Once the walls are up just hold the rafter on the end of the wall(clamps/nail) to the desired pitch that you want and trace it out on the rafter, use that rafter as a template.
I have to say that slideshow confused the crap out of me but your two sentence explanation was crystal clear. What a great example of the K.I.S.S principle!
I got most of information. I’m stuck on this. I want to make a shed. 3 ft deep I want to add metal roof. At what pitch the roof have to be? Or can u explain so I can find out how much back wall from front wall height difference is?
great video. i would add this roof would need to be a pitch of at least 4 / 12 to accept shingles, alot of people building sheds shingle too flat of a roof pitch because they dont know any better.
Like you mentioned in the beginning of the video, is it possible to install a roof without the seat cuts? I don't have the tools available to make those cuts and I am building a small shed for a local highschool. One wall is 8 feet tall and the other wall is 7 feet tall.
Reminds me of how the ancient Greeks used to do full size layouts on the flat stone floor of not only to derive unknown dimensions, but also to creat a full size template for the subtle elongated (entasis) curves of the full size columns.
@@Oldhogleg Don't worry your secret is safe, but if anyone else reads this they might want some more information about the trojan horse and how it was built.
Greg- how do I reduce and or remove the side-to-side sway on a 3-sided shed leaving the front end open" it,s a 12x16 shed with a 3;12 pitch I haven,t installed the rafters yet - which will follow your design provided in your video; hope you will advise, thank,s PATRICK.P
To build the front and back walls that aren’t shown in the thumbnail would you keep them the same height as the shortest wall or angle them? Would have to cut each stud to match the roof angle I assume.
Side walls can be same height as lower one in front or you can build them with angled studs like a rake wall. See if this video helps. ruclips.net/video/dQdC0mpST3E/видео.html
Can anyone give an answer, making a horizontal roof with 5 x 30 cm wood boards / joists (30 cm being vertically) would the boards in 5 meters length bend from it's own weight and snow ? And what is the max spacing allowed between boards, is 70 cm enough ?
I think this video is like that core math they teach these days where they try to use up an entire sheet of paper for each problem and make things more complicated than they actually are.
The problem with shed roof like this is that you end up with a shed roof like this to look at for eternity. Your gable roof videos are so clear there is no need to compromise :-)
I understand the aesthetic appeal of a gable roof is much more attractive but a flat roof as such has more uses as for things as solar without all the penetrations for attachments as needed for a gable roof. Rooftop deck\patio or gazebo; a few things that I would accept in trade for the aesthetics.
Thank you for this video. I'm building a greenhouse and would like to use a single slope roof with very light polycarbonate roof. Can we span 18 ft with this method, or am I stuck with trusses?
Depending on the height difference on the wall, how do you know if you should cut 1/4” per foot or 1/2” per foot? Is there a method of doing this or a building code that regulates this?
It's going to depend on what type of roofing materials and snow loads most of the time. You can check with your local building department to answer your questions.
I am looking for a good way to make a new roof over an existing shed with concrete block walls. Front wall is about 2 blocks higher as the back wall. But I also want to increase the angle of the roof. Now it has approx. The same as in your example, but my shed has a span of 4.5 m. And a lot of debris stayed on the roof which caused the previous roof to bend and break after severe leaking and rotting. I think I can work with this. Thanks a mill for this idea But if you have suggestions. Please let me know Never too old to learn
I depends on where you are located, but most of the time you would use construction standard lumber. Check with your local lumber yard for more information.
@@gregvancom in order to increase the contact surface, I'm planning to put expanding foam or piece of wood in the space that is without contact. Then metal corner attachments on both sides to keep rafter in place. What do you think
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Once the walls are up just hold the rafter on the end of the wall(clamps/nail) to the desired pitch that you want and trace it out on the rafter, use that rafter as a template.
It works!
I have to say that slideshow confused the crap out of me but your two sentence explanation was crystal clear. What a great example of the K.I.S.S principle!
Thank you. This video is ridiculous
THANK YOU,PJP
I got most of information. I’m stuck on this. I want to make a shed. 3 ft deep I want to add metal roof. At what pitch the roof have to be? Or can u explain so I can find out how much back wall from front wall height difference is?
Dude you explained this so well and used the diagram so perfectly with your explanation. Thank you
You're welcome!
*OUTSTANDING presentation you have taken the mystery out of shed roof design. KUDOS!*
Thank you! Cheers!
Another well articulated method. So thankful for all your free knowledge.
So nice of you
I made a building years ago, still stands today but I didn't cut the bird mouths I just used hurricane ties and worked great
Excellent instructions for this beginner. I'm building my own wood working shop. Lumber is getting expensive, my labor is free
Glad to help
I just use metal joist hangers to avoid all of that lol. Works great
Good video and very informative.
great video. i would add this roof would need to be a pitch of at least 4 / 12 to accept shingles, alot of people building sheds shingle too flat of a roof pitch because they dont know any better.
Great idea, but you can use other roofing materials on smaller slopes.
@@gregvancom like what?
Pretty sure the minimum is 3/12 pitch.
I love your videos. Thanks for doing this.
You are so welcome!
Like you mentioned in the beginning of the video, is it possible to install a roof without the seat cuts? I don't have the tools available to make those cuts and I am building a small shed for a local highschool. One wall is 8 feet tall and the other wall is 7 feet tall.
Reminds me of how the ancient Greeks used to do full size layouts on the flat stone floor of not only to derive unknown dimensions, but also to creat a full size template for the subtle elongated (entasis) curves of the full size columns.
Man you are an old carpenter, going all the way back to the Greeks.
