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Attics
When it comes to framing a roof, there
are two main styles of roof systems. One style is
referred to as a "truss". A truss roof is a
prefabricated framework of structural members designed
to carry the load of the roof to the outside walls. A
truss roof is shipped to the construction site. The
other style is called a "stick" frame or rafter system.
A stick frame is built at the site and involves cutting
and assembling an intricate roof design from scratch.
Truss systems are cost effective and can
be erected faster than a stick system. For a truss roof,
installation is simple because it arrives at the site pre-assembled.
Also, trusses generally rest on outside walls which leaves
the inside clear to move walls. This allows homeowners the
flexibility to accommodate to different room sizes. However,
trusses do limit the wide open attic space that a stick
frame creates because the lumber of a truss frame crisscrosses
as opposed to having wide open rafters. Also, once installed,
a truss system can not be modified.
When deciding on the type of roof system
you would like to have installed, it is important to plan
ahead carefully. Speak with a professional designer or architect
about the best roof system for your home. Not only does
the roof frame need to be taken into consideration, but
also the wall thickness, roof height, roof pitch, roof load,
and ceiling heights.
Roof Truss Designs
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Attic
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King Post
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Howe
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Modified Queen
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Fink
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Howe Scissors
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