Roof Frame Structure

Roof framing in this chapter we will introduce you to the fundamentals of roof design and construction.

Roof frame structure.

The run or half the building span is the base of the triangle. The rise or height of the roof at its peak is the altitude of the triangle. Wondering how to build the structure of your roof. Some of these can support the roof and prevent ridge sagging and wall spreading.

Collar ties rafter ties tension beams structural ridge beams. Nearly all roofs are framed using one of two methods. We will go over raft. The framing of a basic gable roof is based on a right angle triangle and the various roof framing components fit the triangle.

Standard stick framing or the newer truss framing. But before discussing roof framing we will first review some basic terms and definitions used in roof construction. We will then discuss the framing square and learn how it s used to solve some basic construction problems. Framing a roof is the last step in framing new construction.

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. This video covers one of the most exciting parts of roof framing installing rafters. Roof framing can be simple or complex depending on the roof. Stick truss roof framing.