@@gregvancom Alright, who told you? Poythagoras? He never could keep that clap trap shut!
@@Oldhogleg Don't worry your secret is safe, but if anyone else reads this they might want some more information about the trojan horse and how it was built.
@@gregvancom Thanks; and yeah, the trireme technology used to build the equine bait is still restricted.
You remember that ! You must be old 😂
Thanks Greg, informative as usual.
Very welcome and thank for watching.
Thanks super helpful.
Looks and sounds awesome Sir...but I am an idiot and my shed roof will probably reflect that soon lol
Greg- how do I reduce and or remove the side-to-side sway on a 3-sided shed leaving the front end open" it,s a 12x16 shed with a 3;12 pitch I haven,t installed the rafters yet - which will follow your design provided in your video; hope you will advise, thank,s PATRICK.P
I can't provide structural engineering advice, but can suggest using some additional lateral bracing or shear panel in hopes of solving your problem.
@@gregvancom THANK YOU PJP
Greg could you do a vid on how to level a shed roof with exposed structural interior beams?
Email me a few pictures.
@@gregvancom Email address on your website?
I totally understand this information. But you are all over the place offering a lot of confusion for the novice.
To build the front and back walls that aren’t shown in the thumbnail would you keep them the same height as the shortest wall or angle them? Would have to cut each stud to match the roof angle I assume.
Side walls can be same height as lower one in front or you can build them with angled studs like a rake wall. See if this video helps. ruclips.net/video/dQdC0mpST3E/видео.html
Can anyone give an answer, making a horizontal roof with 5 x 30 cm wood boards / joists (30 cm being vertically) would the boards in 5 meters length bend from it's own weight and snow ? And what is the max spacing allowed between boards, is 70 cm enough ?
Great Video, Greg!
Thanks again for letting us know:)
Very informative. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
What kind of distance can you effectively span with a 2x12 for a single slope roof? Would you use a 24”oc to support a R-panel roof?
im using rafter hangers. The first 4 are pretty tight i had to bang them in with hammer, is that really bad? Should i make the others loser?
I think this video is like that core math they teach these days where they try to use up an entire sheet of paper for each problem and make things more complicated than they actually are.
The problem with shed roof like this is that you end up with a shed roof like this to look at for eternity. Your gable roof videos are so clear there is no need to compromise :-)
I hear yeah, another awesome video.
That and it makes you look like you dont understand simple math and cant build a proper roof.
I understand the aesthetic appeal of a gable roof is much more attractive but a flat roof as such has more uses as for things as solar without all the penetrations for attachments as needed for a gable roof. Rooftop deck\patio or gazebo; a few things that I would accept in trade for the aesthetics.
Thank you for this video.
I'm building a greenhouse and would like to use a single slope roof with very light polycarbonate roof. Can we span 18 ft with this method, or am I stuck with trusses?
I can't provide engineering information.
Depending on the height difference on the wall, how do you know if you should cut 1/4” per foot or 1/2” per foot? Is there a method of doing this or a building code that regulates this?
It's going to depend on what type of roofing materials and snow loads most of the time. You can check with your local building department to answer your questions.
I am looking for a good way to make a new roof over an existing shed with concrete block walls.
Front wall is about 2 blocks higher as the back wall.
But I also want to increase the angle of the roof.
Now it has approx. The same as in your example, but my shed has a span of 4.5 m. And a lot of debris stayed on the roof which caused the previous roof to bend and break after severe leaking and rotting.
I think I can work with this.
Thanks a mill for this idea
But if you have suggestions.
Please let me know
Never too old to learn
I would think you could add more blocks to raise one side of shed higher, to solve your problem.
@@gregvancom disadvantage is, our landlord doesn't want to put money in it anymore. 😖😖😖
Still haven’t got a clue !
"Anyone can do it and that means you!" LOL
Thanks!
No problem!
Thanks 🌷
You are so welcome!
Would you use kiln-dried or tanalised timber for the rafters?
I depends on where you are located, but most of the time you would use construction standard lumber. Check with your local lumber yard for more information.
@@gregvancom I'm in the UK. Thanks for the advice, I'll check with a lumber yard to see what they think.
Thanks for the video. Where can I find your book?
You're welcome and here's a link to our books.
www.homebuildingandrepairs.com/books/index.html
Has to be a less complicated way? Surely!
Let me know if you find it.
I would totally skip this whole part on a shed lol 😂 no bird’s mouth zone !!!
I just put it up on the roof and use a speed square.
Can you make it any more confusing please ,,, thank you mr wizard
I can, but I shouldn't.
Instead of cutting seat cuts which would be a pain, way not cut a bunches of wedges?
Seat cuts will work better, but it might not be a big deal on smaller roofs.
How do you cut seat cuts
I use a circular saw.
Confusing explanation.
key word.....without math
My thoughts EXACTLY 💯
Bit ott for a shed
All this for a little cut that won't matter
I can't disagree with that. Really low slopes like a 1/4 inch rise per foot seems like it wouldn't need a seat cut.
@@gregvancom in order to increase the contact surface, I'm planning to put expanding foam or piece of wood in the space that is without contact. Then metal corner attachments on both sides to keep rafter in place. What do you think
To complicated, great content, but your talking to much, its not easy!
Yes, either to much or not enough.
Easy? No
Easy for some, yes, but this is about the easiest roof you can build. Watch more videos and if you have questions ask.
@@gregvancom it me. Math makes my brain freeze🤣
Lol I realized half way through my build that BRACKETS ARE THE NEW DUCK TAPE 🤣 covers a multitude of sins lol