Gambrel Roof Attic Truss

Gambrel attic trusses 28 gambrel attic truss with a 24 12 lower pitch and 7 12 upper pitch with 12 overhang.

Gambrel roof attic truss. The lumber components are. Gambrel roof truss systems are not only visually appealing but they are also useful. Room in attic trusses are professionally designed with state of the art computer programs. A gambrel truss includes steel girders with steel columns available in straight leg and tapered leg versions.

Room size will vary depending on the overall size and slope also referred to as pitch of the trusses. Due to the overall height the truss is manufactured as a piggyback truss to allow for transportation. The gambrel roof includes a lofty pitch on two sides. The mansard roof regularly includes windows in the lower pitch and like the gambrel roof truss brackets it offers more usable living space than a pitched roof.

The upper pitch on the mansard roof is so shallow it may seem level to those taking a gander at it. The shape of the truss allows the structure to be open providing a free open space. Ceiling and 17 ft. Note that the gambrel style roof allows for a larger attic space with a 9 ft.

In barns the gambrel style helps in creating plenty of storage room in a lofted space. Gambrel trusses are very popular for barns with hay storage. The gambrel series tapered leg version is available in 24 30 40 50 and 60 widths in eave heights from 8 through 14.