The truss system is, one might say, the most important component of the roof. It is this system that is the framework for all other elements. In any truss system there are basic components. They are present in any similar design. But the very layout of the rafters, struts and other elements can be different. It all depends on the type of roof. And what rafter system half hip roof? What are its features and how to build it? This will be discussed in the article.

Varieties

The truss system of a semi-hipped roof is a rather complex structure. It may not work to build it with your own hands, without the help of professionals. But before proceeding to the study of the nuances of its construction, you should deal with the type of roof itself. The half-hip design can be made in two forms, namely:

  1. Dutch variant. Here, the half-hipped roof has two slopes. At the same time, in the lower part of the ends there is a large trapezoidal pediment. From above, it is crowned with a hip in the form of a triangle.
  2. The half-hip Danish roof has a different design. Here the vertical pediment is located on top. Next comes a large slope or hip. In this case, it has a trapezoidal shape.
  3. There are other types of half-hip roofs. Their designs can combine Dutch and Danish styles. But in any case, the design and installation of a half-hip roof truss system is a rather difficult job.

    Advantages and disadvantages

    The half-hipped roof is not used so often. First of all, this is due to the rather complex truss system. Most often, the construction of such a structure is trusted by professional builders. If you do not have the proper experience in carpentry, then it is better not to choose a half-hip roof for your home.

    In addition, financial costs increase significantly. Rafters and other elements will need more. In addition, they have different sizes. All this significantly increases the cost of the project.

    But the half-hipped roof has its advantages. These experts include the following:

  • Firstly, under such a roof you can place a living space. There will be plenty of space on the attic floor;
  • Secondly, appearance the hipped roof is very attractive. This design will become a real decoration of your home;
  • also such a roof is a good protection against precipitation. Regardless of the angle of inclination of the slope, snow, as a rule, practically does not accumulate on them. And this means that the operation of the roof will not require much effort from you;
  • Another advantage is heat saving. The semi-valm prevents the cold from penetrating inside, which will help reduce heating costs attic floor;
  • a half-hipped roof can withstand even very strong winds. Of course, much will depend on the quality of the materials used in the construction, the accuracy of the calculations and the correct construction of the truss system.

Therefore, if you have experience in carpentry, and you are sure that you can handle the complex structure of the truss system, then this roof option is quite suitable for you.

Preparatory stage

Any business, especially if it concerns construction, must begin with planning. First of all, you should draw up a diagram. The truss system of a semi-hipped roof has a rather complex device. But at the same time, drawing up its scheme does not differ much from the same work in the construction of other types of roofs.

First of all, you need to do the calculations. You need to decide on the following parameters:


When calculating the angle of inclination of the slope, it is also important to consider how roofing material your hipped roof will be covered. Each manufacturer indicates its optimal parameters, under which their products will work most efficiently.

When calculating the load, first of all, the amount of snow cover is taken into account. In addition, the effect of the wind must also be taken into account. This type of load depends not only on the weather conditions in your area, but also on the angle of inclination of the slope of the half-hip roof, and the weight of all materials that will be used in construction should also be taken into account.

After all the preliminary calculations, a drawing of the half-hip roof truss system is drawn up. It indicates the location of all structural elements, it is better that it be more accurate and detailed. In this case, the installation of the half-hip roof truss system will be easier and without errors.

The nuances of the construction of the Dutch version

The device of the truss system of a semi-hip roof, as mentioned earlier, is quite difficult. Therefore, starting the construction, you should first get acquainted with all the nuances of the upcoming work. If you decide to use a Dutch-type semi-hip roof, then the installation of the truss system is carried out as follows:


If we are talking about the Danish version of the half-hip roof, then there are no big differences in the installation of the truss system. But there are some nuances. In the Danish version, the trapezoid-shaped rafter legs of the slopes do not fit the ridge bar. Here they will rest with their upper part against the surf bar. This element is the base of the vertical pediment. It is fixed to the rafters of the side slopes of the roof.

During the construction of the truss system of a half-hipped roof, only quality materials. Pine is best suited for these purposes. In addition to the main structural elements in the form of rafters, additional elements are also included here. Braces are mandatory. They are necessary to strengthen the long rafters. Crossbars, sprengels and other elements can also be used.

The step or distance between the rafters is chosen depending on the load that will affect the entire system. As a rule, this parameter lies in the range from fifty to one hundred centimeters.

When installing rafters about other elements, it is important not to forget about insulation and waterproofing. As a rule, a half-hip roof is used in cases where the owner of the house wants to make an attic floor instead of an attic. In this case, it is impossible to do without roof insulation and additional vapor and waterproofing.

The semi-hip roof (see photo) is something between a gable roof and a hip roof. The pediment here has the shape of a trapezoid. Such a roof is sometimes also called a Dutch roof.

Let's look at an example of this truss system. In this article and all subsequent ones devoted to various truss systems, I will no longer focus on calculating the cross section of rafters. I will say that the longest rafter is calculated (in this case, any slope rafter), and the rest are made of the same section. An article on the calculations of rafters and floor beams

So, we have a box house with trapezoidal gables.

STEP 1: We install . On the upper face of the gables we also put a Mauerlat (see Fig. 1):

Picture 1

STEP 2: We install the ridge beam and rafters. Here we do everything in the same way as it was described in the article (see Fig. 2 - Fig. 3):

Figure 2

Figure 3

Floor beams are not shown in these and subsequent figures.

You are free to choose the distance from the extreme rafter (from the edge of the ridge beam) to the pediment yourself. We always took it approximately equal to half the length of the upper edge of the pediment (see Fig. 4):

Figure 4

STEP 3: We manufacture and install corner rafters. All the actions described below are performed so that the installed corner rafter is the line of intersection of the slope plane and the half-hip plane.

To begin with, we take a piece of board with a section of 50x150 mm and put it on the edge of the pediment Mauerlat. For a while, we will grab it with a pair of self-tapping screws. A trimming height of 150 mm is required for the future corner rafter with a section of 50x200 mm.

Then we need to pick up any board that is even in length (the smoother the better) and use it to make a mark on our pruning - a blue line (see Fig. 5):

Figure 5

This flat board is placed on 3-4 rafters at one end and touches the pruning with the other. The most important thing is that it be strictly parallel to the ridge. We control this with a roulette wheel. When we achieve parallelism, draw a mark (blue vertical line). After that, we shorten the cut along this line (cut).

