want to insulate later on, or just need comfort spring through fall, then this is a good option.
⢠Four Season ā Get comfort year-round with our fully insulated option. The floor and roof are insulated with fiberglass insulation and vapor barrier. The walls get rigid foam board insulation. Then, the interior is finished off with shiplap pine ceiling and wall sheathing. Additionally, energy-efficient double pane windows and an insulated door are included.
Customize
Each type of building comes with default options that match our specifications. However, if you want to personalize your building, we have made that process a breeze. As you go through each step, youāll be able to pick and choose which options you want.
⢠Strengthen ā Our buildings are built to withstand harsh New England weather but offer options to increase its durability. This building defaults to joists and rafters placed at 24ā on center, but you could upgrade to 16ā on center to increase weight ratings. If your building site is placed in a damp area you might also consider opting for treated skids, or a completely treated floor system.
⢠Personalize ā Oodles of options exist to fashion your storage shed or cottage just the way youād like. We offer many all-natural pine and cedar siding options. Roofing choices include corrugated metal, Western Red Cedar shingles or shakes, and architectural asphalt shingles. Or bring in extra sunlight with a clear poly roof. The Saltbox would look killer with a Western Red Cedar shingle siding upgrade paired with a corrugated metal roof in Copper Penny.
⢠Add-Ons ā Any of our weathervanes would look fantastic on this cottage. Install decorative wrought iron brackets to hold hanging flowerpots. Inside utilize peg-racks for hanging coats and bags. Plan on using your Saltbox year-round? We recommend upgrading to four season insulation to keep this building warm and cozy all year long.





Build Your Saltbox:
Select the options you’d like to see below and then click “Configure Now” to customize and add to cart.
Pick your Size
Pick your Package
- Complete Shell: Un-Insulated Envelope
- 3-Season: Partially Insulated: Insulated Floor* + Complete Vapor Barrier on Walls & Roof
- 4-Season: Fully Insulated
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
12x24
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
19,345
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Footprint: 288 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x24
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
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Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
12x20
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
16,124
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Footprint: 240 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x20
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
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Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
12x16
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
12,898
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Footprint: 192 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x16
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
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Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
10x20
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
13,339
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Footprint: 200 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x20
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
10x16
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
10,674
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Footprint: 160 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x16
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
8x16
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
8,535
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Footprint: 128 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x16
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x24
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
26,844
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Footprint: 288 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x24
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x20
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
22,557
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Footprint: 240 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x20
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x20
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
18,928
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Footprint: 200 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x20
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x16
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
11,867
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Footprint: 128 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x16
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x24
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
17,187
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Footprint: 288 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x24
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x20
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
14,320
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Footprint: 240 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x20
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x20
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
11,880
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Footprint: 200 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x20
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x16
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
7,602
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Footprint: 128 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x16
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
4x8
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
3,648
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Footprint: 32 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 4x8
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Roof Pitch: 8/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
4x6
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
2,735
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Footprint: 24 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 4x6
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Roof Pitch: 8/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
12x14
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
11,285
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Footprint: 168 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x14
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
12x12
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
9,675
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Footprint: 144 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x12
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
10x14
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
9,339
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Footprint: 140 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x14
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
10x12
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
8,005
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Footprint: 120 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x12
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
10x10
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
6,674
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Footprint: 100 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x10
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x24
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
10,919
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Footprint: 288 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 12x24
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
10x8
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
5,338
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Footprint: 80 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x8
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
8x14
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
7,469
-
Footprint: 112 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x14
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
8x12
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
6,404
-
Footprint: 96 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x12
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
8x10
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
5,338
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Footprint: 80 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x10
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled
8x8
Shell | Fully Assembled
$
4,269
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Footprint: 64 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x8
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x14
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
15,475
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Footprint: 168 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x14
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x12
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
13,332
-
Footprint: 144 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 12x12
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x14
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
12,936
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Footprint: 140 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 10x14
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x12
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
11,151
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Footprint: 120 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 10x12
