And the secret to cutting correct rafter angles is the speed square also known as the rafter square which was invented in 1925 by carpenter albert j.
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In our example we have a 7 12 roof 7 inches of rise for every foot of run.
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The roof rafters provide integral structural support to the roof.
Roof slope is the incline of the roof expressed as a ratio of the number of inches of rise vertical travel for every foot of run horizontal travel.
When you cut the rafters you ll need to make 3 separate cuts.
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The ridge cut also called the plumb cut at the top of the rafter the birdsmouth cut.
The secret to making a good rafter is cutting the proper angle.
The rafter square makes it easier to cut the correct angles for anyone looking to make custom roof trusses.