Generator Shed build that provides:
1. Sound reduction
2. Exhaust heat expulsion
3. Generator heat management
4. Critter and Insect protection
5. Weather protection
Generator Shed build components:
Shed: Suncast garbage can resin shed: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Suncast-Stow-Away-3-ft-8-in-x-5-ft-11-in-Resin-Horizontal-Storage-Shed-BMS4700/204508963
Shed: 18” pavers (12) for footer: https://www.homedepot.com/p/18-in-x-18-in-x-1-75-in-Pewter-Square-Concrete-Step-Stone-73800/100346509
Shed: Paver leveling sand: https://www.homedepot.com/p/0-5-cu-ft-Paver-Sand-98000/100343385
Shed: 4-5 feet of ½ inch PVC pipe for lid stay braces
Shed: #8 1-1/2 hex screws: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HBSCTKC?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Shed: 3/16 x 1” Fender washers: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-3-16-in-x-1-in-Metallic-Stainless-Steel-Fender-Washer-3-per-Pack-800501/204284500
Shed: Bug & Critter protection: Stainless Screen: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08ZGZDDN3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Shed: Bug & Critter protection: Almond caulk: https://www.homedepot.com/p/DAP-Dynaflex-230-10-1-oz-Almond-Premium-Exterior-Interior-Window-Door-and-Trim-Sealant-18288/100122579
Shed: 6” blast gate for 50amp cord feed: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08C282DGX?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Shed: 18” x 18” pavers (12):
https://www.homedepot.com/p/18-in-x-18-in-x-1-75-in-Pewter-Square-Concrete-Step-Stone-73800/100346509
Shed: Paver leveling sand 2 – 3 bags: https://www.homedepot.com/p/0-5-cu-ft-Paver-Sand-98000/100343385
Sound reduction: Silver Board 1” insulation: SilverBboard 1 in. x 2 ft. x 48 in. R5 Radiant Acoustic Insulation Kit - STC 19 (12 sheets) - 96 sq. ft. SB12AKIT - The Home Depot
Sound reduction: Kilmat sound deadening mat: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0751CBXBT?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Sound reduction: Kilmat rolling tool: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07W9BTN6G?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Sound Reduction: 3M foil tape: https://www.lowes.com/pd/3M-1-88-in-W-x-150-ft-L-HVAC-Tape/4009603
Sound Reduction: ¾” Rubber floor mat: https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/4-ft-x-6-ft-x-3-4-in-thick-rubber-stall-mat?cm_vc=-10005
Ventilation: Louvered Vent intake with screen: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B093BYRNPD?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Ventilation: Shutter fan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FSGXMYP?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Ventilation: Machine screws to mount fan (2) https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-10-24-x-2-in-Combo-Round-Head-Zinc-Plated-Machine-Screw-4-Pack-803231/204274628
Exhaust: adaptor/extension: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HGLQSDJ?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Exhaust: heat wrap: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011B99B0I?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Exhaust: Type B vent wall thimble: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Selkirk-3-in-Type-B-Adjustable-Wall-Thimble-187703HD/300255799
Exhaust: Type B vent pipe: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Selkirk-3-in-x-24-in-Round-Type-B-Gas-Vent-Pipe-103024HD/309070277
Exhaust: Fire resistant foam: https://www.homedepot.com/p/GREAT-STUFF-Smart-Dispenser-12-oz-Fireblock-Insulating-Spray-Foam-Sealant-99112831/312450329
Exhaust: 3M high temp caulk grey: https://www.homedepot.com/p/3M-10-1-fl-oz-Gray-Fire-Block-Specialty-Sealant-FB-136/100390499. ATTENTION! DO NOT USE THIS! It is not waterproof and dissolved after some hard rains. Use outdoor caulking that can tolerate higher temperatures and is waterproof, instead.