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Gambrel storage shed roof frame
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[material/cut list] [step 1 Foundation] [step2 Sidewalls] [step 3 Roof frame] [step 4 Front wall and door] [Step 5 Back wall and roof decking] [step 6 Trim] [step 7 Shingles and paint]

 

Material for 8x8 gambrel storage shed roof frame

  • 10- 2x4 x 36"- Rafters (20 degree one end, 22 ½ degree other end)

  • 10- 2x4 x 36"- Rafters (22 1/2 degree each end)

  • 15- Gussets


     
storage shed roof frame

Cut all the material needed for the storage shed roof frame. Lay them on the floor or table. Start at the top, all the top rafters are 20 degree angle cut, that form the peak, as shown on the picture below, all other are 22 1/2 degree angle. (see picture below)

 

Spread the bottom the same distance of the shed. (8 feet) 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.


shed rafters

Place the truss over the wall studs and nail them

 

 

roof framing is now complete

Place the truss over the wall studs and nail them.

 

The roof framing is now complete. The next step will be building the front wall and the double door.

 

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