Side lofted barns offer the same useful overhead storage as a standard lofted barn, but with the doors placed along the side for easier access and a wider entryway. The elevated loft areas keep bulky or seasonal items up and out of the way, while the main floor stays open for everyday use.
Side Lofted Barn Standard Features
- Flooring
- Framing
- Siding
- Roofing
- Customization Options
Flooring
Wood Side Lofted Barns:
- Floor built on 4”x6” pressure-treated notched skids for a solid foundation
- 2”x6” pressure-treated floor joists spaced 16” on center for increased load capacity
- 3/4” tongue and groove plywood used for floor decking
- Thicker plywood helps prevent sagging seams and supports heavy use
- Floor system designed for long-term, maintenance-free performance
- Optional floor enamel coating available
- Two-step application using Extreme Block primer and enamel
- Enamel finish seals plywood against spills and stains
Aluminum Side Lofted Barns:
- Floor built with 4”x6” ground contact Southern Yellow Pine skids and 20-gauge galvanized steel 2”x6” floor joists
- Floor components secured with lag screws for added strength and stability
- Skids notched to cradle the floor joists and prevent joist movement or buckling
- ¾” tongue and groove plywood used for floor decking
- Tight-seam plywood design supports heavy loads without sagging
- Flooring designed to resist rot and warping for low-maintenance use
- Floor system rated for 125 pounds per square foot load capacity
- Optional floor enamel coating available
- Enamel seals plywood against spills and simplifies cleanup
Framing
Wood Side Lofted Barns:
- Walls framed with Spruce 2”x4” studs spaced 24” on center
- Double wall studs are installed every 4 feet to reinforce exterior siding seams
- Double 2”x8” top plate adds strength and provides roof overhang
- Gambrel-style roof design maximizes loft storage and headroom
- Steep lower roof pitch of 36” on 12” with an upper pitch of 4” on 12”
- Roof framed with Spruce 2”x4” rafters spaced 24” on center
- Rafters aligned with wall studs for strong top-down load transfer
- Galvanized steel mending plates used to reinforce rafter connections
Aluminum Side Lofted Barns:
- Walls framed with 2”x4” roll-formed 20 gauge G-90 galvanized steel studs spaced 24” on center
- Horizontal belt stud runs midway up the walls to reinforce exterior siding seams
- Double 2”x4” wall plate used to strengthen walls and prevent bulging
- Roof framed with 2”x4” roll-formed 20 gauge G-90 galvanized steel rafters spaced 24” on center
- Rafters aligned with wall studs for top-down load transfer
- Roof framing laid out in a 24” grid pattern across the pitch
- Galvanized steel framing resists rust and corrosion
- Engineered to meet or exceed local roof load and wind zone requirements
Siding
Wood Side Lofted Barns:
- 5/8” pressure-treated T1-11 rough sawn plywood siding with V-grooves spaced 4” on center
- 7/16” LP Smart Siding option with V-grooves spaced 8” on center
- Low-maintenance siding with strong resistance to moisture
- Backed by a 5-year 100% labor and material replacement warranty
- Includes a 50-year prorated limited warranty on the substrate
Aluminum Side Lofted Barns:
- Aluminum lap siding with a Dutch lap style profile
- Aluminum twin rib pattern siding
- Both siding options are made from durable, low-maintenance aluminum
- Designed to withstand outdoor exposure and provide long-term exterior protection
Roofing
Wood Side Lofted Barns:
- Roofing options include 29-gauge painted steel or 3-tab shingles
- 29-gauge steel roofing with a 5-rib pattern
- Available in 18 baked enamel colors or Galvalume
- Metal panels installed vertically for efficient water and debris drainage
- Roofline trimmed on all sides and transitions for a finished appearance
- 3-tab shingles available in four stock colors
- Optional upgrade to 30-year architectural shingles with expanded color options
- Roof deck constructed with 7/16” OSB sheathing for added strength
- Screened ridge installed for ventilation while keeping out debris and pests
Aluminum Side Lofted Barns:
- 29-gauge galvalume steel roofing for added strength and long-term durability
- Thicker metal roofing compared to traditional tin roofs
- Roof system designed for long-lasting performance
- Metal roof panels installed vertically down the pitch for efficient water and debris drainage
- Vertical installation helps prevent standing water and reduces leak risk
- Continuous Metal Roof System runs from one side of the building to the other
- Crimped ridge design eliminates traditional ridge caps
- The system helps block water, debris, and pests
- Closer seals installed at corners and eaves for improved protection
- Sealed roof system helps keep pests out and protects stored items
- Low-maintenance roofing designed for reliable, long-term use
Customization Options
Wood Side Lofted Barns:
- Siding options include 5/8” pressure-treated T1-11 with 4” V-grooves or 7/16” LP Smart Siding with 8” V-grooves
- Roofing options include 29GA steel metal roofing in 18 baked enamel colors or Galvalume
- 3-tab shingles available in four stock colors
- Optional upgrade to 30-year architectural shingles
- Roof deck built with 7/16 OSB sheathing
- Vertical roof panel installation for efficient drainage
- Door options include single 46” barn doors or double 64” barn doors
- Optional steel panel door or 9-lite gridded steel door
- Custom 80”x80” doors or roll-up garage door under the gable available
- Window size options include 24”x27”, 2’x3’, or 3’x3’
- Optional PVC flower boxes or shutters
- Electrical packages available
Aluminum Side Lofted Barns:
- Roof options include a standard vertical roof or an upgraded vertical roof with boxed eaves
- Vertical roof design supports efficient water drainage and added structural strength
- Metal siding is available in multiple colors
- The ribbed siding profile offers a clean, modern appearance and low maintenance performance
- Floor system built with 4”x6” ground contact Southern Yellow Pine skids
- 2”x6” pressure-treated floor joists
- ¾” tongue and groove plywood floor decking for strength and durability
- Walls framed with 2”x4” roll-formed 20 gauge G-90 galvanized steel studs
- Wall studs spaced 24” on center for structural integrity
- Door options include single doors, double doors, or roll-up garage doors
- Door sizes are customizable for equipment and storage access
- Optional windows with screens for natural light
- Gable vents are available to improve airflow
- Electrical packages available
- Options range from basic lighting and outlets to upgraded electrical setups
- Optional upgrades include shelves, workbenches, insulation, and ramps
Side Lofted Barn Material Colors
- Steel Roof
- Aluminum Siding & Trim
- Urethane Siding
- Wood Siding & Trim
Steel Roof
Aluminum Siding & Trim
Urethane Siding
Wood Siding & Trim
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