Get The Right Metal Building Size
The three most popular applications for Quonset huts are garages, sheds and workshops and because our buildings can be between 10 and 60 feet wide with no limit on the length, you have almost unlimited choices in sizes to choose from. Let’s look at each of these applications and discuss what size may work best for you.
Cost Per Square Foot
Steel building kits can start as low as $5,500. Your steel building kit cost per square foot will depend on how large your building is, the gauge thickness of the steel, and how many customizations are selected. Most Quonset kits cost between $10,000 and $20,000 with larger and more custom buildings going up from there. All building pricing is customized to meet the code and load requirements of a location.
Garage Sizes
Choosing the right size garage is an essential decision that can significantly impact your property’s functionality and value. A garage can serve as a secure storage space for your vehicles or a multipurpose building for storage and work.
More information on specific garage sizes:
| Garage Type | Width | Length | Approx. Square Footage |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Car | 12' - 20' + | 20' – 24'+ | 240 – 480+ |
| Two Car | 20' - 30' | 20' – 30' | 400 – 900 |
| Oversized | 30' + | 30'+ | 900'+ |
| RV Garage | 20' – 30'+ | 30' – 50'+ | 600 – 1,500+ |
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Standard Car Sizes
Car (Sedan)
- Average length is typically 14.7 feet
- Average width is typically 5.8 feet
- Average height is typically 5-6 feet
Truck
- Average length ranges 16-20 feet
- Average width ranges 6.3 to 6.8 feet
- Average height is typically 6 feet
RV
- Average length ranges 12-35 feet
- Average width ranges 7-8.5 feet
- Average height ranges 8-13 feet
Before deciding on the size, ask yourself the following questions:
- Vehicle size(s): What’s the number and size of the vehicles that need storage?
- Storage & Workspaces: How much extra room do you need for storage or workshop area?
- Project Plans: Will you be purchasing more vehicles or adding more items to your storage requirements?
- Property Constraints: What size building makes sense for your property?
- Cost: What’s your garage budget?
- Local Regulations: Are there local zoning and building codes to account for?
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Shed Sizes
A storage shed can be a simple backyard outbuilding or a large secure equipment storage facility. With custom dimensions and the ability to add length in the future, Quonset sheds give you a ton of size options to consider.
DIY Backyard sheds
A typical backyard shed is between 10ft – 12ft wide and 10ft – 16ft long. This gives you between 100 and 256 square feet of storage space without taking up too much room on your property. Popular backyard shed sizes include:
- 10 x 10
- 12 x 12
- 12 x 16
Ideal for:
- Extra storage
- Yard equipment storage
- Man-caves
- She-sheds
Storage sheds
Quonset sheds are a popular all-purpose building choice great for properties with enough room for additional buildings. We typically consider sheds that have at least one dimension over 16 feet as a larger shed with some of the most popular being:
- 16 x 16
- 20 x 20
- 20 x 22
Ideal for:
- Small vehicle storage
- Equipment and supplies
- Office or guest room
- Barn storage
Large storage sheds
Common in commercial or industrial applications, large steel storage sheds are ideal because they offer protection from the elements and security for property. The most popular sizes include:
- 20 x 30
- 24 x 24
- 25 x 30
Ideal for:
- Secure onsite storage
- Vehicle and equipment storage
- Multi-purpose buildings
- Office or guest house
Workshop Sizes
Whether it’s extra space for a hobby or passion of yours or a small manufacturing facility, our workshops are among the more popular applications for Quonset huts. The smallest workshop we sell is a 10 x 10 with sizes that go up to 80 feet wide and unlimited length.
Small workshops
Our small steel workshop kits are ideal for a few workbenches, some equipment and a little extra storage. These are great for the backyard and can be made to match the looks of your property. Personal workshops can be expanded in length so you can always get a wide but short workshop and expand it longer later.
- 12 x 12
- 12 x 16
- 16 x 18
Ideal for:
- Hobby or project space
- Equipment and supplies
- Custom applications
Workshop
A medium-sized workshop is a fantastic choice when you need space to move around, work, or relax. Starting at 18 x 18, medium-sized workshops provide enough room for several workbenches, storage cabinets, larger equipment and room to fabricate larger projects.
- 20 x 20
- 20 x 22
- 22 x 22
Ideal for:
- Larger workspace needs
- Long-term storage
- Custom applications
Large workshop
With room for large equipment and manufacturing at scale, large steel workshop kits have both residential and commercial applications. For homeowners, large workshops provide expansive space for working on projects or hobbies that can’t be contained in a garage and for industrial applications, they are a cost-effective building option for their business.
- 30 x 30
- 40 x 40
- 40 x 60
Ideal for:
- Manufacturing space
- Larger equipment
- Custom applications