Timber Roof Trusses

Pairs of opposing rafters were thus initially tied together by a horizontal tie.

Timber roof trusses.

A timber roof truss is a structural framework of timbers designed to bridge the space above a room and to provide support for a roof. The joints that carry the load on the supports are called the support joints. Combining artisan craftsmanship with the industry s most advanced cnc technology. Other wood species are available at your request and we can also make log trusses.

For larger spans and thinner walls this can topple the walls. These joints are connected with metal plates 6. There is a hierarchy of timber framing at work here with trusses supporting the ridge and purlin beams. Each system is created one at a time.

Roof trusses consist of timber planks where the connection points are arranged to form an interconnected triangular system that holds the load. Above these components is a rack of common rafters. Your timber trusses will be made using southern yellow pine douglas fir western red cedar or reclaimed timbers. A timber frame truss roof with ridge beam purlins and common rafters is a stunning combination that creates visual interest and structural complexity.

Bolted plate aka antique bolted plate traditional most popular. Trusses usually occur at regular intervals linked by longitudinal timbers such as purlins. Whether you select timber trusses for the great room kitchen dining area entryway outdoor shelter or porch harmony s timber trusses add old world craftsmanship and lasting value to your residential or commercial project.