Figure 6

The upper washed down of the corner rafter is marked along the lateral plane of the rafters of the slopes (see Fig. 7):

Figure 7

We measure the distance on the upper cut shown in Fig. 8 (we got 26 cm):

Figure 8

Now we set aside this size from the Mauerlat of the pediment upwards at four points, marking the bottom washed down of the corner rafter (see Fig. 9):

Figure 9

Having sawed off the workpiece at the marked points, we will get an angular rafter (see Fig. 10):

Figure 10

We remove a piece of board from the Mauerlat, install the corner rafter and fix it. We nail the upper end with nails, the lower end can be fixed with metal corners (see Fig. 11):

Figure 11

We do the three remaining corner rafters in the same sequence.

STEP 4: We put the rafters of the half-hip.

We start from the center. First of all, we measure the size shown in Fig. 12 on the corner rafter:

Figure 12

In our example, it is 12 cm. We put it on the ridge according to Fig. 13. From the obtained point, we stretch the lace to the middle of the pediment Mauerlat.

Figure 13

With the help of a bevel, we measure the angle "β" between the lace and the stand of the ridge beam. This will be the corner of the upper gash of the half-hip rafters (see Fig. 14):

Figure 14

We also measure the angle "φ" (see Fig. 15):

Figure 15

We will make semi-hip rafters from boards 50x150 mm. This section is sufficient.

So we take a board of a suitable length and saw down one end of it, first at an angle of "β", then we sharpen it at an angle of "φ". Next, we put the resulting workpiece on the Mauerlat, combining its bottom with a stretched lace (see Fig. 16):

Figure 12.16

At the top, we measure the distance shown in Fig. 17:

Figure 17

For us it turned out to be equal to 6 cm. Now, using this value, we mark the bottom washed down of the half-hip rafters (see Fig. 18):

Figure 18

In addition to the bottom cut, we immediately noted the width of the cornice (50 cm). Thus, we got the middle half-hip rafter.

On the half-hip we will have four more sprigs (two on the right, two on the left). We do not fix our middle rafter yet, but use it as a template. The lower cuts are the same for all sprigs, the upper cut is made first at an angle of "β", then "φ / 2" in the right direction. I'm sure you can easily determine their length already in place.

We put and fix all the received rafters of the half-hips and the sprigs (see Fig. 19):

Figure 19

STEP 5: We manufacture and install stingray guards. We make their lower cuts according to the same pattern, according to which all the rafters of the slopes were made. We also first make the upper gash according to this template, and then cut it off at an angle = 90 ° -φ / 2 in the right direction. We determine the length of the rafters in place using a tape measure (see Fig. 20):

Figure 20

STEP 6: We make cornices.

We start with the pediment cornice fillies (see Fig. 21)

Figure 21

Then we fix the wind boards (see Fig. 22):

Figure 22

Now we need to build up the corner rafters of the half-hips to the wind boards. We do this with a board 50x100 mm. We sew with a piece of inches (see Fig. 23):

Figure 23

After that, it remains for us to hem the cornices from below and make a crate. Cornices can be hemmed either as is, or to make ʺearringsʺ. Here you already choose for yourself what you like best. How all this is done, we have already seen in previous articles.

Half-hip roofs are very convenient when using the attic as a living space. Such a roof is a pitched structure with overhangs made at the ends. Thanks to this originality, a half-hip, or Dutch, roof is able to withstand a large wind load. Overhangs additionally protect the gables of the building from precipitation. To figure out how to build a half-hip roof, you need to distinguish between its variations:

  • gable type of semi-hip roof;
  • four-pitched type of semi-hip roof.

At the same time, the design may undergo some individual changes, which depend on the type of roof, the presence or absence of a residential area in the attic space, and the climate of the area. For areas with severe snowy winters, they try to make such roofs with not very large overhangs and slopes with great steepness.

Advantages of a half-hipped roof type

In addition to the ability to get a large and practical space in the attic and equip it with a comfortable living space, as well as protecting the gables from the effects of bad weather, among the advantages of this roof are its beauty, showiness and the ability to embody a variety of options.

Note! Such a roof is characterized by increased structural strength. It is very well suited for areas with extreme climate conditions, and is also resistant to vibrations.

Disadvantages of a semi-hip (Dutch) roof

Among the disadvantages of building a Dutch roof:

  • the complexity of building a rafter system;
  • high consumption of roofing material and wood;
  • the difficulty of cleaning and repairing.

It is very difficult to build such a roof on your own, without the help of specialists. There are many elements in the rafter system, which complicates the construction.

The erection of the Dutch roof

The design of the half-hip consists of many elements, it is simply impossible to exclude at least one of which, since each has its own purpose. The basis is the Mauerlat and a complex system of rafters. If the walls of the building are built of brick, it is good to arrange a reinforced concrete reinforced belt on top with galvanized studs protruding between the future rafters with a diameter of 10 mm and a step of 1.2 m, and put a Mauerlat beam on it over a couple of layers of roofing material. For Mauerlat, a bar with a section of 150 × 150 mm is mainly used. Further, with the help of a cut and the use of iron brackets, a ridge is arranged, to which the slanting and diagonal rafters (or sprigs) are attached.

It is very important to make the correct measurements and calculate the required length of the rafters. It is best to prepare the rafters 50 cm longer than the calculated data in order to avoid trouble during work.

Note! From a reinforced double board, rafter semi-legs are made, based on sprigs. The pairing of planks helps to achieve the required increased roof bearing capacity.

When the rafters are firmly fastened with the Mauerlat and the ridge, the privates are installed. At the same time, the width of the insulation material is taken into account, according to which the pitch of ordinary rafters is calculated. To ensure the emphasis of the rafters on the base, cutouts are made from the side of the ends, on the sides they can be attached to the Mauerlat with metal corners. If the spans are large, use reinforcement with struts with stops. With the help of a truss truss, diagonal rafters can be strengthened.

If the slab covering the house is reinforced concrete, the racks with stops can be rested against it without any problems. In another case, it is necessary to put additional puffs on the ceiling tanks.

Before installation, all wooden structural elements should be treated with special solutions to protect them from rotting and the effects of fire.

Completion of the construction of the half-hip

The end of the device of the Dutch roof, like any other, includes laying the lathing, vapor barrier material, as well as insulation, waterproofing film and the roof itself. Necessary free space under the ridge for air circulation and ventilation.

Note! It is better to use a vapor barrier film with a foil side, which will protect the heat-insulating layer from moisture.

The heater can be polystyrene boards, fiberglass or basalt slabs. On top of them, to protect against moisture and condensate, a condensate film or a diffusion membrane is laid. Roofing material is still used as a waterproofing, but since its properties are short-lived, it is better to abandon it in favor of more modern materials.

Coming from wooden slats perform a counter-lattice to secure the waterproofing and a gap for ventilation. On top of the counter-lattice, the main crate is made, along which the roofing material is fixed.

