Best Barns Planner's Paradise Elite 12x16 Shed Kit with Sliding Doors and Dormers

Could a 12x16 shed with loft help you organize more without expanding the footprint? Nominal Size: 12 ft × 16 ft Main Doors: 5 ft 5 in wide sliding doors Dormers: Two with sunburst windows Sidewall Height: 8 ft 1 in Loft Width: 8 ft Yard tools, project supplies, and seasonal gear are easier to manage when each has a dedicated place. The Best Barns Planner’s Paradise Elite combines a nominal 12-by-16-foot footprint with a loft running the building’s length, two separate entrances, and multiple windows. This layout helps you plan distinct storage zones while preserving convenient access to frequently used items. Ground-level flooring and loft ladder or steps are not included, allowing you to choose those components for your site and preferred setup. Benefits Separate seasonal and everyday storage The 8-foot-wide, 4-foot-3-inch-tall loft runs the length of the building, creating an upper zone for lighter or less frequently used belongings. Keeping those items above can leave the main level better organized for lawn equipment, tools, and active projects. Use the entrance that suits the task A 5-foot-5-inch-wide sliding-door set is centered on the gable side, while a 32-inch 9-lite walk-in door is centered on the eave side. The two access points let you reserve the sliding doors for loading supplies and use the walk-in door for routine visits. See stored items more clearly Two 18-by-36-inch windows, a gable sunburst window, and two dormers with sunburst windows introduce natural light from several parts of the shed. Better visibility can make it easier to locate tools, sort bins, and work through daytime storage tasks. Plan organization above floor level The 8-foot-1-inch first-floor sidewalls provide height for shelving, hooks, and other vertical storage arrangements. Combined with the 10/12 gable roof and loft, this configuration helps you assign different levels to different types of belongings. Choose a look that fits your property LP SmartSide arrives primed and ready for paint, giving you control over the final color. Vinyl shutters, dormers, and sunburst windows add architectural detail, while precision pre-cut materials provide prepared components for the build, with some on-site cutting still required. Features SecureTruss Roof System The SecureTruss roof system uses prebuilt left and right end sections assembled with additional nominal 2x4 rafters, wood gussets and a ridge block. The wall tops receive 2x4 tie plates, and wall studs are spaced 24 inches on center. Roof sheathing and loft sheathing are 7/16-inch OSB. The 8-foot-wide loft includes its own sheathing; the ground-level floor is not included. Precision Precut Materials Precision precut components provide prepared parts for the customer assembly sequence described in the manual. Some on-site cutting is still required. Window openings are cut during wall assembly, and the dormer installation requires openings in the roof sheathing. Read the shed manual together with the dormer instructions when planning the assembly work. Installation is not included. Primed LP SmartSide Siding The 3/8-inch LP SmartSide engineered wood siding is supplied primed and ready for final paint. Finish the exterior within 30 days of assembly, using at least two coats of 100% acrylic latex exterior paint or solid-colored stain. Keep sprinkler water off the shed, and keep debris and vegetation away. Specifications 12x16 Building and Loft Specifications Foundation outside dimensions 12 ft 0 in × 16 ft 0 in Roof style Gable Roof pitch 10/12 Loft height 4 ft 3 in Loft length Full length of the building Loft access opening 2 ft × 4 ft; manual shows two suggested layouts Lead TimeEstimated dispatch is 5–7 days after the manufacturer receives the order. Shipping & DeliveryThe kit ships by common carrier with curbside liftgate delivery. Moving the delivery beyond the driveway end is your responsibility.Shipping charges depend on the model and destination. Homestead Supplier’s general free-shipping offer covers almost all items over $199 to the contiguous United States, with model and state exceptions for sheds. Confirm the shipping charge for your delivery address before ordering.After shipment, you will receive an email confirmation with tracking. Tracking updates may take approximately 