Timber Frame Metal Roof

Wood timber and steel roof for an indoor pool this timber frame pre engineered truss system was built to cover an indoor pool building.

Timber frame metal roof.

Timber frame truss and purlins. Tamlin timber frame packages the roof system the roof system is one of the most challenging areas to design when all factors are considered. Framing a roof is the last step in framing new construction. Factors such as engineering and structural issues timber frame design building architecture roof finish ventilation moisture protection type of insulation installation and maintenance.

The roof framing is the structure that supports your roof. The main decision that needs to be made with erecting a roof is which material to use for its construction. Timber is by far the most common material for house framing in australia. We are not automated so we have the flexibility to create structures to our clients exacting details.

Adding purlins between heavy timber trusses is an elegant way to reduce the cost of a timber frame roof because purlins permit an increased on center distance between trusses so you purchase fewer trusses. While most home builders will outsource the construction of roofing trusses the rafter supports of the roof itself learning to frame a roof yourself is one of the true arts of carpentry and a basic primer is covered below. Custom timber frame shop. Vermont timber works custom designs and fabricates beautiful timber frame homes post and beam barns heavy timber churches cathedral ceilings and more.