DEAR TIM: I’m now retired and starting to attack a huge list of projects. One of them is building a simple shed, and I have no clue how to cut and create a simple roof rafter. I know it can’t be that ...

This step-by-step guide demonstrates a reliable method for cutting roof rafters using simple math, without guesswork or complex measuring. Applicable to both post-frame and stick-frame construction, ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...

Roof framing has undergone a quiet revolution over the past half century. Trusses are gradually replacing the conventional rafters, to the point that nowadays more than 80 percent of new residential ...

Learn the essential techniques for accurately measuring and cutting rafters to ensure a strong, well-aligned roof structure.

Q: I want to build a simple shed. How do I cut a roof rafter? A: To cut a roof rafter, you’ll need a framing square, tape measure, pencil and saw. It will also help if you recall basic geometry. A ...

DEAR TIM: I’m now retired and starting to attack a huge list of projects. One of them is building a simple shed, and I have no clue how to cut and create a simple roof rafter. I know it can’t be that ...

The construction of domestic roofs refers to the frame construction and covering that is found on the majority of detached houses in temperate or cold climates. These roofs tend to be built with ...

Q: My girlfriend is convinced that we would save on heating expenses if we insulated between the roof rafters. My contention is that only the attic floor needs to be insulated because we only use the ...