20×60 Metal Building Specs, Dimensions & Custom Options
The 1,200 sq ft 20×60 steel building footprint is a long, high-utility prefab metal building size for RV storage, vehicle rows, workshops, farm equipment, commercial storage, and narrow-lot operations. Configure every spec below in our free 3D builder to match your exact use case, budget, and local building codes.
| Building Footprint | 20′ Wide × 60′ Longwith leg heights from 10′ to 20′ |
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| Total Square Footage | 1,200 square feet of usable interior or covered space |
| Building Configurations | Metal carport, fully enclosed garage, RV cover, equipment shelter, workshop, commercial storage building, farm buildingAll Available |
| Enclosure Options | Open carport, partially enclosed, fully enclosed with four walls, drive-through layout, side-entry configuration, or custom bay layout |
| Roof Styles | Regular Roof, A-Frame Horizontal / Boxed Eave, or Vertical Roof. Vertical Roof is strongly recommended for the 60-foot length for better rain and snow runoff. |
| Roof Pitch Options | Standard 3:12 pitch, with 4:12 and 5:12 pitch upgrades available for heavy snow regions or steeper aesthetics |
| Frame Gauge | 14-gauge galvanized steel tubing standard, 12-gauge upgrade available for commercial, high-wind, RV, agricultural, and heavy-use applications |
| Roof & Wall Panels | 29-gauge sheet metal standard, 26-gauge upgrade available for hail-prone regions, coastal areas, and longer exterior service life |
| Door Options | Roll-up garage doors from 6’x6′ up to 14’x14′, 36″ walk-in doors, framed openings, drive-through doors, hydraulic doors, and commercial overhead doors |
| Window Options | 30″x30″ standard, 36″x36″ or custom sizes, with insulated glazing, storefront windows, and skylight options |
| Color Options | 17 colors for roof, walls, and trim independently: Barn Red, Beige, Black, Brown, Burgundy, Burnished Slate, Clay, Galvalume, Green, Patriot Red, Pewter Gray, Quaker Gray, Rawhide Tan, Royal Blue, Sandstone, Slate Blue, White |
| Wind Rating | 115 MPH standard, certified upgrades available up to 170+ MPH for hurricane and coastal zones |
| Snow Load | 35 PSF standard, certified upgrades available up to 65+ PSF for heavy snow and mountain regions |
| Certification | Available for any 20×60 configuration with engineered, stamped drawings that meet IBC, IRC, NEC, IFGC, IECC, and IMC codes |
| Anchoring | Concrete anchors, asphalt anchors, mobile-home anchors, or auger anchors for ground installation, matched to your surface and local requirements |
| Free Delivery | Included on every order in the 48 continental US states |
| Free Installation | Included on most tubular-frame 20×60 buildings. Custom red-iron commercial builds or complex certified structures may carry a separate installation fee. |
| Lead Time | 4 to 6 weeks from order confirmation, with timing based on configuration, engineering, and regional demand |
| Installation Time | 1 to 3 days for most 20×60 configurations |
| Warranty | 20-year rust-through warranty plus 90-day workmanship guarantee |
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12 Popular 20×60 Metal Building Uses (1,200 Sq Ft Layouts)
A 1,200 square foot 20×60 prefab metal building is ideal when you need a long covered footprint for RVs, vehicle rows, equipment, workshop bays, farm storage, or business operations. Filter by use case below, pick the right product configuration, and customize colors, doors, leg height, and roof style in our free 3D builder.
20×60 Metal Garage
Fully enclosed 1,200 sq ft steel garage for multiple vehicles, motorcycles, ATVs, trailers, tools, and a long workbench wall. Add front and rear roll-up doors for drive-through access.
20×60 Workshop / Hobby Space
Long clear-span workshop for woodworking, auto restoration, welding, fabrication, storage, and project bays. The 60-foot length gives room for tools, benches, and vehicle access in one line.
