If you are looking for information about roof trusses, this blog post is the perfect place to start. From how they work to what types of roof trusses are available, this blog post will give you all the information you need.
What Is a Roof Truss?
A roof truss is a structural unit consisting of small members that coordinate together and act as a single large member. The truss functions as a tectonic framework that allows the builder to traverse greater distances between walls without additional center support resulting in larger open spaces.
Nowadays, many builders favor roof trusses over traditional stick-framed roofs mainly because they are quicker to install. Trusses also eliminate the need to cut complicated roof angles. Roof trusses can also be configured to accommodate any roof design and shape. What’s more, they are professionally engineered, which implies that the finer details of the roofing design are constructed with a higher level of precision. Source: RealtyTimes
King Post
A King Post Truss is a basic type of truss, and it has the least amount of truss members, which include a bottom chord, two top chords, a central vertical post (king post), and two webbing chords.
Queen Post
Like the kind post truss, a queen post truss has a simple design. The difference between the two is the number of vertical posts. To be specific, a queen post truss has two vertical posts while a king post has one. Because of its additional post, a queen post truss has a greater span, specifically about eight to 12 meters. As such, this type of roof truss can be used for larger projects.
Fink
A lot of residential homes use a fink truss due to its flexibility. Aside from that, it also spans to up to 14 meters, making it a cost-effective roof truss. Because it can span far distances, it is also suitable for large projects, including pedestrian buildings and homes.
For its appearance, a fink truss has a W-shaped webbing. This feature allows this type of roof truss to carry a great load. Source: Homenish
Barrel Vault
This has a characteristic barrel-shaped ceiling. In order to create the semi-cylindrical appearance for the ceiling, this truss would need many small pieces of wood framed together. This decorative type of truss adds volume, keeps the room cool and has a relatively low maintenance drywall. It’s often used for cellars and long hallways. Source: HomeStratosphere
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