Photo

The truss system is, one might say, the most important component of the roof. It is this system that is the framework for all other elements. In any truss system there are basic components. They are present in any similar design. But here the very layout of the rafters, struts and other elements can be different. It all depends on the type of roof. And what is the truss system of a semi-hip roof? What are its features and how to build it? This will be discussed in the article.

Varieties

The truss system of a semi-hipped roof is a rather complex structure. It may not work to build it with your own hands, without the help of professionals. But before proceeding to the study of the nuances of its construction, you should deal with the type of roof itself. The half-hip design can be made in two forms, namely:


There are other types of half-hip roofs. Their designs can combine Dutch and Danish styles. But in any case, the design and installation of a half-hip roof truss system is a rather difficult job.

Advantages and disadvantages

The half-hipped roof is not used so often. First of all, this is due to the rather complex truss system. Most often, the construction of such a structure is trusted by professional builders. If you do not have the proper experience in carpentry, then it is better not to choose a half-hip roof for your home.

In addition, financial costs increase significantly. Rafters and other elements will need more. In addition, they have different sizes. All this significantly increases the cost of the project.

But the half-hipped roof has its advantages. These experts include the following:

  • Firstly, under such a roof you can place a living space. There will be plenty of space on the attic floor;
  • secondly, the appearance of the semi-hip roof is very attractive. This design will become a real decoration of your home;
  • also such a roof is a good protection against precipitation. Regardless of the angle of inclination of the slope, snow, as a rule, practically does not accumulate on them. And this means that the operation of the roof will not require much effort from you;
  • Another advantage is heat saving. The semi-valm does not allow the cold to penetrate inside, which will help reduce the cost of heating the attic floor;
  • a half-hipped roof can withstand even very strong winds. Of course, much will depend on the quality of the materials used in the construction, the accuracy of the calculations and the correct construction of the truss system.

Therefore, if you have experience in carpentry, and you are sure that you can handle the complex structure of the truss system, then this roof option is quite suitable for you.

Any business, especially if it concerns construction, must begin with planning. First of all, you should draw up a diagram. The truss system of a semi-hipped roof has a rather complex device. But at the same time, drawing up its scheme does not differ much from the same work in the construction of other types of roofs.

First of all, you need to do the calculations. You need to decide on the following parameters:


When calculating the angle of inclination of the slope, it is also important to consider what kind of roofing material your half-hip roof will be covered with. Each manufacturer indicates its optimal parameters, under which their products will work most efficiently.

When calculating the load, first of all, the amount of snow cover is taken into account. In addition, the effect of the wind must also be taken into account. This type of load depends not only on the weather conditions in your area, but also on the angle of inclination of the slope of the half-hip roof, and the weight of all materials that will be used in construction should also be taken into account.

After all the preliminary calculations, a drawing of the half-hip roof truss system is drawn up. It indicates the location of all structural elements, it is better that it be more accurate and detailed. In this case, the installation of the half-hip roof truss system will be easier and without errors.

This work requires knowledge of many nuances. Therefore, most often it is trusted by professionals. But if you want to do everything yourself, you can use special programs or online calculators, we also recommend reading: calculation of the truss system.

The nuances of the construction of the Dutch version

The device of the truss system of a semi-hip roof, as mentioned earlier, is quite difficult. Therefore, starting the construction, you should first get acquainted with all the nuances of the upcoming work. If you decide to use a Dutch-type semi-hip roof, then the installation of the truss system is carried out as follows:


If we are talking about the Danish version of the half-hip roof, then there are no big differences in the installation of the truss system. But there are some nuances. In the Danish version, the trapezoid-shaped rafter legs of the slopes do not fit the ridge bar. Here they will rest with their upper part against the surf bar. This element is the base of the vertical pediment. It is fixed to the rafters of the side slopes of the roof.

During the construction of the truss system of the semi-hip roof, only high-quality materials should be used. Pine is best suited for these purposes. In addition to the main structural elements in the form of rafters, additional elements are also included here. Braces are mandatory. They are necessary to strengthen the long rafters. Crossbars, sprengels and other elements can also be used.

The step or distance between the rafters is chosen depending on the load that will affect the entire system. As a rule, this parameter lies in the range from fifty to one hundred centimeters.

When installing rafters about other elements, it is important not to forget about insulation and waterproofing. As a rule, a half-hip roof is used in cases where the owner of the house wants to make an attic floor instead of an attic. In this case, it is impossible to do without roof insulation and additional vapor and waterproofing.

What is the best roofing material to use?

The half-hipped roof is a rather complicated structure. To make it last for a long time, you should choose the right material for the roof. It must meet the following requirements:

When erecting the rafter system of a semi-hip roof, many places for attaching elements to each other are used. In addition, some rafters rest against others. Therefore, it is better to use roofing material with low weight. This is necessary in order to reduce the load.

by the most the best option can be considered a profiled sheet or metal tile. These materials have high strength and service life. Plus, they don't weigh much. Ceramic tiles unlikely to fit. Mainly due to its large mass and the complexity of laying, read more: installation of metal tiles, how to cover the roof with corrugated board with your own hands.

When calculating the amount of materials for a semi-hip roof, it is worth considering what type it belongs to. The Dutch variety will have fewer folds. This means that there will be less scraps of roofing material.

Also, for a semi-hip roof, you can use a soft roof. Many use ondulin or euroslate. Such material is inexpensive, lasts a long time, is easy to install and looks attractive. But here you should be careful. For soft roof a full frame is required. And this circumstance will contribute to an increase in the load on the truss system, which is very undesirable.

Half-hip roof truss system: scheme, device, installation


Pros, cons, varieties and arrangement of a semi-hip roof truss structure. Calculation, scheme and installation of the truss system of a half-hip roof.

Mansard roofs of private houses: types, options, device

Thinking about building your own house or even a summer house, you want the house to be beautiful, unlike the neighboring ones, comfortable and functional. It would also be nice if it was inexpensive. A mansard-type roof allows you to solve almost all of these problems. The appearance of the house turns out to be interesting, and the building can be decorated in different styles- all options for combinations of roofing, type and shape of the roof, windows and balconies, and it is probably impossible to count. As for the cost, it is worth talking separately.

The combination of slopes directed in different directions gives a very unusual effect. Exactly such a house you will not call ordinary

How much does it cost to build an attic

The device of the attic floor is considered beneficial due to the fact that there is no need to spend money on building walls. This is only partly true.

Firstly, a lot of money will be spent on creating a truss system. Its cost depends on the type of mansard roof chosen (see below) and on the price of lumber in your area.

Secondly, you will have to pay a considerable amount for the insulation and vapor barrier of the attic roof. It is clear that roofing material alone is far from enough to provide the required air conditions for residential premises (if the attic is planned to be residential). You will have to insulate, and the layer of insulation should be significant. For example, for middle lane Russian layer mineral wool high density should be from 200 mm, plus a layer of waterproofing and vapor barrier.