20×60 Metal Carport / Open Shelter
Lowest-cost 20×60 steel building configuration. Cover cars, trucks, trailers, boats, equipment, or long rows of stored materials. Add side panels later if you decide to enclose it.
20×60 Commercial Steel Building
Great for contractor storage, service businesses, inventory rows, auto detailing, field offices, or small commercial operations. Code-certified packages and 12-gauge upgrades are available.
20×60 RV Cover / Boat Storage
Long-span protection for Class A motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers, boats, pontoons, and tow vehicles. Add 14′ or 16′ legs and oversized doors for easy access.
20×60 Home Gym / Studio
Private 1,200 sq ft training or studio space with room for racks, cardio, mats, storage, and open movement lanes. Add insulation, windows, and wiring-ready framing.
20×60 Metal Barn / Farm Storage
Store tractors, implements, feed, hay, tack, livestock supplies, and long equipment rows. Optional lean-tos add protected side storage without changing the main footprint.
20×60 Man Cave / She Shed
Large personal retreat for games, music, art, hobbies, storage, or a private lounge. The narrow-long footprint works well for zones: seating, shop, storage, and activity area.
20×60 Warehouse / Factory Bay
Long industrial bay for inventory staging, machinery rows, repair operations, material storage, or small production lines. Upgrade to 12-gauge framing for heavier use.
20×60 Government / Institutional
Use as municipal equipment storage, field office space, emergency response staging, parks department storage, or public works support building with permit-ready drawings.
20×60 Equestrian / Tack Building
Long layout for tack, feed, grooming space, small stalls, hay storage, or equipment rows. Add ventilation, framed openings, walk-in doors, and lean-tos for barn-style function.
20×60 Houses of Worship / Community Hall
Column-free 1,200 sq ft interior for small churches, fellowship rooms, classrooms, community halls, or multi-purpose gatherings with insulation and code-certified options.
Not sure which 20×60 metal building configuration fits your project? Our building advisors design it free.
What’s Included in a 20×60 Metal Building Kit?
Every 20×60 prefab steel building kit ships with everything you need to stand up your structure. Free curbside delivery is included on every order, free professional installation is available on most tubular-frame buildings, and optional upgrades let you tailor the building to your exact use case.
Free With Every 20×60 Metal Building Order
Everything you need ships free with no hidden fees
- 14-gauge galvanized steel frame20′ x 60′ footprint with leg height of your choice from 10′ to 20′
- Choice of 3 roof stylesRegular Roof, A-Frame Horizontal / Boxed Eave, or Vertical Roof for snow and rain runoff
- 29-gauge sheet metal panelsRoof and sides in your color choice, with 26-gauge upgrade available
- 17 color optionsPick roof, walls, and trim independently from 17 popular metal building colors
- Galvanized purlins, girts, and bracingCold-formed steel secondary framing sized for the 20×60 footprint
- All hardware includedFasteners, color-matched screws, sealing strips, brackets, bolts, and trim hardware
- Painted flashings, trim, ridge capsColor-matched to your panel choices, 20-year paint warranty
- Foundation-matched anchorsConcrete, asphalt, mobile home, or auger anchors based on your install surface
- FREE delivery to all 48 statesCurbside delivery to your install address, no hidden freight charges
- FREE installation on tubular buildingsMost carports, garages, barns, RV covers, and workshops. Custom red-iron commercial builds may have install fees.
