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Planning a Japanese inspired garden shed

Started by GRadice, February 13, 2021, 05:37:35 PM

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GRadice

Yes! Stella. They are pretty good buddies. Stella is 10-1/2 years old and the very best dog.



Gary

GRadice

Small update. 

Well, it turned out that one of the windows wasn't square enough and couldn't be fixed. It was fine during test fit but I must have skewed it while clamping during glue up. I sawed it apart and was able to save the kumiko lattice and I'm making a new frame for it.

I also was able to find some new old stock Japanese copper gutters and hanging brackets for a good price. I think I can make the other few gutter accessories such as end caps and a downspout for a rain chain myself. That will be fun.

And I finally, after many weeks and emails with the manufacturer,  have the rest of the roof panels and ridge caps in hand and have maybe one more day to finish the roof, with my wonderful neighbor's help.

Sorry, no pictures this time.

Gary

aigheadish

Copper gutters should be pretty!
New Holland LB75b, Husqvarna 455 Rancher, Husqvarna GTH52XLS, Hammerhead 250, Honda VTX1300 for now and probably for sale (let me know if you are interested!)

GRadice

Finally, finally got everything for the roof and finished installing it today. Just  before it started to rain.

I can't tell you how happy I am to have this done after so many weeks of delays. And no more ladders!





Gary

GRadice

I finished the window sash. I had to remake one of them since it was out of square so that took awhile. On to the gutters and doors.

Gary

GRadice

One of two half round copper gutters is up. The gutters and brackets are from Japan, although some of the pieces I was miraculously able to find locally because "I know a guy who knows a guy" who had them left over from an unfinished project. I had to solder together the 5 ft gutter sections using some splice/adaptor pieces. I'm had to learn copper sheet metal soldering for that. I'd give myself a C- for esthetics, but the seams do hold water.

The brackets are unusual because they insert into the ends of the rafter tails. I think they are a nice sculptural detail. The round end caps add a decorative detail, too. The rain chain is a classic design called "crocus flower."







Gary

wrelacji

Installing the copper gutters, which you partially acquired through local contacts, is an impressive endeavor. Although the aesthetics of the solder joints might not be perfect, the key is that they are watertight and functional. The unique Japanese brackets that insert into the ends of the rafters, along with the decorative round end caps, add architectural charm. The classic "crocus flower" rain chain not only serves a practical function but also enhances the visual appeal of the installation. Regular maintenance, cleaning, and monitoring the condition of the gutters and solder joints will ensure their durability and aesthetic appeal for many years, while the naturally patinating copper will add character to the entire setup.



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GRadice

I got the other gutter hung today. And I tested the rain chain.

https://youtube.com/shorts/dQZKL9X8qM4
Gary

GRadice

Working on the two sliding doors now. More gorgeous CVG Port Orford cedar.
There will be glass behind the front lattice and another lattice behind to backstop the glass. The hip board takes advantage of a lovely 12" wide board with a little ripple figure. Door rails and stiles will be double through mortise and tenoned, wedged. The pix give an idea of what they will look like.



Gary

GRadice

And with the lattice done and dry fit to the frame. Ready for glue up tomorrow. 

Gary

GRadice

Glued up and set in the doorway before trimming to fit. I think it will just need 1/8" or 3/16" taken off the top. 

I fussed a lot over what lattice dimensions (bar width and number of horizontal and verticals) to use to complement the windows. The doors are about twice as tall and wide as the windows and the rails and stiles are double the width. The door bars are 1/2" wide vs 3/8" on the windows and the proportions of the open spaces look about the same. I'm happy with the result. After fitting the door I'll make the stops I'll rinse and repeat for the other door, then order the glass.

Gary

GRadice

Both doors are now fit. I'm very happy with their motion. I still need to add their weather stripping and their glass (glass should arrive next week) which should smooth out the movement even more and buffer their stops against the posts.

https://youtube.com/shorts/Lv5XlKzfe-w

Gary

GRadice

I've made a potting bench for the shed. The design program was to have free standing bench rather than built in against the end wall by the window so there would be side light, use up scraps from the shed build and from my hardwood stash to keep the cost down, be sturdy, and have two shelves for storage.

Western red cedar 4x4s for the legs, Douglas fir construction lumber for the rails. The top has madrone, butternut, Oregon white oak, eastern white Oak, cherry, and sycamore. The three border boards on the top are giant chinkapin, an uncommon hardwood from the Pacific northwest. The top is colorful now but I think it will look better when it turns brown/gray with time and use.

I'm keeping the bench outside until I finish the floor. Don't know when that will be, maybe this winter.





Gary

GRadice

Incremental progress. I finished the doors by installing the glass and pulls. Next up making the three panels that go above the window and doors.


Gary

GRadice

I finished the panels for the transom spaces. They are fit but I still need to install the trim.




Gary

GRadice

Panels are trimmed out. BTW, every wood surface you see here was hand finish planed. Didn't seem to me like a lot of work when I was doing it one piece at a time, but it does now!




This finishes all of the woodworking for the shed except for the steps and the floor. Seems like a good place to stop. I'm going to take a break for a few months as our rainy season is about to begin. I hope to get back to it in the spring.
Gary

aigheadish

This really looks great GRadice! You should be very proud of yourself!
New Holland LB75b, Husqvarna 455 Rancher, Husqvarna GTH52XLS, Hammerhead 250, Honda VTX1300 for now and probably for sale (let me know if you are interested!)

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