Large illustrations and simple formulas chop every roof. Sep 27, 2019 in this 3rd video from our 3part house framing series, pro framer larry haun demonstrates how to build the roof for a modestsize house. Feb 06, 2007 like it says on the first page roof framing is the phd of carpentry and this book teaches you it in perfect sections, from cutting all rafters, build a model, correct ridge length, hip dropping maths, irregular roofs, plan your own roof and lots more but the essence of this book is the science of roof framing which is simply mathematics and. Download pdf complete full length roof framer free. Not only was the hip rafter backing angle wrong, his hip rafter backing depth on the side of the hip rafter was also incorrect. The full length roof framer has rafter tables in half inch. Full length roof framer a series of tables giving the full length of all. A mastery of roof framing with hip, valley, and jack rafters is what distinguishes the true hip rafters 18. This is the complete guide to framing any gable, dutch, tudor, california, gambrel, shed or gazebo roof including irregular roofs that can stump even experienced roof cutters. There are two types of roof systems commonly in use today.
The tail or eave overhang must be added to the rafter length. Grab your riechers full length roof framer and a manual on the steel square and a construction calculator. The proper term for expressing the roof angle is slope in that instance. Buy full length roof framer by a f j riechers online at alibris. Its a hardcover book small enough to put in your hip pocket or in a pouch in your nail apron. Innovative tips and techniques to handle nearly every aspect. A small hardcover book giving a series of tables for the full length of all rafters for. Roof framers and raftering instructors should never refer to this text. Go to for this books olc for a downloadable version of this graphic organizer. Full length roof framer the missing pages ive cut over a 1,000 roofs from the full length roof framer by a. Nov 09, 2012 121 responses to common rafter framing bill bartlett november 9, 2012. One might say that its a 612 pitch this is incorrect.
I put every framing situation i could think of in this book. The comers can also be squared by measuring along one side a distance in. The word pitch is often misused, as in this and many other articles. Oct 26, 20 ive cut over a 1,000 roofs from the full length roof framer by a. The author takes you through every measurement and every cut on each type of roof so you understand exactly whats required. Basic roof framing discuss the photo building a roof roofs are constructed in many different shapes. Cuts and bevels for common, hip, valley, jack, and purlin rafters. Roof framing in this chapter, we will introduce you to the fundamentals of roof design and construction. Dec 03, 20 the roof framers bible the complete pocket reference to roof framing, barry d. Print full scale paper templates cut and fold over wood to mark and cut angles birdsmouth templates set bevel gauge from this page with your phone.
However, before concentrating on roof framing, a brief discussion of diaphragms and shear walls is presented because they are two of the key elements in the framing of loadbearing wall systems in most residential and light commercial construction. You wont find a book which explains complex roof scenarios in an easier to understand way. Larry produced this video in 1992 with the taunton press. Wall framing 31 requirements 31 platform construction 31 balloon construction 33 window and door framing 34 endwall framing 36 interior walls 38 lath nailers 39 chapter 7. Not only was the hip rafter backing angle wrong, his hip rafter backing depth on the side of. J riechers and the one thing that has always bothered me was the explanations drawings in the book. Description fulllength roof framer a series of tables giving the full length of all rafters for any span for 48 different pitches. Look for editions of this book at your library, or elsewhere. The roof framers field manual blue palmetto home inspection. What books for roof cutting do you guys anyone recommend. Small hardcover in good condition, minor overall wear. The rise, or height of the roof at its peak, is the altitude of the triangle.
Full length roof framer a series of tables giving the full length of. Roof framing ridge beam 8 truss constructed with hewed beams top or plate logs gable end construction with nominal 2 x 6 lumber cathedral ceilings and partial lofts are popular in log homes. Jul 09, 2017 how to layout and cut hip and valley roof rafters. Description full length roof framer a series of tables giving the full length of all rafters for any span for 48 different pitches. I think the following drawings should have been included in the full length roof framer as well as the book. Determining rafter length by rise and run by roninohio. Jack rafters are subdivided into the hip, valley, and cripple jacks. I was happy with most of the dvds and books, but will holladays dvd program, roof framing for the professional, was the best on the subject, and he goes a little more indepth than the others i purchased. Full length roof framer book by a f j riechers 2 available. I dont know what skills you are trying to cover, but the full length roof framer and the rafter book are both very good for roof framing. I have been a framer for 16 years and this book has been useful on most of the houses i build. Innovative tips and techniques to handle nearly every. The most useful book ever if you want to cut a roof. And we are absolutely committed to providing courteous and prompt customer service.