- 20-year rust-through warrantyPlus 90-day workmanship guarantee on labor and assembly
+ Popular 20×60 Building Upgrades & Add-Ons
Optional add-ons to configure your 20×60 prefab building exactly the way you want it
- Side panel enclosureConvert a 20×60 carport into a fully enclosed garage, workshop, RV storage building, or commercial storage structure
- 12-gauge steel frame upgrade33% thicker tubing, recommended for commercial, agricultural, RV, heavy-use, and high-wind applications
- 26-gauge sheet metal upgradeThicker panels for hail-prone regions, coastal installs, and longer paint life
- Certified / engineered drawingsStamped plans, foundation drawings, wind/snow calculations, and wet-stamped permit packages
- Higher wind and snow ratingsUp to 170+ MPH wind for hurricane zones and up to 65+ PSF snow load
- Roll-up garage doorsSizes from 6’x6′ up to 14’x14′, plus drive-through layouts, hydraulic doors, and rapid-entry options
- Walk-in doors and framed openings36″ personnel doors, double doors, framed openings for windows, vents, HVAC, or future expansion
- Windows and skylights30″x30″, 36″x36″, custom windows, skylights, or storefront glazing for daylight
- Insulation packagesSingle-bubble, double-bubble, fiberglass batt, spray foam, or insulated metal panels
- WainscotingPremium two-tone lower wall panels in any of the 17 standard colors
- Lean-to additionsCovered side spaces for hay, equipment, staging, firewood, outdoor work, or vehicle shade
- Taller leg heightsUp to 20′ for RVs, commercial vans, farm equipment, car lifts, stacked storage, and overhead clearance
Customize & Build Your 20×60 Metal Building Online
Every option below is selectable in our free 3D builder or your custom quote. The 20′ x 60′ footprint stays the same. Roof style, leg height, gauge, doors, windows, color, insulation, and certification are all yours to choose.
Leg Height (10′ to 20′)
The 20×60 footprint stays fixed. Choose 10′ to 12′ for garages and workshops, 12′ to 16′ for RV covers and trailers, and 16′ to 20′ for commercial clearance, farm equipment, car lifts, and tall storage.
3 Roof Styles
Regular Roof is the most affordable option. A-Frame Horizontal, also called Boxed Eave, gives a classic peaked look. Vertical Roof is recommended for the 60-foot length because it routes rain and snow off the building more efficiently.
Roof Pitch & Slope
Standard 3:12 roof pitch works for most 20×60 buildings. Upgrade to 4:12 or 5:12 pitch for snow regions, steeper aesthetics, or to match your existing house, barn, shop, or commercial building.
Frame Gauge (14 or 12)
14-gauge galvanized steel tubing comes standard for most residential garages, carports, and barns. Upgrade to 12-gauge for commercial storage, RV use, agricultural buildings, and heavier-duty workshops.
Sheet Metal Gauge (29 or 26)
29-gauge sheet metal panels are standard for roof and walls. Upgrade to 26-gauge in hail-prone regions, coastal climates, or for extended exterior durability on commercial and farm buildings.
Certification & Engineering
Certified buildings include stamped engineered drawings, foundation plans, and wind/snow load calculations matched to your local code. Recommended for permitted 20×60 garages, commercial buildings, RV covers, and agricultural structures.
Roll-Up Garage Doors
Roll-up garage doors from 6’x6′ up to 14’x14′ are available. A 20×60 building works well with front and rear doors for drive-through access, or multiple side-wall doors for bay-style storage.
Walk-In Doors
36″ personnel doors with full frames, weatherstripping, and locksets. Add one or more walk-in doors along the 60-foot wall for garage access, shop workflow, or commercial egress.
Hydraulic & Rapid Doors
For commercial or agricultural use, choose hydraulic one-piece doors, high-speed rapid-roll doors, or commercial overhead doors. These work well for fleet access, equipment storage, and high-cycle operations.
Windows & Skylights
30″x30″ insulated glazing is standard, with 36″x36″ and custom sizes available. Add skylights for daylight in workshops, storage bays, gyms, or studios.
Framed Openings
Order framed openings for custom doors, future windows, vents, HVAC units, exhaust fans, or later expansions. Pre-framing is cleaner than cutting after installation.
Garage Door Openers & Windows
Chain-drive, belt-drive, smart Wi-Fi openers, keypad entry, and window kits for roll-up doors are available. Pair with motion lighting for secure everyday access.
17 Standard Color Options
Choose from Barn Red, Beige, Black, Brown, Burgundy, Burnished Slate, Clay, Galvalume, Green, Patriot Red, Pewter Gray, Quaker Gray, Rawhide Tan, Royal Blue, Sandstone, Slate Blue, and White.
