As you know, the external beauty of any country house consists of a combination of a number of details. Roofing works play an important role in construction, while it is important to pay extra
estate on all the architectural
elements of the roof. For example, a good house must have pediments. This is a kind of front part of any building, which serves as a bright decorative detail.
Why do we need a pediment?
To begin with, it is worth noting that much depends on the chosen form of the roof: both the decorative appearance of the cottage, and the degree of its protection from the effects of various rainfall. For example, gable roofs are very popular, thanks to which it is possible to significantly increase the living area due to the outlined steepness of the rafter angle. Between the slopes of the roof there is space - this is the gable of the attic. In case
with a gable composition, it has a triangular shape, and if an oval, trapezoidal roof or some other options is chosen, then the front part will differ.
Pediments are an important part of any roofing system, because they perform, first of all, protective functions. For example, moisture will not get under the roof, so it will be more reliable and durable. To ensure an effective water barrier, the roof should be carried out no less than 40-50 cm. Thanks to this peak, reliable waterproofing of the upper part of the pediment will be achieved.
How are pediments created?
This is a responsible process, since it is the quality of the erection of the rafter system that determines the effective operation of the house. If the house is brick, the space between the ramps should correspond to the thickness of the walls. At the same time, it is important that
at least one dormer, even if the room will not be used as residential. The front walls are constructed after the box of the building has been erected. It is important to remember that in the space between the ramps it is not necessary to place windows, balconies in the event that the wind most often blows from this side.
If wooden is installed pediment, the process of its construction will not only be simpler, but also cheaper compared to brickwork. At the same time, do not forget that any wooden elements must be treated with special means so that the coating is reliably protected from atmospheric effects. Ideally, sheathing should be carried out in
the same style decision in which the facing of the front walls is made. Most often, lining or siding is used for this. If you place these finishing materials horizontally, water droplets from the surface will be removed faster, which means that excess moisture will be removed on time.
Pediments are elements of almost every architectural style, which make it possible to give any building effect and expressiveness. In addition, in many modern country houses, they are used to decorate the facade. For example, the pediments of wooden houses are often decorated with carvings, which makes the exterior of the structure simply chic. And more expensive mansions are decorated with stucco, mosaics and even stained glass.