Parts Of A Porch Roof

A composite decking made of solid materials.

Parts of a porch roof.

Foundation and floor porch posts beam roof ceiling. Porch railings balusters porch columns trims porch steps and porch lights. Sheathing is a layer used as the base of the roof. Parts of a roof decking or sheathing roof edge or eaves edge attic saddle ridge valley underlay membrane eaves membrane underlay membrane drip edge roof vents deflector plumbing vent flashing joint covers shingles.

Roofs usually overhang a porch by at least 12 to properly shed water. A horizontal timber or metal resting at the peak of the roof. Soffits and fascia are principal roof parts that are visible in the roof overhang. Woodwork that reflects your architectural style also ensures authenticity.

The rafters and trusses are connected to the ridge board for a cohesive framework. Obviously structural members such as turned porch posts can also be decorative. Other components such as metal panels or shingles are attached to the sheathing later. It resembles real wood and particularly strong and stable for bearing heavy load.

Other parts of the roof are nailed to this later. Fascia board runs vertically around the ends of the rafters in order to cap the ends and to hold the rain gutter. Sheathings are panels that envelope the rafters.