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  • Just bumping my post.

    https://www.lfgss.com/comments/15274300/

    Would really appreciate any advice or guidance on best material/wood size for the underfloor bearers(?) - the long bits of wood running end to end under the shed (think they're 38mm X 47mm - ie is this suitable or was it the cheap option).

    I think I understand how to replace the rotten shiplap panels.

    Other questions I've thought of are:

    • would painting the most at risk bearer with roof paint be a good idea , or would it just lock in moisture and rot faster?
    • would cutting a 2" channel in the concrete to draw the water just end destroying the base?

    Cheers.

  • Are any bearers rotten? I'd so I'd replace with same size treated wood. Replace the rotten cladding. Put a gutter at the top of the shed wall to catch the roof rain fall off.
    I wouldn't do anything with the concrete base. I'm guessing the rot is caused by water splashing up and not from stuff sitting in water?

  • Are any bearers rotten?

    The fence side is, but unsure of the others. Thinking a preventative would be to put two bearers down.

    I'm guessing the rot is caused by water splashing up and not from stuff sitting in water?

    Hopefully this pic and diagram show the situation. I need to find a time in the morning when my kid isn't around to check the water flow. Previously there was a lot of crap down there which wouldn't have helped with avaporation.

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