Thirdly, windows are much more expensive. If you make them auditory, they construct a special structure from rafters, which complicates the relief of the roof, and therefore increases the cost of materials and installation. Even on an ordinary gable, you have to think about the arrangement of valleys and snow retention above the windows.

Skylight installation in the roof

The second option - windows in the roof plane - require especially careful sealing so that precipitation cannot get inside. This makes the installation more expensive by 1.5-2 times. The windows themselves cost about the same amount: they must have a reinforced frame and reinforced glass that can withstand snow loads. In addition, for maintenance, the frame must be swivel, and this is another increase in cost.

What you need to install a roof window and the order of installation of components

Two types of windows are installed in the attic - vertical and in the plane of the roof. Both types can be used in the same project. In the photo below good example such a combination. You can’t say for sure that the house is unforgettable. How many more options could there be?

A multi-level mansard roof is also a common technique.

In addition, such popular and inexpensive roofing materials - metal-based materials such as profiled sheets, metal tiles, roofing iron - are not recommended for use when constructing a mansard roof of a private house. There are two reasons:

  1. High thermal conductivity. Due to the fact that metal conducts heat very well, it is necessary to lay a large thickness of heat-insulating materials. Otherwise, it will be too hot in the attic in summer, and cold in winter.
  2. Increased noise level created by the coating during rain. Even an ordinary metal-covered roof sounds like a drum when it rains. The attic is much larger in area and the “tool” is more powerful. If you can fight the noise level inside the room with additional sound insulation, then on the street you can’t remove the sound with anything. If the neighbors' houses are at a considerable distance, this may not be a problem, but if the development is dense, conflicts may arise.

If you calculate well, additional thermal insulation and sound insulation will minimize the cost savings when buying roofing material. Perhaps another, more expensive initially roofing, will turn out to be more profitable as a result. So here you need to calculate the options.

All this was described so that you have a more complete idea of ​​whether it is really so cheap to build an attic floor. It turns out - not so much. However, this solution has its advantages:

  • The attic floor is light. Therefore, the foundation for private houses will need only a little more powerful than with the construction of one floor. Since the cost of the foundation is a significant part of the cost, then the gain is tangible.
  • If there is a shortage of funds, the insulation of the attic and its commissioning can be delayed for the required period. And this delay will be useful. That's why. During construction, wood of high humidity is almost always used. If you start warming immediately, moisture will be absorbed into the thermal insulation. If the "pie" is made correctly, it will go away naturally. But if there are violations, problems can arise. If the roof under the roofing material will stand for some time without insulation (but with waterproofing necessarily laid under the roofing), then the wood will dry well and there will be fewer problems.
  • The attic allows you to make the house original and non-standard. In any case, the building turns out to be more expressive and individual - there are a lot of design options.

We tried to most fully describe the cons of the mansard roof and its pluses. If the difficulties did not frighten you, choose which design you like best.

Types of mansard roofs

The roof of the mansard type used in the construction of private houses has various options devices. Can do everything existing species roofs, except, perhaps, flat ones. All the rest can be implemented both in a "pure" form and in combination.

Shed

Houses with shed mansard roofs look non-standard. Her device is the simplest due to the lack of a skate and the problems associated with its arrangement. The beams rest on a Mauerlat fixed on multi-level walls. The bevel is formed due to the difference in the height of two opposite walls. In this case, the slope angle should be in the region of 35 ° -45 °. A smaller slope will result in a lot of snow accumulating, which requires reinforcement. bearing beams and installation of additional supports, and this reduces the already not very large living area in such an attic floor.

Shed mansard roof

If speak about external design houses, the buildings look unusual. Most often, a large window is made in the high wall of the attic floor: the design itself is conducive to this. See the photo below for examples.

This house with a pitched mansard roof is the most conservative

The shed roof device turns out to be the cheapest if the distance between two opposite walls does not exceed 4.5 meters: you can lay standard length beams on the walls and not make supporting structures. Apparently this is the reason for the decision in the photographs below, but it turned out very interesting.

If the distance between the walls is less, the design is quite simple.

Non-standard solution: two shed roofs form a terrace between them

gable

Gable mansard roof - the most widespread: with general structure, there can be many solutions. The design itself is the most optimal: at a relatively low cost, it allows to satisfy different requirements according to the required space.

The easiest way is to implement an attic under a conventional gable roof, but its height should be sufficient so that a living space can be allocated under it (if the floor is supposed to be made residential). May be:

  • symmetrical - the ridge is located above the middle of the building;
  • asymmetric - the skate is offset from the center.

The fronts are straight. The room turns out to be trapezoidal, in fairly wide buildings one can single out a square one. The disadvantage of a gable roof of a mansard type is that a large space is cut off on the sides, which is not always acceptable in private houses. So that considerable areas do not walk, they are used for storage or closets.

The design of the attic floor under the gable roof

With such a device, windows are made in the roof, their location depends on the angle of inclination. They can be auditory, as in the photo above or in the plane of the roof, as in the photo below.

Windows can be located in the plane of the roof

There is another version of the mansard roof of a private house with two slopes - one and a half floors. It is installed on walls driven out to a certain level. The house is then called "one and a half floors" (one of these houses is in the photo above).

The difference in usable area is obvious, but the costs are higher (for wall material)

These are two types of gable mansard roofs. There is a third one - broken lines. They can be distinguished into a separate category - the device has significant differences.

The device of a broken mansard roof is both more complicated and simpler. In fact, these are the same two slopes, but consisting of two parts with a different slope. Such a structure allows, without spending money on building walls, to get a living space that is only slightly smaller than on the lower floor (by about 15%). In this sense, its device is simpler. But the truss system has a more complex structure, and in this sense, its device is more complicated.

The construction of a broken mansard roof is the most commonly used variant of the truss system - with the removal of part of the rafters beyond the wall surface. Thus, an overhang is formed that protects the junction with the walls from precipitation.

It is this type that is most common in self construction. It easily allows you to increase the usable area, build on small buildings such as a garage or summer kitchen, get additional, almost detached, housing. Since the materials used in construction are usually light, the bearing capacity of the foundation is usually sufficient, but the calculation does not fit.

A small room made of logs below, and on top - a vast attic, based on racks

Four slope

These are already complex systems that must be calculated. The surface is large, the cost of insulation increases significantly, at the same time, the size of the attic space decreases: parts of the premises are cut off from all four sides.

Their advantage is high resistance to strong winds: all surfaces are sloping and the wind load does not press so hard on the slopes. The structure is such that the overhangs can be made low, protecting the walls from the effects of precipitation and winds. In addition, houses with such roofs are considered by many to be the most attractive. The classic version of a four-pitched roof is hip.

