Dog House Roof Trusses

Staple felt paper in between the 1 by 6 trim.

Dog house roof trusses.

Just as there are many types of roofs with many roof parts there are many different types of roof trusses this extensive article explains through a series of custom truss diagrams the different truss configurations you can use for various roofs. 4 1x4 30 3 8 side wall top trim 45 deg bevel cut on top. At dogtown truss we offer the best service quality and price in the industry supplying roof and floor trusses. Once the two ridge board studs are secured to the frame of the dog house cut the 1 x 6 to the length of the house adding three inches on each end and nail it to the ridge board studs on end.

Reciprocal roof frame in sketchup 6 sided avi. 4 1x4 34 7 8 side wall corner trim 45 deg bevel cut on top. Asphalt impregnated roofing paper tar paper. The trim should stick up about 1 1 2 inches above the roof.

Cover the surface with tar paper and secure it into place with staples. Fasten the 1 by 6 trim around the roof. 4 1x4 25 3 4 front back wall top trim 45 deg angel cut both sides. Building the roof of the dog house cut a piece of 3 4 plywood at the dimensions shown in the diagram and secure it to the rafters with 1 1 4 screws.

4 1x4 37 3 4 front back wall corner trim 45 deg angle cut on top. While this article focuses on configurations we also have a very cool set of illustrations showcasing the different parts anatomy of roof trusses. We are the only locally owned manufacture in las vegas. Leave the trim off of the back for drainage.

Detailed instruction insulated dog house 2 duration. Make sure you center the plywood piece to the rafters before inserting the screws into place. Shingle the roof to begin roofing first cover the entire roof with a single piece of 15 lb. Staple the roofing paper in place with a hammer stapler or electric stapler using 3 8 inch galvanized staples.

2 5 8 3 8 x 2 6 cdx sheathing roof decking. It s an extra layer of protection that helps ensure the inside of your doghouse remains dry. For better waterproofing consider using rubber roofing material and apply it to the plywood with construction adhesive.