Post And Beam Roof Systems

Venting the roof is extremely important.

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. First roof area assembly. Typically 2x12 spruce rafters 2 o c. Post and beam home design.

Of course many projects have unique systems but the basics are typical. Po box 429 corvallis mt 59828. 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. 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. Log timber truss works. Exposed ridge beam collar ties or purlins for cathedral areas as required and 6x8 douglas fir plate beams. The posts and beams are usually spaced well apart.

Basically the post and beam system is a skeletal framework of decking beams and posts supported on a foundation. 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. It is suitable for any location in canada. More about post beam.

We supply heavy post and beam for commercial or residential projects. More than 600 millimetres by definition but usually 1200 millimetres or more. And cdx fir plywood.