Post And Beam Roof Systems

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Post and beam roof systems.

More about post beam. The timber frame is fastened to a 2x floor system stress skin panels are attached to the frame doors and windows are cut in and a cold roof system is incorporated into the roof. A typical wall section is pictured above. More than 600 millimetres by definition but usually 1200 millimetres or more.

Log timber truss works. This is an economical roof system with beautiful exposed support beams. Venting the roof is extremely important. Basically the post and beam system is a skeletal framework of decking beams and posts supported on a foundation.

We supply heavy post and beam for commercial or residential projects. Of course many projects have unique systems but the basics are typical. The posts and beams are usually spaced well apart. Typically 2x12 spruce rafters 2 o c.

Post and beam home design. It is suitable for any location in canada. Exposed ridge beam collar ties or purlins for cathedral areas as required and 6x8 douglas fir plate beams. First roof area assembly.

This truss is favored in heavy timber construction in situations where wide clear spans are required and where a different structural member would obstruct the view of gable end windows. These timbers are then tied together with collar ties the horizontal members and gusset plates the metal fasteners as you can see in the photo below right. We supply precision log and timber trusses and roof systems for residential and commercial construction projects.