Post And Beam Roof Systems

The hammer beam timber truss elegantly distributes the roof load extending weight down through the first floor system by way of heavy posts.

Post and beam roof systems.

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. Typically 2x12 spruce rafters 2 o c. The first roof area is constructed with heavy timbered components that are secured to the ridge beam and second floor beams. A typical wall section is pictured above.

And cdx fir plywood. Po box 429 corvallis mt 59828. We supply heavy post and beam for commercial or residential projects. Exposed ridge beam collar ties or purlins for cathedral areas as required and 6x8 douglas fir plate beams.

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. First roof area assembly. More than 600 millimetres by definition but usually 1200 millimetres or more. Venting the roof is extremely important.

Post and beam home design. More about post beam. 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.

It is suitable for any location in canada. The posts and beams are usually spaced well apart. This is an economical roof system with beautiful exposed support beams.