Roof Framing 101

Shed gable hip gambrel and mansard.

Roof framing 101.

Roof framing 101 eht explores some basic roof framing techniques from layout to installation. Definite value for the money. Another common design in the northeast is the saltbox which is a gable roof with one longer side. Shed gable hip gambrel and mansard.

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. 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. Roof framing is one of those carpenter skills that appears quite complicated and indeed some roof designs are difficult.

Roofs are basically five types. Framing a roof is the last step in framing new construction.