Roof Framing 101

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Roof framing 101.

Roofs are basically five types. Framing a roof is the last step in framing new construction. Shed gable hip gambrel and mansard. I wish i was taught this at college years ago.

Roof framing is one of those carpenter skills that appears quite complicated and indeed some roof designs are difficult. Another common design in the northeast is the saltbox which is a gable roof with one longer side. Roofs are basically five types. Ive had a construction master pro as an app for some time but this dvd unlocks its full power.

While most home builders will outsource the construction of roofing trusses the rafter supports of the roof itself learning to frame a roof yourself is one of the true arts of carpentry and a basic primer is covered below. Roof framing is one of those carpenter skills that appears quite complicated and indeed some roof designs are difficult.