Roof Frame Structure

Standard stick framing or the newer truss framing.

Roof frame structure.

Wondering how to build the structure of your roof. Stick truss roof framing. Nearly all roofs are framed using one of two methods. Overhangs hips and dormers add greatly to the complexity of the framing.

Collar ties rafter ties tension beams structural ridge beams. Roof framing in this chapter we will introduce you to the fundamentals of roof design and construction. Roof framing can be simple or complex depending on the roof. 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.

The rise or height of the roof at its peak is the altitude of the triangle. Some of these can support the roof and prevent ridge sagging and wall spreading. Framing a roof is the last step in framing new construction. This video covers one of the most exciting parts of roof framing installing rafters.

Roof structure definitions support choices for sloped roofs cantilevered roofs cathedral ceiling roofs. But before discussing roof framing we will first review some basic terms and definitions used in roof construction. The framing of a basic gable roof is based on a right angle triangle and the various roof framing components fit the triangle. We will then discuss the framing square and learn how it s used to solve some basic construction problems.