One of the types of four-pitched roofs is a hip and attic room under it. You can stand in full growth only in the central part

With their device, inclined rafters are reinforced - they account for most of the load. In general, its rafter system is one of the most complex, material-intensive and, therefore, expensive. So that you can evaluate the entire amount of work and costs, consider its design in the photo below.

Rafter system hip mansard roof

On the top picture you can see all the stops, cuts that need to be put, on the second, the structure and location of the rafters are more clearly drawn.

There is also a transitional option - half-hip. It is a cross between a gable and a hipped roof. In this case, the hip is made only for part of the height of the floor.

Mansard semi-hip roof. Organization of its truss system

Only the main types of mansard roofs are described. There are also combinations. For example, a hip can also be a broken line, like a lean-to. There are really a lot of options. The main thing is not to let blunders when developing a truss system, and then implement everything correctly.

Mansard roof with balcony

How do they do skylights in the roof have already been described above. Almost the same principle is used to build balconies. There are even special window systems that allow you to do this in the slope surface. Although the implementation is simpler, such a window costs decently.

One view of a small balcony

If it allows load bearing capacity walls, by increasing the size of the dormer-type window, you can make a hanging balcony.

The dormer window can also be turned into a small balcony

The balcony area can be supported by columns. Only in this case, the removal is done above the entrance. Then the columns organically fit in, and also serve as decoration.

Columns decorating front door, support pad

The balcony on the pediment of the house with an attic is built according to a different principle. The overhang extended forward protects it, if the wall allows, the platform is made hanging.

Balcony on the pediment of the mansard roof

IN small houses more often a balcony is made due to the fact that the pediment of the attic floor is shifted from the bearing wall. Due to this indentation, a platform is obtained. Peaks in such roofs are made by continuing the roof at least to the same level with outer wall, and even better - further. This ledge will also protect the gable wall and reduce the amount of rain that will fall on the open area.

The pediment of the attic is moved inward. The resulting area is used as an open balcony

The design of this type of roof is such that by extending it you can even make a covered terrace. Its edge can rest on decorative wall or on poles.

The complexity of this project is long rafters

A similar idea was implemented in this project, but the roof here is multi-gabled. It is difficult to calculate it yourself, it is even more difficult to make valleys correctly, because they are rare

If we're talking about non-standard solutions, then the “L”-shaped mansard roof - from two sheds it will turn out to be functional. In addition, this is an inexpensive way to decorate such a non-standard building.

"G" shaped shed mansard roof

If you need an inexpensive way to build a house - read about frame housing construction.

The roof is the protection of the home. Its appearance speaks of the tastes of the owners and expresses the individuality of each building. The correct shape and design are the key to a long service life, and an equipped attic allows you to expand your living space.

Mansard type roof: types, options, design, photo


One way to get relatively inexpensive original house- build a mansard type roof. The roof is almost the main decoration of the house, but here it also allows you to increase the living space.

Roof with attic - design, diagrams and drawings

In this publication, you can see how a mansard half-hip roof is equipped, a design whose drawing, with comments and explanations, was sent to us by Vadim Nakhapetov from the city of St. Petersburg. He dealt with these materials in the process of building his country house in the Leningrad region.

In general, the scheme of the roof of a house with an attic, or rather, the drawings of the truss system of the attic roof, does not differ at all from the construction of a roof with a cold attic. All the differences lie in waterproofing, insulation and ventilation - a pie that ensures the safety of the insulation between the rafters.

You can see the drawings of mansard roofs that have already been published on our website in the "Roof" section. You will see that there is no difference in design. But there are differences between different types of roofing.

For example, the scheme of a broken mansard roof and the scheme of the truss system of a mansard roof with straight slopes are very different.

For clarity, here again we duplicate both these schemes.

Scheme of a mansard roof with straight slopes:

Scheme of a broken mansard roof:

As you can see, the design is different, and the methods of fastening the rafters, and the consumption of lumber and roofing material. In terms of economy, a mansard roof scheme with straight slopes breaks ahead. However, in terms of habitable living space, the sloping roof is in the lead.

Below is a drawing of a house with an attic, built in a country style. Such a small house with a small building spot seems to be designed to equip another living space under the roof.

Half-hipped mansard roof - construction (drawing from V. Nakhapetov):

And now a little theory, so that the scheme of the house with an attic becomes more understandable.

Basic requirements for the arrangement of the attic space

It cannot be said that the arrangement of the attic roof is some kind of revolutionary word in the construction of residential buildings. In the conditions of cities, this is a long-spread way to increase the area for living, and for students, poets and artists and other representatives of not very paid professions, perhaps the only opportunity to rent cheap square meters.

This was due to not very comfortable living conditions, and, as a rule, such rooms under the roof were poorly insulated.

But this shortcoming of theirs has long been overcome, and the "battle" for additional square meters has long moved to a qualitatively different level. The most important thing in the attic is a properly executed roof, without leaks, respectively hydro- and thermally insulated.

Such an attic space implies two versions: summer and winter. At the same time, the type of roof can be any, it all depends on the wishes and tastes of the owner of the house, and, of course, on his financial capabilities.

The stairs are just as important.

As with any other construction, a preliminary project is indispensable here. First of all, it is necessary to provide a staircase, along which it will be convenient to get to this room.

Even a properly constructed and beautifully designed attic room will lose a lot if the exit to it is not done properly. And in order to take advantage of such coveted square meters you will have to master the skills of a climber.

Among other things, when the attic is settled in an old house that has its own layout, this can cause some problems. Such a need, as a rule, arises when the number of family members has increased and living space becomes an urgent need. Then many factors must be taken into account.

First of all, the premises on the floor under the attic space should be used rationally and, preferably, according to their functional purpose. You may even have to re-plan the existing rooms a little, but it's worth it. In the case when the living room under the roof was originally provided for in the project, then the space under the stairs will not raise questions.

Attic with vertical and inclined walls

The design of the attic space itself can have vertical or sloping walls. The effective area obtained as a result will depend on the type chosen. The most common roofs for attics are gable roofs with a break in the middle. In such a room, there may be slight problems with the installation of cabinet furniture, but it will ideally serve as a guest, children's or play room, for example, a billiard room.

If the option with vertical walls is chosen, then the foundation must first be examined for its strength. Although this is a small additional burden, but still, it should be taken into account. Vertical walls can be lightened by placing windows in them (at least 12% of their area), through which enough daylight will penetrate and it will be easily ventilated.

