Roof Frame Structure

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Roof frame structure.

Wondering how to build the structure of your roof. Stick framing creates a triangle between the rafters and ceiling joists. Gable and hip roofs may be built primarily of trusses. The roof is held up by walls or posts where one wall or the posts on one side are at a higher level than those on the opposite side.

Measure form the top of this line down the board to determine the line length or length of the rafter less the ridge. Understand the different measurements. If you want to frame a roof you ve got two important choices to make in terms of design. The shed roof or lean to is a roof having only one slope or pitch.

This article describes and illustrates the different types of support that prevents roof sagging and wall bulging at buildings including definitions of collar ties rafter ties and structural ridge beams. Roof trusses are manufactured ready to install. Position the square at the end of the rafter board with the tongue on your left and facing away from you. Collar ties rafter ties tension beams structural ridge beams.

This video covers one of the most exciting parts of roof framing installing rafters. Some of these can support the roof and prevent ridge sagging and wall spreading. Choose a style of roof. Other roof shapes particularly those with dormers or on houses with cathedral ceilings attic rooms or attic storage areas are stick built.

Designing the roof 1. Choose the design of the roofing trusses.