The shape of the future roof plays a very important role in the future well-being of your home. This should be especially taken into account in those regions where the harsh climate prevails and heavy rainfall often occurs. In such places, it is best to make steep slopes on which neither snow nor water will linger.
A roof with two slopes is almost the most popular in our country. It is able to increase the area of โโthe building through an additional place, which is outlined by the steep angle of the rafters. Very important is the facade located between the ramps. This site is called the term "pediment of the house." It has a triangular shape when you take into account the
gable roof. It can also be made in the form of a trapezoid, oval, etc. The height of the gable walls will determine how well you can manage the additional area.
The gables of the roof have a protective function, as they simply do not allow precipitation to fall under the roof. In order for this function to manifest itself as efficiently as possible, the roof should be carried out by about 40 cm. This canopy is quite enough to isolate the upper section of the pediment and to protect the roof from moisture.
Gable design
If we take into account brick houses, then the gables of the roof in this case should be exactly the same thickness as the external walls of the building. It is also necessary to provide an additional window of a small size in order to provide ventilation to the roof. It is worth knowing that pediments made of wood will be much cheaper, as it will be possible to save on materials and construction costs. And the construction process itself will be much cheaper than the creation of brickwork.
Recently, former popularity began to return to wooden buildings. This is primarily due to the high environmental friendliness and naturalness of the materials used. If building a house is not so difficult, then roof gables are best done only if you have specialized skills. Ideally, the construction of this element should be handled by professional workers. Otherwise, the roof itself may be damaged.
The reliability and durability of the entire structure will depend on how well and efficiently the specialists build the roof gables. In addition, to improve these qualities, wood should be treated with special solutions, as well as using facing material, which will take on itself the main blow of nature.
Rafters for a roof
In addition to the pediment, the rafters play a very important role. They can be made of both metal and wood. You can combine these two materials with each other. How to make a rafter for the roof? You can choose one of two options - on your own or on order. In the first case, it is worthwhile to understand that without special skills and knowledge it is best not to get down to business. In addition, special devices will be needed. In the second case, just go to the factory or to some specialized store and order the manufacture of this element. Simple and reliable.