But still, one cannot do without a reinforcing belt. It will level the horizontal surface of the load-bearing walls and serve as the basis for attaching the Mauerlat beams. It would be good to provide for the laying of galvanized metal rods when arranging the belt, on which the Mauerlat will be fixed.

If walls with a slope are chosen, which will serve as the roof configuration itself, then it should be remembered that in this case, the Mauerlat beams will also serve to fasten the beams for arranging the floor.

The basis of the foundations is the truss system

The next step will be the manufacture of the truss system, which will become not only the basis for the roof, but also the walls and ceiling of the future attic. It must be reliable and built in compliance with the rules imposed by the materials of the external coating. Since wood is used for the installation of the rafter system, the battens, it must first be treated with an antiseptic mixture.

It is necessary to provide openings for windows, which can be made in the form of a so-called birdhouse, or standard windows that are attached directly to the roof. The truss system, in addition to being able to withstand the load of roofing material, must also have a certain margin of safety in order to withstand the weight of snow in winter and withstand winds.

Double moisture insulation is a necessary factor

A feature of the roofing device for the attic space is double moisture insulation: waterproofing directly under the roofing material, which will protect the room from moisture from the outside, and vapor barrier, which will protect the insulation from condensate from the inside.

Otherwise, the latter may lose its thermal insulation properties. As a result, the cost of heating the room will increase significantly.

As finishing material widespread use wooden lining, drywall or plywood sheets.

The above tips will help to imagine the amount of work that the owner will have to face. country house or a cottage, if he decided to build an attic with his own hands - the scheme of the attic roof truss system will help him.

Mansard semi-hip roof - design, drawing, diagram


Mansard half-hipped roof, its design, drawing and phased arrangement of the attic, broken roof diagrams, diagrams of houses with attics - see our website.

Double pitched mansard roof structure

An attic is an attic space designed for housing or storing household utensils. Unlike flat roof in multi-storey residential buildings, the mansard roof is gable and multi-slope. For the construction of cottages, in the ratio price - quality, the best option is a gable roof.

Cottage, during the construction of which the technology of the attic roof was used

general description

Mansard roofing is wooden structure in the shape of a triangle or polygon. It consists of rafters and truss beams. From above, it is closed with a “pie” of insulation, vapor and waterproofing. Rafter legs hold the entire mass of the roof. The rafter beam acts as an additional connection and support.

The extreme pairs of rafters form a pediment. It can be triangular and trapezoidal in shape, which depends on the type of attic structure. Inside there is a living room with straight or broken walls.

Main advantages and disadvantages

Any building structure has characteristic positive and negative properties. Knowing these features will help when choosing a roofing system.

Advantages

  • Terms of manufacture and installation. Gable system long been studied, detailed step by step instructions for its design and construction. Therefore, the work can be done by hand, in a short period of time.
  • High level of protection of the interior from snow and rain. All elements of the roof are located at a certain angle. This makes it impossible for snow caps and small water puddles to form on the roof surface.
  • High level of protection of the joints between the wall and the roof from the wind. The ends of the gable roof hang over the walls, thereby protecting the joints from wind blowing.
  • Increase in common living space. Attic spaces are suitable for creating additional bedrooms, wardrobes or playrooms for children.

A good example of a full-fledged living space in a mansard roof

  • Price. Materials for the construction of a gable roof can be found at any hardware store at reasonable prices.
  • Aesthetic beauty. The gable mansard roof looks attractive. It will decorate any residential building.

Flaws

  • In some cases, construction may require a significant amount of materials.
  • If it is necessary to convert the attic into a residential space, then additional Construction Materials to reinforce an existing structure.

Types of mansard roofs

There are a few constructive types mansard gable roofs, which can vary in the shape of the slopes, be symmetrical or asymmetrical, be at different levels relative to the ground.

The shape of the slopes differ:

  • A gable flat mansard roof is a traditional form for low-rise construction. It is a classic triangle. This design is easy to install and maintain. She is inexpensive.

Classic gable roof
The layout of the elements of a classic gable roof

A flat mansard roof is not always suitable for the construction of residential premises. This is due to its design features.

Important! Optimal slope slopes 35°-40°. This angle gives an even distribution of loads. With such an angle of inclination, it is impossible to create a full-fledged attic room. That is why the slopes of a broken shape are more often used.

  • Gable sloping mansard roof. She has each slope consists of two parts, fastened together at an angle. Thanks to this break, it becomes possible to create a full-fledged attic room. With the same size of the base of the house, a broken roof allows you to get 40-50% more usable living space than when using a traditional gable roof.

General form broken mansard roof

For clarity, a broken gable system can be divided into three triangles. Two right triangles make up the side slopes. The outer line of the slopes will be their hypotenuse. The upper part of the roof consists of one isosceles triangle, which lies on two rectangular ones.

The layout of the load-bearing elements in a broken mansard roof

Important! In the lateral triangles of the broken line attic system use only layered rafters. In the upper triangle, both layered and hanging can be used.

By location they distinguish:

  • Symmetrical slopes are a classic option, where the two halves of the roof of the house are a mirror image of each other. In such gable system the maximum area of ​​​​the under-roof space is used. The symmetrical roof looks organic. Such houses are recommended for fans of proven and reliable classics.

Mansard roof with symmetrical slope

  • Asymmetrical slopes are a bolder option. The line of the ridge does not coincide with the center line of the whole house. The lengths of the slopes can vary greatly. With such a roofing device, the area of ​​​​the attic space is reduced. Houses with such a roof are recommended for fans of modern asymmetrical architecture.

Mansard roof with asymmetrical slopes

Slopes located at different levels

They don't have a horse. The slopes in the attic do not connect with each other, but, as it were, hang over each other. Houses with this type of roofing look unusual and are not widely used in our country.

General view of the house with slopes at different levels

Hip and semi-hip roofs

These mansard roofs form a separate view due to the fact that their slopes are located not only on the sides, but completely or partially replace the gables.

  • Hip. The classic version of four slopes. The two main laterals are trapezoidal in shape. Instead of gables - "hips". All four slopes encircle the walls at the same level from the ground.

hip roof
hip roof construction

  • Half hip. Their design is specially designed for areas with high wind load. This type has the most complex shape of all gable. The side slopes are polygonal in shape. The hips end approximately in the middle of the side slopes. This type of roof is suitable for creating a full-fledged residential second floor.

Cottage with a semi-hinged mansard roof

Important! In some directories, hip and half-hip roof structures are called four-pitched. The essence and principle of operation of the system does not change from this.

General principles of the device

Any building structure consists of a skeleton and a shell. Roofing or rafter systems are no exception. The comfortable and safe living of homeowners, as well as the terms of trouble-free operation, depend on their strength and operational characteristics.

