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Construction & Options

How Our Buildings Are Built.

Here’s what you’re actually getting when you buy from Factory Direct Sheds — from LP SmartSide wood buildings with Blue Plus subfloors to all-steel framed metal sheds and premium door options.

Wood vs Metal – Which Is Right For You?

Wood Buildings

  • Cabin / office feel: Best when you want a space that feels like a real room.
  • Easy to finish out: Ideal for insulation, electrical, and interior wall packages.
  • Premium curb appeal: LP SmartSide siding and real paint colors match your home.

Metal Buildings

  • Low maintenance: All-steel walls and roof — no wood wall framing.
  • Storage-first: Great when you just want strong, dry storage and easy cleaning.
  • Value-focused: Excellent price-to-size when you don’t need a finished interior.

Not sure which way to go?

Wood Buildings

Our wood buildings use LP SmartSide siding, a heavy-duty floor system, and a curated paint palette so they look and feel like permanent structures on your property.

Structure & Floor System

Wood construction

Exterior & Walls

  • LP SmartSide® siding: Clean, residential look with engineered durability.
  • Factory-applied paint: Any of our siding & trim colors listed below.
  • Real framing: Designed for storage, cabins, offices, studios, and more.

Floor System

  • 3/4" Blue Plus subfloor: Solid, quiet floor that holds up to daily use.
  • 2×6 floor joists: Strength and rigidity under heavy loads.
  • 4×6 treated runners: Keep the building off the ground and support delivery / setup.

Roofing

  • Metal roofing color options (see metal roofing colors) or shingles on select models.
  • House-style trim details so the building looks like it belongs on your property.
  • Optional insulation and electrical packages in many models for more comfortable interior use.
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Wood Siding & Trim Colors

LP SmartSide colors

These are the siding & trim paint color options for our wood buildings.

Apple In the Orchard

Armory

Black

Brilliant Blue

Calvary

Cappucino

Fudge

Greystone

Misty Surf

Peppered Pecan

Pinecone

Positively Palm

Royal Hunter Green

Silent Storm

Sweater Weather

Toasted Almond

White

Want to see these colors on real buildings? Check out our Video Library for walkthroughs.

Metal Buildings

Our metal sheds use all-steel framing, Steel Dutch Lap siding, and metal roofing. No wood wall framing — just steel, siding, and a treated floor system built for the long haul.

Structure & Floor System

Steel frame

All-Steel Frame

  • Walls and roof built with an all-steel stud system — no wood wall framing.
  • Galvanized steel frame components for strength and corrosion resistance.
  • Steel framing does not warp, split, or rot the way traditional wood framing can.

Floor System (Metal Sheds)

  • Heavy-duty, pressure-treated wood floor system designed for steel-framed sheds.
  • 3/4" exterior-rated subfloor for durability against moisture and heavy loads.
  • Treated floor joists and skids sized for the building span and load requirements.

This floor information applies to our metal sheds. Wood buildings use the Blue Plus / 2×6 / 4×6 system described in the wood section.

Steel Dutch Lap Siding

  • Steel Dutch Lap siding only — a clean residential profile with built-in shadow lines.
  • Pre-finished siding colors shown below under “Metal Shed Colors.”
  • Paired with metal roofing colors for a cohesive exterior.
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Metal Shed Colors (Siding)

Steel Dutch Lap

These are the siding colors available on our Steel Dutch Lap metal sheds.

Hover a siding color to preview it.
White

White

Cream

Cream

Antique Beige

Antique Beige

Cedar Brown

Cedar Brown

Burgundy

Burgundy

Pewter

Pewter

Black

Black

Blue

Blue

Clay

Clay

Green

Green

Brown

Brown

Barn Red

Barn Red

Sage

Sage

Red Wood

Red Wood

Candy Apple Red

Candy Apple Red

Dove

Dove

Metal Roofing Color Options

Metal roof

These metal roof colors can be used on both wood and metal buildings.

Black

Galvalume

Saddle Tan

Taupe

Charcoal Gray

Cocoa Brown

Copper Metalic

Crimson Red

Evergreen

Polar White

Burnished Slate

Hawaian Blue

Gallery Blue

Light Stone

Old Town Gray

Doors & Openings

For cabins, finished sheds, and upgraded storage buildings, we use shed-grade pre-hung entry doors and roll-up doors specifically designed for portable buildings.

6 Panel Pre-Hung Door

Pre-hung entry door

6 Panel Pre-Hung Door

  • Classic 6-panel look for cabins and upgraded storage buildings.
  • Door slab options: fiberglass or 25-gauge steel.
  • Wood, PVC, or DuraPlast woodgrain jamb and brick mold options.
  • Factory white finish with multiple rough opening sizes.

Ideal as a standard cabin entry or main door for finished sheds.

9 Lite Pre-Hung Door

Pre-hung entry door

9 Lite Pre-Hung Door

  • 9-lite glass panel for natural light and visibility in the building.
  • Door slab options: fiberglass or 25-gauge steel.
  • Wood, PVC, or DuraPlast woodgrain jamb and brick mold options.
  • Factory white finish in multiple sizes for different wall heights.

Great for offices, studios, and cabins where daylight matters.

French Door Pre-Hung

Double French doors

French Door Pre-hung

  • Full-glass double door look for premium cabins and offices.
  • Door slab options: fiberglass or 25-gauge steel.
  • Wood, PVC, or DuraPlast woodgrain jamb and brick mold options.
  • Factory white finish sized specifically for portable buildings.

Perfect for Signature-style cabins, studios, and “tiny home” style builds.

Roll-Up Garage Style Door

Roll-up doors

Roll-Up Doors

  • Durable roll-up doors designed specifically for sheds and portable buildings.
  • Compact coil above the opening to maximize headroom inside.
  • Available in multiple widths and a wide range of colors to match your building.

Ideal for storage sheds, garages, and workshops where you need wide, secure access.

Common Questions

Quick answers we hear every day when people are choosing between wood, metal, and different options.

Will a wood building last as long as a metal one?

With proper site prep and maintenance, both can last for many years. Wood gives you a more “finished room” feel and is easier to insulate and finish out. Metal is great when you care most about strong, dry storage with less cosmetic maintenance.

Can I insulate a metal shed?

Yes — we can add insulation packages to many metal models. If you’re planning heavy interior finish work (full cabin, office, etc.), a wood building is often the better starting point.

What if my property is tricky or unlevel?

Our team can look at photos, satellite views, or a quick video of your property to make sure the building and delivery plan make sense. If you’re unsure, just send us a message and we’ll walk you through options.