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x10
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
9,371
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Footprint: 100 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x10
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x8
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
7,593
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Footprint: 80 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x8
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x14
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
10,441
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Footprint: 112 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x14
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x8
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
6,415
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Footprint: 64 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x8
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x14
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
10,024
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Footprint: 168 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x14
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x12
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
8,593
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Footprint: 144 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x12
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x14
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
8,317
-
Footprint: 140 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 10x14
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x12
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
7,125
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Footprint: 120 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x12
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x10
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
5,942
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Footprint: 100 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x10
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x8
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
4,754
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Footprint: 80 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x8
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x14
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
6,653
-
Footprint: 112 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x14
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x8
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
3,802
-
Footprint: 64 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 8x8
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
4x8
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
2,485
-
Footprint: 32 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 4x8
-
Roof Pitch: 8/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
4x6
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
1,864
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Footprint: 24 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 4x6
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Roof Pitch: 8/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x16
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
18,267
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Footprint: 192 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 12x16
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x16
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
14,719
-
Footprint: 160 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 10x16
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x16
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
11,458
-
Footprint: 192 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 12x16
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x16
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
9,506
-
Footprint: 160 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 10x16
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x20
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
9,098
-
Footprint: 240 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 12x20
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x16
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
7,279
-
Footprint: 192 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 12x16
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x20
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
7,527
-
Footprint: 200 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 10x20
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x16
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
6,024
-
Footprint: 160 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 10x16
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x16
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
4,818
-
Footprint: 128 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 8x16
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x12
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
9,019
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Footprint: 96 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 8x12
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x10
4-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
7,593
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Footprint: 80 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 8x10
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x12
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
5,703
-
Footprint: 96 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 8x12
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x10
3-Season | Pre-Cut Kit
$
4,754
-
Footprint: 80 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 8x10
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x14
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
6,368
-
Footprint: 168 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 12x14
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
12x12
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
5,459
-
Footprint: 144 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 12x12
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 4/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x14
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
5,269
-
Footprint: 140 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 10x14
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x12
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
4,514
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Footprint: 120 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x12
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x10
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
3,764
-
Footprint: 100 SQFT
-
Overall Dimensions: 10x10
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
-
Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
10x8
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
3,014
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Footprint: 80 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 10x8
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x14
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
4,215
-
Footprint: 112 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x14
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x12
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
3,616
-
Footprint: 96 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x12
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x10
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
3,014
-
Footprint: 80 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x10
-
Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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Pre-Cut Kit
Pre-Cut Kit
8x8
Shell | Pre-Cut Kit
$
2,409
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Footprint: 64 SQFT
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Overall Dimensions: 8x8
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Roof Pitch: 12/12 Front, 6/12 Rear
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a Pre-Cut Kit? What is included in this package?
The Pre-Cut lumber package has all the framing members cut and ready for assembly. It includes siding, roofing, pre-dimensioned trim, and fastening hardware. Many designs also include windows and doors. The floor system, walls and rafters have all been cut, color-coded and part numbered. The detailed cut list coincides with the color-coded exploded view. The head scratching has been removed, the headaches of finding the correct angles and the aggravation of starting from scratch has all been simplified. The kit is geared to a do-it-yourself homeowner with beginner-to-beginner knowledge of carpentry.
Should I buy a Pre-Cut Kit or Fully Assembled Building?
We design our kits to be organized and easy to understand. If you have basic carpentry skills and are looking to save money, a kit is a great idea for you. We ship our kitsĀ all across the continental USA and part of Canada.
If you live within our Northeast delivery area, you are able to purchase many of our buildings Fully Assembled. You’ll save time and have the peace of mind that your cottage is being built by expert craftsmen.
What is a Complete Shell and What Comes With It?
A complete shell is an uninsulated building. As a kit, it includes everything required to assemble the building including hardware, precut framing, siding and roofing as well as doors and windows. Hardware, millwork sheathing and DIY plans have been enclosed. Each piece is color coded and part numbered. The exact itemization of what is inserted can be found on the specifications tab of the website for each product page design.
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