The skeleton of a gable mansard roof is a wooden truss structure. It must meet several basic requirements:

  • Strength. Withstand the weight of snow and water, as well as wind and other types of dynamic loads.
  • Ease. The lighter the frame, the lower the cost of the whole house.
  • Functionality. Rafters should evenly distribute the load on the load-bearing elements without overloading individual sections.

A gable roof covering is a shell that protects interior spaces from heat, cold, moisture, snow and wind. It must meet several basic requirements:

  • Ease. The lower the weight of the roofing, the lower the load on the truss system. The final cost of the entire structure depends on this.
  • Reliability. Roofing is the first and main frontier in the way of an aggressive external environment.
  • Aesthetic beauty. The roof is one of the most prominent elements of a building. First of all, they pay attention to it.

All roof structures roofs consist of the same type of components:

The main structural elements of a gable mansard roof

  • Mauerlat is a rectangular or square wooden beam. It connects load-bearing walls and rafters, distributing the load around the entire perimeter of the building. Mauerlat is laid along the walls and fastened with anchors or reinforcement. Rafters are installed on top of it.
  • Rafter legs are the basis of the roofing system. All the burden falls on them. Rafters are made from wooden beam square or rectangular section. At one end they rest on the Mauerlat, and at the other end they are interconnected. According to the method of fastening, the rafter legs are layered and hanging.
  • Ridge bar - structural element square or round section. It is located on top and the upper part rests on it. rafter legs.

These three elements form the basis of any mansard gable roof. From them you can build a simple truss system. For more complex structures, there are a number of additional elements:

  • A strut is a beam that supports the rafters and is set at an angle to them. At the bottom, the brace rests on the floor beam.
  • The rack is a beam that serves to support the rafter leg. It is installed at right angles to the ceiling.
  • A scrum is a beam that connects two vertical load-bearing elements. Its main function is to absorb tensile forces in large truss systems.
  • A crossbar is a beam that additionally connects the rafters together. He doesn't let them leave.
  • Sheathing is a beam, which is the basis for the installation of roofing. It is made from boards and fastened with a certain step across the rafters.

The number and frequency of installation of these elements depend on the design load on the attic gable roof. We must remember - the more elements, the more expensive and heavier the whole structure. The less space will be left for the attic living space. Therefore, before building, you need to carefully calculate everything, but it is better to make a full-fledged construction drawing with all the calculations.

Do-it-yourself gable mansard roof, photo


An attic is an attic space designed for housing or storing household utensils. Unlike a flat roof in multi-storey residential buildings, a mansard roof can be gable and multi-slope. For the construction of cottages, in terms of price-quality ratio, the best option is a gable roof.

The half-hipped four-pitched roof is considered the most interesting model, which, among many other options, came to Russia from northern Europe. The roof has a streamlined shape, which makes it more resistant to strong gusts of wind.

Thanks to the shortened triangular slopes, the useful area of ​​​​the attic space is significantly increased without the construction of a massive wall on the walls. roof structure. Buildings with such a roof look quite stylish regardless of the number of floors and purpose.

The only drawback of a semi-hip roof is a rather complicated construction technology. But if you know and understand how the truss system of such a roof is arranged, and make the correct calculation of the half-hip roof, you can handle the work yourself.

Varieties of semi-hip roofs

The half-hip design cannot be called a four-slope, although the basis for it is the technology of erecting a roof with an envelope. It has elements of both a gable and a four-slope structure, and the methods of both structures are used in the construction.

The design of the semi-hipped roof has several features that somewhat distinguish it from the four-pitched family. Firstly, the hip of such a roof is slightly shortened. Secondly, a part of the pediment adjoins it, if the house is stone, or gable, if the house is wooden. In relation to these walls, a shortened triangle is located at an angle, which can be concave or convex. The hip itself can be located in the upper part of the gable or pediment, or at the bottom of these walls.


Depending on the shape and location of the elements of the semi-hinged gable roof, two types of structures are distinguished:

  • The Dutch roof has a hip in the form of a trapezoid, which is located at the bottom of the pediment. The top of the trapezoid is connected to a vertical triangle, forming a concave angle. The triangle can be completely wired or have a window opening.
  • At the Danish roof, a triangular half-hip is located in the upper part of the slope. Its base is connected to the vertical pediment, forming a convex angle.

Based on these structures, various roof options are created. They can vary in height and shape of the elements, have different slopes and their angle of inclination. Quite common four-slope structures with single elements of a semi-hipped roof.


Regardless of the combination chosen, the installation of the truss system is carried out on the basis of gable roof, that is, using a layered or hanging method. A layered rafter system is arranged when it is possible to create a strong support for the upper part of the rafter legs. Otherwise, a hanging truss system is installed. In both situations, the lower heels of the rafters should be supported by the Mauerlat, floor beams, the top row of a log or timber house.

In general, the truss system is being built on the basis of one of the methods for constructing a half-hip roof or on their complex use. If you understand the intricacies of these methods, you can make a roof using Danish or Dutch technology with your own hands, as well as combine shortened hips with a regular pitched roof.

The device of the truss system according to Dutch technology

Its scheme resembles a bifurcated rectangle with trapezoids on the sides. The initial steps are being taken according to the traditional four-slope roof technology.

Building the Foundation

First of all, the supports necessary for laying the run under the ridge are mounted. The support posts can be replaced by a frame, in which the upper part will act as a run. Next, you can install the rafter legs. Differences in technology begin at the moment when the installation of rafters and joists of the Dutch half-hip roof is carried out. It is these elements that form the plane of a shortened pentagonal slope.

Diagonal rafters are connected to the surf by means of a cut. This element is a board with a thickness of more than 5 cm and is nailed horizontally between ordinary rafters. The upper part of the central sprigs is fixed to the surf with nails or corners. The installation of the remaining sprigs is carried out in the following way: the upper part is nailed to the diagonal rafters, the Mauerlat or floor beam becomes the support for the lower part.


It is possible to strengthen the half-hip zone with the help of struts, which are installed at the junctions of jumpers and ordinary rafters. The extreme farm is assembled from double rafters. In the place where the jumper is nailed to the rack, additional pieces of boards are nailed - short ones. These elements help prevent the deformation process of the structure from increased loads.

The triangular pediment, located above the half hip, must be sheathed using boards or any sheet material. To do this, you need to make a calculation of the pediment in order to order necessary materials. The most effective option is the arrangement of a window opening in this triangular element. Even small windows are a source of natural light and ventilation.

Combination of Dutch and Danish technology

Based on the Dutch version, a large number of roof options are being developed. One of them involves the use of a half-hip of the same shape instead of a triangular pediment. This element, when connected to a shortened slope in the form of a pentagon, forms a convex angle. However, in some cases, it is possible to form a concave angle between these elements. In the diagram, the design resembles an ordinary envelope, but in practice the projection of the hip elements has some differences.