Mix-and-Match Roof, Walls, Trim
Pick a different color for roof, wall panels, and trim. Popular 20×60 combinations include Pewter Gray walls with Black trim, White walls with Barn Red roof, or Galvalume roof with darker trim.
Wainscoting (Two-Tone Walls)
Add wainscoting for a premium two-tone look. Lower 3′ to 4′ wall panels in a contrasting color improve curb appeal and protect high-contact areas near equipment and doors.
Galvalume (Bare Metal Finish)
Galvalume is a hot-dipped aluminum-zinc coating with no paint. It is cost-effective, corrosion-resistant, and popular for agricultural, rural, and industrial 20×60 buildings.
Painted Trim & Flashings
Color-matched ridge caps, eave trim, corner trim, gable trim, and rake trim ship with your building. Hardware and screws can match your panel choice for a clean finished look.
Custom Color Match
Need to match an existing building, HOA color requirement, business brand, or farm structure? Custom paint matching is available for an upcharge with sample approval.
Insulation Options
Choose single-bubble radiant barrier, double-bubble, fiberglass batt, spray foam, or insulated metal panels. Insulation is recommended for workshops, gyms, offices, conditioned storage, and year-round RV protection.
Lean-To Additions
Add a lean-to on one or more sides of your 20×60 building for extra covered space. Common uses include equipment overhangs, tractor shade, hay storage, outdoor work areas, and covered entries.
Mezzanines & Lofts
Partial lofts or mezzanines can add elevated storage above the main floor. Engineering is required for live and dead loads, especially in workshops and commercial storage buildings.
Interior Partitions
Divide the 1,200 sq ft into vehicle bays, tool rooms, offices, restrooms, secure storage, tack rooms, or hobby zones. Steel-stud partitions and insulated interior panels are available.
Trim, Anchors, Gables
Decorative trim, framed entries, color-matched gables, upgraded anchors, and contrasting trim help the 20×60 look like a finished garage, barn, RV building, or commercial structure.
Flooring Prep
We do not pour foundations, but we guide you on the right slab spec. Concrete is recommended for enclosed garages, workshops, RV storage, and commercial buildings. Gravel or compacted dirt may work for open shelters and farm use.
Wind & Snow Certification
Standard 115 MPH wind and 35 PSF snow load. Certified upgrades are available up to 170+ MPH wind for hurricane and coastal zones, and 65+ PSF snow load for heavy snow regions.
Permit-Ready Drawings
Stamped engineered drawings, foundation plans, and code calculations can be prepared for IBC, IRC, NEC, IFGC, IECC, IMC, and state-specific requirements.
Door Locks & Access Control
Slide bolts, deadbolts, keypad entry, smart locks, Wi-Fi roll-up openers, and commercial access controls help secure tools, vehicles, inventory, and equipment.
Fire Safety & Alarms
Smoke detectors, heat detectors, Class ABC extinguishers, exit signage, emergency lighting, and sprinkler-ready framing can be added for commercial or occupied 20×60 buildings.
Anchoring System
Concrete wedge anchors, asphalt anchors, mobile-home anchors, or auger ground anchors are matched to your install surface and local wind/snow requirements.
Solar & Roof-Top Loads
Engineered framing can support solar panels, HVAC units, satellite dishes, exhaust fans, antennas, or other rooftop equipment when specified before fabrication.
20×60 Metal Building Codes, Permits & Engineering
Every 20×60 prefab steel building can be engineered, stamped, and certified to meet your local building codes. Certification is recommended for most permitted garages, RV buildings, commercial storage structures, workshops, and agricultural builds.
We also adhere to plumbing codes, energy conservation standards, ADA requirements where applicable, and any state or local requirements. Our team handles code compliance so your 20×60 building can be permit-ready.
