Raising a barn

[Rustyferrious]

Wow, That's a huge space! You guys got a lot done in 7 or so weeks. Did you come in at your material budget?

 

[cat fever]

Wow, That's a huge space! You guys got a lot done in 7 or so weeks. Did you come in at your material budget?

Yes, we did a lot in the time period we had. I was on vacation the whole time though so I had every day to work on it. (except Sundays,rain and windy days)
I wish we could have stayed in the budget we had. I was thinking 15-17 grand without doors. So far we are about 21 grand.

I still have not decided on what kind of doors I want. I like the idea of regular roll up house style doors for the fact I would be done working on it. But the barn style sliding doors make it look like a "barn". I would like that for the curb appeal, but then I would be building them. I'll post pictures of what ever I decide.
So here are two pictures of where I started and where I am now.

 

[farmer2009]

You sure dido a nice job. Looks really good. Where did you locate the the translucent panels? All I have seen are for corrugated metal.

 

[cat fever]

You sure dido a nice job. Looks really good. Where did you locate the the translucent panels? All I have seen are for corrugated metal.

Thanks farmer;
The translucent panels run the full length of the barn on the east and west sides. Here are the pictures.

The east is 14" high and the west is 30" high. I think it will let plenty of light in, even on cloudy days.
The last picture is inside just before sunset. Still plenty of light I think.

 

[farmer2009]

Thanks farmer; The translucent panels run the full length of the barn on the east and west sides. Here are the pictures. <img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/files/rural-living/445106-raising-barn-dscn2297-jpg"/><img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/files/rural-living/445107-raising-barn-dscn2318-jpg"/> The east is 14" high and the west is 30" high. I think it will let plenty of light in, even on cloudy days. The last picture is inside just before sunset. Still plenty of light I think. <img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/files/rural-living/445108-raising-barn-dscn2319-jpg"/>

Sorry for the wording. They sure do let in a lot of light. Where did you source/purchase the translucent panels?

 

[cat fever]

Got them from a place called Triple SSS in Salt Lake City.

 

[BigBoyToys]

Those translucent panel are really nice! :thumbsup:
Can't beat natural light...or the price.

 

[cat fever]

Those translucent panel are really nice! :thumbsup:
Can't beat natural light...or the price.

Thanks,
I'm really glad I put them in on both sides.

 

[cat fever]

I still do not have the trim yet but have started moving all the firewood into the barn. Lots of work but glad I have a big bucket on the tractor.

Supposed to rain Thursday so I hope I can get all the wood moved in and get the rest of the trim up.

 

[cat fever]

Not sure I posted a picture of how I moved the trusses in place. Since the weight of each one is about 400 pounds trying to carry them in was not much of an option. Maybe when I was 25 it would have been.:laughing:
Here is my only pictures of how it was done.

 

[cat fever]

I was able to get some of the trim I was waiting for. The entire roof is now done, that's a good feeling since winter is just around the corner. This picture is looking out my living room window. Note the hint of white up in the mountains. Yes, it's snow!!

 

[wngsprd]

You've done an incredible job adding beauty and function to a beautiful setting. I know you'll enjoy it as winter moves in. Thanks for posting your project.

 

[cat fever]

You've done an incredible job adding beauty and function to a beautiful setting. I know you'll enjoy it as winter moves in. Thanks for posting your project.

Thank you,
I know I like reading and checking out the pictures of the other TBN projects going on.

 

[EddieWalker]

Nicely done. I really like how clean and organized your fencing looks too!!!!

 

[cat fever]

Nicely done. I really like how clean and organized your fencing looks too!!!!

Thanks Eddie,
I think when I get around to removing the fence on the south end of the barn (right side) it will look even cleaner. Not sure if I'll get there this year.

 

[cat fever]

Here is another update on the barn build. As you can see from this picture getting done is a priority.

I am still struggling with the metal supplier, I have had one problem after another getting the right stuff. (pieces we order and confirm in person) When it shows up or I go to pick it up, it is not correct. I have two corner pieces left and I am done. I hope they show up early next week so I can get my work done. Here are a couple more pictures.


So the pictures without the tractor show the north end which is done. The picture with the tractor is where I still need the corner pieces for the door area. I have the doors ordered they will be roll up garage style and be dark brown to match the trim. Two to three weeks for the doors. I am happy to be getting done, it's been a long haul. The metal supplier delayed this whole thing by at least 4-5 weeks. Any how I think it looks good and will serve me well the rest of my life.
When I get the doors installed I will post some pictures.
Thank you all for your interest.

 

[BigBoyToys]

Building looks great!!!

I think this is a common thing with the metal building suppliers. I've read a lot of complains when it comes to "following up" with customers on fit issues. I just helped a friend with a 20x40 building and it was like pulling teeth getting some corner trim replaced. The corner trim didn't fit over the rib, it ended up sitting on it. He had to special order wider corners and it took 4 1/2 weeks to show up.

 

[cat fever]

Building looks great!!!



I think this is a common thing with the metal building suppliers. I've read a lot of complains when it comes to "following up" with customers on fit issues. I just helped a friend with a 20x40 building and it was like pulling teeth getting some corner trim replaced. The corner trim didn't fit over the rib, it ended up sitting on it. He had to special order wider corners and it took 4 1/2 weeks to show up.

Thanks BBtoys,

I guess I would be more understanding if my corners where special order type/size. They are just standard everyday corners 12' long. Somehow they were able to get the other 6 corners done OK.
O well, enough complaining I can see light at the end of the tunnel.:thumbsup:

 

[cat fever]

I finally got the last pieces of trim and have them installed. :thumbsup:
That is one big headache out of the way. I am now waiting for the doors that will show up in the next week or two.

 

[cat fever]

It's always a good thing to give your own handy work a test.
We had almost a foot of fairly heavy snow a few days ago and my barn is still standing.
The snow fell off in one big avalanche front and back within a day of snowing.
Doors are being installed Monday----can hardly wait. I'll post some pictures when they are done.