Help with reading books report a bad link suggest a new listing home search new listings authors titles subjects serials. Fulllength roof framer a series of tables giving the full length of all. If you add an eaves overhang dimension then the amount the rafter sticks passed the wall will be added to the rafter length. It seems that most of the others used a rafter length book, or some sort of. Subtract what you are using as a ridge and you have your length perfect every time. If you have any questions, please email me anytime. I was thumbing through marshall grosss book roof framing, 1984, and on page 5 he said to use the hip rafter slope angle as the hip rafter backing angle to cut the hip rafter edge bevels. Print full scale paper templates cut and fold over wood to mark and cut angles. Buy the carpenters and joiners handbook containing a complete treatise on framing hip and valley roofs by f. But by the time his house was framed, mine was shingled, wired, and. If you add an eaves overhang dimension then the amount the rafter sticks passed the wall will be. Click download or read online button to complete full length roof framer book pdf for free now. The information you need is always at your finger tips. I really recommend you pick up a copy of the book if you are going to do any roof layouts.
The roof framers bible the complete pocket reference to roof framing, barry d. Full length roof framer has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Mar 27, 2008 the framing of a basic gable roof is based on a rightangle triangle, and the various roof framing components fit the triangle. Professional tradesmen use rafter and framing squares to save time on roof. In this 3rd video from our 3part houseframing series, pro framer larry haun demonstrates how to build the roof for a modestsize house. Using the 7 inch rise table and our 15 run, the common rafter length is 17 43. Complete full length roof framer download complete full length roof framer ebook pdf or read online books in pdf, epub, and mobi format. Riechers and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. But by the time his house was framed, mine was shingled, wired, and plumbed.
F u l l roof framing c i r c l e h roof geometry definitions o m span measurement from e outside of wall to outside of i opposite wall n s run one half of span for p e symmetric roofs c t rise the total vertical i o distance that the roof projects n s above the top plate slope the rise divided by the run, always given in terms. The carpenters and joiners handbook containing a complete. Click any image to enlarge it seems that most of the others used a rafter length book, or some sort of book reference, to. I learned how to lay out roofs with a framing square. If youre framing a gable roof on a new house, or building a shed or even a doghouse with a gable roof, youll need to cut a number of roof rafters. Floor framing on top wall framing in middle roof framing on bottom t was a coincidence that another contractor and i began framing houses next door to one another on the same day. Has anyone attended the full day roof cutting class from jlc live. Very useful for framing high end homes that dont use premade trusses or any roof feature that trusses simply cant do. The roof framers field manual has every trick in the book. This guide uses nominal member size, but it is important to note that the designer must apply the. With a square roof, the ridge becomes a square centre piece kingpost with side lengths equal to common rafter thickness. The various conversations i had with some of those longgone master craftsmen from years ago, the good things that master framer larry haun said about this book in his framing roofs dvd, the use of this book by master roof cutter steve peters in his video series, the art of roof cutting, and a. This book is an advanced book for carpenters and estimators it is not written for someone that does not have a working knowledge of roof framing. Full length roof framer a series of tables giving the full length of all rafters for any span, for 48 different pitches.
Aug 14, 2015 i was happy with most of the dvds and books, but will holladays dvd program, roof framing for the professional, was the best on the subject, and he goes a little more indepth than the others i purchased. Hip roof framing rafter cut angle template diagram. Full length roof framer the missing pages roof framing geometry. There is an old book that is called the full length roof framer by a.
This is the rafter length from the top cut to the seat plumb mark. Riechers, buccaneer books, incorporated, 1995, 0899669077. Includes result for hipvalley factor, slope factor and the roof slope in degrees. He is very happy with the condition of the books and that they arrived in a timely manner.
I framed the roof with a fulllength ridge beam of laminated veneer lumber supported by the gable. Full length roof framer a series of tables giving the full. I have roof framing by marshal gross, and it is a very good book. Invaluable to anyone who wants to cut a roof by hand and not use trusses. Before you cut your boards, youll need to measure the width of your building and calculate the exact length of each rafter. This process uses prebuilt wood forms to build the roof frame. Our knowledgeable staff looks for the best information for the construction professional, as well as the doityourselfer.
This is the process by which your framing contractor will use ordinary or dimensional lumber to create the roof frame. Rafters often extend beyond the exterior walls to form eaves. Calculate the length of a rafter from the roof slope ratio of inches per foot, and a building width measurement. It was no coincidence that the other contractor ran out of money and had to. I think the following drawings should have been included in the full length roof framer as well as the book simplified roof framing by wilson. Ceiling and roof framing 40 ceiling joists 40 flush ceiling framing 42 post and beam framing 42 roof slopes 44 flat roofs 45. Not only does it have all the standard rafter tables but the irregular. Download pdf complete full length roof framer free online. I got my start in roof framing because i was personally interested in it, and it. The framing of a basic gable roof is based on a rightangle triangle, and the various roof framing components fit the triangle. The roof rafters provide integral structural support to the roof. You put in the width and the pitch and this book will give you the full length of the rafter.
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