Post And Beam Roof Systems

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Post and beam roof systems.

More about post beam. And cdx fir plywood. First roof area assembly. The posts and beams are usually spaced well apart.

The first roof area is constructed with heavy timbered components that are secured to the ridge beam and second floor beams. Basically the post and beam system is a skeletal framework of decking beams and posts supported on a foundation. Of course many projects have unique systems but the basics are typical. We supply precision log and timber trusses and roof systems for residential and commercial construction projects.

A typical wall section is pictured above. Post and beam home design. Typically 2x12 spruce rafters 2 o c. More than 600 millimetres by definition but usually 1200 millimetres or more.

Venting the roof is extremely important. The hammer beam timber truss elegantly distributes the roof load extending weight down through the first floor system by way of heavy posts. It is suitable for any location in canada. Po box 429 corvallis mt 59828.

This is an economical roof system with beautiful exposed support beams. Exposed ridge beam collar ties or purlins for cathedral areas as required and 6x8 douglas fir plate beams. 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.