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Roofs Styles
Roofs Styles
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TYPES OF ROOFS
The roof greatly affects the overall appearance of a home.
There are many standard styles from which to choose.
Choose a style that complements the basic design of the house being planned.
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ROOF DESIGN
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GABLE ROOF
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HIP ROOF
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SHED ROOF
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MANSARD ROOF
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DUTCH HIP ROOF
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GAMBREL ROOF
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BUTTERFLY ROOF
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A-FRAME ROOF
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FOLDED PLATE ROOF
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CURVED PANEL ROOF
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MIXED ROOF STYLES
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MIXED ROOF STYLES
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FRAME ROOF CONSTRUCTION
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RAFTERS
The rafter is a structural element of the roof that supports the sheathing.
Common rafters are perpendicular to the wall plate and extend from the ridge.
There are several other types of rafters used in typical construction.
Rafters are often shown on a roof framing plan.
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ROOF FRAMING PLAN
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RAFTERS
Rafters are cut to the proper lengths by locating the ridge, seat, plumb, and tail cuts.
The slope of the roof and the clear span of the building determine the layout of these
cuts.
You must know these terms: rise, run, clear span.
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COMMON RAFTER
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CHIMNEY FLASHING
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VALLEY FLASHING
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OGEE-STYLE GUTTER
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