Shed Type Roof Truss

Configure the roof slope.

Shed type roof truss.

A mono truss is a one sloped truss that forms a right angle triangle. A lot of it is this is how i ve always done it or this how my dad taught me to do it. You ll see a roof referred to as 3 12 or. Raft member top chord this is the main part of the truss which runs along the underside of the truss which supports the decking.

Take a look above to decide which type of shed trusses are right for your shed. Cut and plumb the rafters. A mono truss roof allows for more sunlight and visual space proper drainage and relatively cheaper. Save pitch is how steep you want your roof.

This is similar to the gable shed because the trusses will be in two different cuts because of the two different angles. A roof truss simply put is a wooden frame that supports the roof of a built structure like a shed. The process of learning how to build roof trusses for a shed includes some foresight. Determine your shed roof pitch.

The gable shed has a roof like a house so the roof trusses will have a peak in the middle. It s often used for sheds garages or extension of an existing roof. Next use your rafter measurements to begin cutting the necessary lengths needed. How to build roof trusses for your shed step 1.

Finally there is a barn type or gambrel shed roof. How to build simple roof truss for shed 1. Joist member below chord another main part of the truss which runs along the lower side in between the supports. Choose the right truss type.