Differences are observed in the installation technology. The main part of the semi-hinged gable roof is mounted, depending on the chosen technology, with layered or hanging rafter legs. Further, to create a characteristic break, shortened rafters are installed next to the extreme truss truss.

Diagonal rafters are placed at their corners. The rest of the work is carried out in accordance with the drawings of the Dutch version according to the scheme of the half-hipped roof truss system described above. The upper triangular element is made according to Danish technology.

The device of the roof truss system according to the Danish method

Roofs built according to Danish technology have many interesting points, like the Dutch roof. But the rafter system is arranged in a slightly different way. In general, both roof options are two tiers stacked on top of each other.


It is in this way that broken structures are arranged in the case of the proposed placement of the attic in the attic space. But a sloping roof is several times more expensive than a half-hip. This calls for more detailed study of the latter option.

Step-by-step construction of a roof using Danish technology

The Danish roof has a triangular hip, and the pediment adjacent to it is made in the form of a trapezoid. At first glance, the roof layout looks like a hip design, but the shortened hip is smaller, and its corners do not match the corners of the roof.


In order not to make mistakes during the construction of a semi-hip roof with your own hands, it is important to correctly draw up a roof project and calculate the elements of the truss system. In this case, it is not necessary to calculate the size of each element, you can determine the parameters of the largest part. For other parts, it allows the same measurements or a little less.

Ridge part of the truss system

The beginning of the construction of the half-hip roof truss system, as well as other options, is the installation of a Mauerlat. It will act as a support for the bottom of the main and diagonal rafters. In this case, the support points will be located at different heights, which is explained by the unequal height of the bearing walls and gables.


The first stages of construction are as follows:

  • They construct a Mauerlat, the design of which differs from the standard version. The beam must be laid in several strips. The first is laid on the same line with the inner plane of the bearing walls. The second - along the center line of the internal load-bearing wall. The third one is on par with inner surface gables.
  • Lay floor beams. They should be located at right angles to the Mauerlat on the main load-bearing walls. If it is not possible to use a solid beam, it is best to select the elements so that the junction is located on the internal load-bearing wall.
  • Install supports for running under the ridge on bearing wall inside the house. The extreme supports are installed at a distance equal to the length of the main roof. Ordinary racks are evenly distributed in this area. In this case, the load will be the same in all parts of the roof. Before fixing the supports, it is necessary to check the verticality of their installation, using a plumb line or building level for this purpose. Fixed racks are temporarily reinforced with auxiliary elements.
  • The installation of ordinary rafters of the main part of the roof is carried out using an inclined or hanging technology.

Do-it-yourself installation of hip rafters

Diagonal rafter legs in the mansard semi-hip roof are designed to connect the edge of the ridge and the corners of the gable. Their manufacture and installation has several specific points that allow you to do fairly accurate work:

  • A trimmed board 5 * 15 cm in size is installed flush with the outer side of the Mauerlat on the pediment and fixed with one or two nails. This element allows you to mark the place of cutting, without performing unnecessary actions.
  • Parallel to the run under the ridge, three or four adjacent rafters lay another board. Checking the horizontal position, this element is pulled up to the previously nailed board. The intersection of these elements is the point through which a horizontal line is drawn.
  • Using a 5 * 20 cm board, a diagonal rafter is made. To do this, the workpiece is applied to the upper part of the extreme truss and to the corner of the cut board. To simplify the process, it is recommended to perform all actions with a partner: one holds the workpiece, the other makes a mark.
  • A horizontal line is drawn on the outside of the board, adhering to the central axis.
  • Determine the value of the upper gash and transfer it to the lower edge of the workpiece.
  • The resulting value is deposited at four points that determine the three-dimensional image of the rafter.
  • The workpiece is removed to the ground and the necessary cuts are made.


Before installing the diagonal rafter legs, it is necessary to remove the auxiliary board from the Mauerlat. Finished elements are installed in place and firmly fixed. Fastening the rafters at the top can be done with nails, and at the bottom it is better to use corners.

Installation of truss legs of a semi-hinged gable roof

The height of the diagonal rafter at the point of attachment to the Mauerlat must be measured. A similar distance is measured from the top of the ridge beam and a mark is made. From this point to the middle of the pediment, a cord is pulled, along which one should navigate in the process of manufacturing the central rafters.

The central leg of the half-hip is set as follows:

  • The angle between the stretched cord and the support is measured, this is necessary to accurately determine the line of the upper gash.
  • They measure the angle between the diagonal rafters, it will help to accurately remove the edges for a tighter fit into the knot.
  • They take a board of a certain length and 5 * 15 cm in size, make a wash down according to the value of the first angle and sharpen it until an angular ledge with a second value is obtained.
  • Perform sample workpiece. To do this, it is applied to the stretched lace from above and the distance from the ridge to the top of the workpiece is measured.
  • The result obtained is transferred to the bottom edge of the board. The distance is laid strictly vertically and a horizontal line is drawn. This creates a washed down cut in the lower part of the structure.
  • After cutting, the turn of the lower cut line comes. Using a tape measure, debug the width of the eaves and draw a vertical line until it intersects with a diagonal rafter.
  • It is not recommended to immediately fasten the hip leg, it can be used to make sprigs.

The spears are made according to a similar technique, but it is important to take into account the actual dimensions and features of the installation.

Completion of the installation of the truss system

Having completed the installation of all elements of the truss system, including shortened rafters, it is necessary to complete the final work. They involve the preparation of the truss system for the installation of the lathing and covering the half-hip roof with the selected material.


To complete the final steps, do the following:

  • Mount the gable fillies that will form the end overhangs. These elements should be fixed on the extreme sprigs of the main slopes and rest against the inclined elements of the pediment. Fillies should be placed at a distance of about 1 meter from each other. If the main box is made of concrete or brick, care must be taken to waterproof the elements. Moreover, it is enough to use cheap materials, such as roofing material or glassine, folded in several layers.
  • Sheathe the perimeter of the roof with a wind board, using a material measuring 5 * 15 cm. The elements begin to be fixed to the gable and main overhang. The initial length of the board is determined by the roof project, but adjustments can be made during the sheathing process. Wind boards leaning against filly must first be tried on, washed down, and then fixed.
  • You need to build up the diagonal elements with a board of the appropriate size.


The truss system according to Danish technology is considered complete. The completion of all work will be the filing of cornices and the installation of the crate in accordance with technical specifications selected roofing material.

It is difficult to understand the issue of building a half-hip roof truss system, but it is necessary to do this for self-construction of the roof. Moreover, the main points were presented in detail.



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