How To Frame A Pavilion Roof

This is the part 2 of the 14x16 pavilion project where i show you how to build the gable roof for the pavilion step by step.

How to frame a pavilion roof.

Additionally timber frame arbor gazebo pavilion and gazebo kits sometimes will extend the roof extending out further on one side several sides for an extension of shade coverage. If you are living in a high snowfall state like maine or wisconsin then you probably want to build a steeper roof with a pitch around 8 12 or even 12 12 in order to shed snow. Choosing a pavilion roof truss design. Will all this information in mind it s time to think about your pavilion s trusses.

Mark out an even 8 by 8 ft 2 4 by 2 4 m square where you want the gazebo to go and then dig holes for the posts using a post hole digger. You will need 4 large posts for the corners. This article features detailed instructions for building the gable roof for a 16 16 outdoor shelter. A 1 pieces of 2 6 lumber 97 3 4 long 2 piece of 2 4 77 1 4 long top ridge.

Next once you know the lengths of the rafters cut some wooden planks to size and make birdsmouth cuts in each one so. Attach corner and beam caps. B 4 piece of 2 4 lumber 110 1 2 long both ends cut at 61º hip rafters. Attach ridge clips and roof edges.

The pavilion s patio base is easier to build if you have a level site. Attach roof panels to frame. Then enter those measurements into an online roofing calculator to determine how long each common rafter will need to be. Attach each roof panel piece to the rafters and try not to over tighten the screws as it will bend the material make it snug and fit.

In order to build a gazebo roof you need to use the following. This pavilion has a really nice design and it is also very sturdy. This is crucial for the roof framing to align. C 10 pieces of 2 4 lumber 98 4 pieces 55 both ends cut at at 34º rafters.

The roof has a 30 degree slope which is ideal for any area you live in. Pavilions feature a completely enclosed roof and as will all shadescape shelters they can be attached or free standing structures. Assemble the roof peak and attach to roof panels. To build a hip roof start by measuring the width and height of the building you re putting the roof on.

Check out part 1 of the project to learn how to frame the pavilion. Uneven sites will have to be built up on the low side with extra landscape timbers. This step by step diy woodworking project is about a 16 16 pavilion roof plans.