Roof Frame Structure

The framing of a basic gable roof is based on a right angle triangle and the various roof framing components fit the triangle.

Roof frame structure.

Roof structure definitions support choices for sloped roofs cantilevered roofs cathedral ceiling roofs. Nearly all roofs are framed using one of two methods. Some of these can support the roof and prevent ridge sagging and wall spreading. Roof framing in this chapter we will introduce you to the fundamentals of roof design and construction.

The rise or height of the roof at its peak is the altitude of the triangle. We will go over raft. And the line length measurement from the roof peak to the building wall is the hypotenuse. Roof framing can be simple or complex depending on the roof.

This video covers one of the most exciting parts of roof framing installing rafters. Framing a roof is the last step in framing new construction. But before discussing roof framing we will first review some basic terms and definitions used in roof construction. Stick truss roof framing.

Collar ties rafter ties tension beams structural ridge beams. Overhangs hips and dormers add greatly to the complexity of the framing. Standard stick framing or the newer truss framing. We will then discuss the framing square and learn how it s used to solve some basic construction problems.