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Roof framing terms and definitions.
Here is a closer look at common roofing terms.
The term used to define the measured spacing between studs joists rafters etc.
A narrow plastic wood or metal bar which is used to fasten or hold the roof membrane and or base flashing in place.
2 part of a flat roof structure that receives the ends of the flat roof joists.
A strip of wood usually set in or over the structural deck used to elevate and or attach a primary roof covering such as tile.
With wood shingles or shakes this is the thicker end.
Some of these can support the roof and prevent ridge sagging and wall spreading.
An example of each is shown in figure 2 1.
Types of roofs the most commonly used types of pitched roof construction are the gable the hip the intersecting and the shed or lean to.
The exposed end of a shingle.
2 in a metal roof.
Collar ties rafter ties tension beams structural ridge beams.
It is the form most commonly used by the navy.
Gable a gable roof has a ridge at the center and slopes in two directions.
1 part of a pitched roof construction that receives the feet of the spars sp ars and ceiling joist ends.
Measurements are taken from the center of one member to the center of the adjoining member.
Common types of roofs and basic framing terms.
A metal closure set over or covering the joint between adjacent metal panels.
The butt of a shingle is the end that faces down roof.
When working on a roof it pays to be familiar with these terms.
1 cap or cover.