How to Make a Metal Building Look Like a Barn – The Easy Way
Metal barn buildings are back in style and not just for barnyard animals, either. When you picture a barn you think of the 3 tiered roof or gambrel roof designs typically made of wood 40 years ago. Let’s jump in to how to make a metal building look like a barn below.
First, if you already have a square or rectangular metal building, the easiest way to make it look like a barn would be to add lean-to’s to the sides. Think of these as shorter patios covers below the roof line of the center building, each running down the sides of the building. This will give you the 3 tiered look that most barns have along with additional space for storage. If you already have a rectangle tube steel building, contact us for a quote on adding lean-to’s. If you have a pole barn steel building with wood framing, you will need to contact a pole barn company near you for a quote.
Alternatively, if you want to learn how to make a metal building look like a barn yourself, here’s how.
- Determine the size of your lean-to’s to give your building that barn look
- Level the ground on each side of your building where the lean-to’s will be constructed
- Pour a concrete stem wall for anchoring your walls
- Frame out your lean-to’s to your desired size
- Sheet your framing with corrugated sheet metal
- Cutout, frame and trim any frameouts for windows or doors
- Install windows and doors as needed
Now, that’s the short version of how to make a metal building look like a barn. While this may be a weekend project for some, others may prefer to have it done professionally. We can help!
In most cases, we can add lean-to’s to existing metal buildings for that barn look you’re after. We also carry corrugated metal in various gauges and colors to fit your needs. Contact us today for a quote!
If you’re interested in designing a metal barn you can use our 3D Builder. It’s free and easy to use and offers many different options and styles to choose from.