How to Maintain a 20×60 Metal Building
Simple seasonal upkeep keeps your 1,200 sq ft prefab steel building structurally sound, weather-tight, and looking sharp through the full 20-year rust-through warranty period.
What Can You Do with 1,200 Square Feet?
A 20×60 metal building gives you long enclosed or covered space for vehicles, RVs, trailers, equipment, business storage, hobbies, and farm use
Vehicle Storage
Store multiple cars, trucks, motorcycles, ATVs, trailers, or equipment in a long secure steel structure
Workshop Layout
Use the 60-foot length for workbenches, tools, repair bays, storage racks, and hobby projects
RV & Boat Shelter
Protect motorhomes, fifth wheels, trailers, boats, and tow vehicles from sun, rain, and snow
Business Operations
Use the space for inventory, staging, packing, contractor supplies, equipment rows, or workflow
Drive-Through Access
Add roll-up doors on both ends for easy pull-through vehicle, trailer, or equipment access
Gym & Project Space
Create a private gym, sports training lane, art studio, music room, or hobby workspace
Farm & Ranch Use
Shelter tractors, feed, hay, tack, smaller implements, livestock supplies, and ranch tools
Tall Clearance Building
Choose taller legs for RVs, commercial vans, car lifts, equipment storage, and overhead clearance
3 Ways to Order Your 20×60 Metal Building
Customize your 20×60 steel building in our free 3D builder, request a free custom quote, or talk directly with a building expert. Reservation deposits stay flexible, and final balance is due after installation unless otherwise specified by project scope.
Request Free 20×60 Quote
Free custom design, reply within 24 hours
Tell us your requirements and our 20×60 building advisors will design and price your custom steel building for free. Best path if you need certified drawings, permit help, RV storage, drive-through access, or a unique commercial layout.
- Free expert design consultation
- Permit and certification handled for you
- Custom layout and engineered drawings
- Quote delivered within 1 business day
Free quote. Flexible deposit to reserve after approval.
Build Your 20×60 in 3D
Design your 20×60 yourself, see live pricing
Use our interactive 3D metal building builder to customize every detail of your 20×60 build. Pick configuration, height, doors, windows, colors, gauge, roof style, enclosure, and certification options.
- Visual 3D customization tool
- Live pricing as you customize
- Reserve your build with flexible deposit
- Balance due only after installation
Free tool. Flexible deposit to reserve your build.
Talk to a 20×60 Building Expert
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Speak directly with a building advisor who specializes in 20×60 metal buildings. Get pricing, permit guidance, configuration help, door layout advice, RV clearance support, and customization recommendations in minutes.
- Instant answers over the phone
- Expert advice on permits, codes, and sizing
- Walk-through of customization options
- Mon to Fri 8am to 6pm PST, Sat 9am to 3pm
Toll-free. Speak with an expert now.
How the 3D Builder Works
Design your ideal 20×60 metal building in minutes
1. Launch Builder
Open the builder in a new tab so you can keep this page available while designing.
2. Configure Your Building
Set size, roof style, certification, colors, doors, side panels, and other custom options.
3. Save Your Design
Copy your configuration code or summary before returning to this product page.
4. Complete Your Request
Send us your final configuration and we will confirm pricing, scheduling, and installation details.
Ready to design your custom 20×60 metal building?
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How Much Does a 20×60 Metal Building Cost?
No hidden fees on any 20×60 prefab steel building. A 20×60 metal carport starts around $7,995, an enclosed garage or workshop from $12,995, a metal barn from $10,500, an RV cover from $8,995, and a commercial certified build from $16,500. Final price depends on roof style, gauge, leg height, doors, enclosure, insulation, certification, and installation state.
Building Configuration
A 20×60 open carport is the lowest entry point. Enclosing it as a garage, RV building, or workshop adds wall panels, trim, doors, windows, and labor. Commercial certified builds add engineering and heavier-duty options.
Your Location
Delivery distance, regional labor rates, wind exposure, snow load, local permit rules, and foundation requirements all affect the final 20×60 price.