24 hours. Compare Planner’s Paradise Elite 12x16 Configurations 12x16 Elite Door and Dormer Comparison Configuration Main doors Main-door width Separate walk-in door Dormers Sliding Doors + Dormers: this configuration Sliding doors centered on the gable wall 5 ft 5 in 32-inch 9-lite door centered on the eave wall Two with sunburst windows Transom Doors + Dormers: alternative Transom doors centered on the gable wall 6 ft 1 in 32-inch 9-lite door centered on the eave wall Two with sunburst windows Door widths do not establish clear opening dimensions. Review the applicable assembly manual and measure your equipment before choosing a configuration. What Is Included? 12x16 shed kit with a sliding-door set centered on the gable wall. A full-length, 8-foot-wide loft with loft sheathing. Two 18 × 36-inch windows with vinyl shutters. One gable sunburst window. Two dormers with sunburst windows. A separate 32-inch 9-lite walk-in door centered on the eave wall. Roof sheathing. What You Need to Supply A suitable concrete slab or wood floor; the ground-level floor is not included. Final shingles or metal roofing, drip edge and roofing fasteners. Roof felt. Exterior paint or solid-colored stain. A loft ladder or steps; neither is included. Assembly and Site PlanningCustomer assembly is required; installation is not included. Review the exact 12x16 sliding-door manual and the dormer manual before assembly. Dormer roof openings and window openings are cut on site.Plan a suitable concrete slab or wood floor using the 12 ft × 16 ft outside foundation measurements. Check local building and HOA requirements before site preparation. The permit packet does not guarantee permit approval. Exterior Finishing and CareFinish the exterior within 30 days of assembly using at least two coats of 100% acrylic latex exterior paint or solid-colored stain. Keep sprinkler water off the shed, and keep debris and vegetation away. Product Overview Video This Homestead Supplier overview shows the related 12x24 Sliding Doors + Dormers configuration. It is an overview, not the assembly instructions for this 12x16 kit. Use the exact 12x16 specifications and assembly manuals on this page for your project. Assembly Manuals 12x16 Sliding Doors with Dormers: Assembly Manual (PDF) Dormer Kit: Assembly Manual (PDF) Permit DrawingsPlanner’s Paradise Sliding-Door Permit Set (PDF) FAQs Does the kit include a ground-level floor?The ground-level shed floor is not included. Plan a suitable concrete slab or wood floor before assembly. What comes with this Elite configuration?This configuration includes two dormers with sunburst windows, two 18 × 36-inch side windows with vinyl shutters, one gable sunburst window and a separate 32-inch 9-lite walk-in door. There are five windows, excluding the glazing in the walk-in door. What doors are included with this sliding-door model?A 5 ft 5 in wide sliding-door set is centered on the gable wall. A separate 32-inch 9-lite walk-in door is centered on the eave wall. These are door dimensions, not verified clear opening dimensions. How large is the loft, and how do I reach it?The loft is 8 ft wide, 4 ft 3 in tall and runs the full length of the building. The manual shows a 2 ft × 4 ft access opening with two suggested layouts. A loft ladder and steps are not included. What foundation dimensions should I plan for?The exact 12x16 sliding-door manual shows 12 ft 0 in × 16 ft 0 in outside foundation measurements. Review the manual and check local building and HOA requirements before preparing your site. Is the final roof covering included?Roof sheathing is included. Final shingles or metal roofing, drip edge, roofing fasteners and roof felt must be supplied separately. Will I need to cut materials during assembly?Yes. The kit uses precision precut materials, but some on-site cutting is required, including dormer roof openings and window openings. Customer assembly is required; installation is not included. When should I paint the shed?Finish the exterior within 30 days of assembly with at least two coats of 100% acrylic latex exterior paint or solid-colored stain. Who should I contact about warranty assistance?Contact Homestead Supplier for warranty assistance. Coverage and exclusions vary by component, and the warranty applies to the original owner. Review the official warranty terms for conditions and exclusions.