Roof Framing 101

Gable roof framing is not a difficult job as the actual frame is easy to construct.

Roof framing 101.

Ive had a construction master pro as an app for some time but this dvd unlocks its full power. Definite value for the money. Another common design in the northeast is the saltbox which is a gable roof with one longer side. Figure 2 2 roof framing terms.

I wish i was taught this at college years ago. Measure the length and width of the area where the gable roof is going to be placed. House framing actually consists of several separate projects assembled into one to create the finished home. 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.

Framing a shed roof is similar to framing a wall. When framing the actual roof it will match these same measurements. Shed roof framing process explained step by step instructions. Keep it simple and remember.

Roof framing is one of those carpenter skills that appears quite complicated and indeed some roof designs are difficult. Taken in that context house or building framing is not all that difficult. Framing a roof is the last step in framing new construction. 1 8 pitch is given so 24 x 1 8 equals 3 or unit of rise in inches.

If the unit of rise in inches is 3 then the cut is the unit of rise and the unit of run 12 inches or 3 12. Roofs are basically five types. I just received and watched roof framing 101 volume 1 0. With today s advances in air tools such as framing nailers you don t even have to be an experienced hammer swinger to frame a house.

Shed gable hip gambrel and mansard.