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Gable storage shed roof frame



storage shed roof frame details
 

Material for 8x8 gable storage shed roof frame

  • 10- 2x4 x 68 3/4"- Rafters (45 degree both end)

  • 5- 2x4 x 66"- Rafters crosspiece (45 degree each end)

  • 24- Gussets

 

 

Cut all the material needed for the storage shed roof frame.

storage shed truss measurements

Spread the bottom to 97 1/4" Make sure the peak is in the center. Next nail a gusset where the rafters join. Use your first truss as a template to build the rest. MAKE SURE ALL YOUR TRUSS ARE EXACTLY THE SAME.


storage shed truss over wall studs

 

bottom of shed rafters flush with siding

The bottom of the rafters will be flush with the siding. Place the truss over the wall studs and nail them.



 

 

 

 


 

 

 

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