Steel Gauge
14-gauge galvanized tubing comes standard. 12-gauge adds strength and is recommended for commercial buildings, heavy-use workshops, high-wind areas, and long-term RV or equipment storage.
Roof Style & Pitch
Regular Roof is the most affordable. A-Frame Horizontal adds curb appeal. Vertical Roof costs more but is strongly recommended for a 60-foot-long building because it handles rain and snow runoff better.
Certification
Certified buildings with engineered, stamped drawings cost more but are often required for permitted garages, commercial structures, RV storage buildings, workshops, and agricultural buildings.
Doors, Windows, Insulation
Each roll-up door, walk-in door, window, framed opening, and insulation package affects the final price. Drive-through layouts and RV-height doors usually add more than a basic storage configuration.
20×60 Metal Building Complete Price Range
Range covers an open carport at the low end through a fully loaded commercial certified or RV-ready 20×60 with 12-gauge upgrade, vertical roof, insulation, multiple doors, and engineered drawings at the high end.
Flexible Financing & Rent-To-Own
Choose the payment path that fits your project and budget
Traditional Financing
Credit Check Required
- Finance your metal building project
- Structured monthly payment options
- Terms based on lender approval
- Fast online application process
- Ownership from day one
Rent-To-Own (RTO)
No Credit Check
- No credit check required
- Simple approval process
- Low upfront commitment
- Convenient monthly payments
- Great for many standard metal structures
How Delivery & Installation Works
A simple step-by-step process for getting your 20×60 metal building installed
Place Your Order
Submit your request for the 20×60 configuration and confirm colors, doors, certification, roof style, enclosure, and site details.
Step 1
Production Scheduling
Your order is scheduled according to manufacturing capacity, engineering requirements, and your configured metal building package.
Step 2
Prepare the Site
Make sure your jobsite is level, accessible, and foundation-ready before the installation crew arrives. Review clearance for long delivery materials before install day.
Step 3
Installation Day
Our crew installs the 20×60 metal building and verifies final layout, door placement, anchoring, trim, and exterior finish details.
Step 4
20×60 Metal Building Reviews from Verified Buyers
Customers across 48 states trust Steel And Stud for 20×60 metal carports, garages, RV covers, workshops, barns, commercial storage buildings, and prefab steel building projects. A few buyer stories below.
“Ordered a 20×60 fully enclosed building for our RV, tools, and trailer storage. The long footprint gave us exactly what we needed, and the vertical roof has handled heavy rain without issues.”
“We use our 20×60 metal barn for tractor storage, feed, and hay. The layout works great for long equipment rows, and the lean-to gives us extra shade for implements.”
“Started with a 20×60 open carport for trucks and trailers, then enclosed the back half for a workshop. Steel And Stud helped us plan the door placement so the whole building still works like one system.”
Compare 20×60 vs. Other Metal Building Sizes
Need a different size? Compare prices and customize any of these prefab steel building sizes in our free 3D builder. Every order ships free to 48 states and can be engineered for local code requirements.
| Feature | 20×40 Building | 20×60 Building | 24×60 Building | 30×60 Building |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Square Footage | 800 SF | 1,200 SF | 1,440 SF | 1,800 SF |
| Use Capacity | Garage + shop | Long RV, vehicle, or storage layout | Wider RV/storage use | Commercial storage |
| Access Potential | Excellent | Excellent drive-through potential | Excellent | Maximum |
| Roof Style | Vertical Recommended | Vertical Recommended | Vertical Recommended | Vertical Recommended |
| Best For | Balanced garage/shop | RV cover, workshop, equipment rows | More width for vehicles | Larger business operations |
| View 20×40 | You’re Here | View 24×60 | View 30×60 |
20×60 Metal Building FAQ: Cost, Permits, Sizes & Install
Everything you need to know before ordering your custom 1,200 sq ft prefab steel building. Get answers on pricing, configurations, leg heights, roof styles, 17 color options, foundation prep, and code compliance.
