Dog House Roof Trusses

4 1x4 30 3 8 side wall top trim 45 deg bevel cut on top.

Dog house roof trusses. 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. 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. Fasten the 1 by 6 trim around the roof. Asphalt impregnated roofing paper tar paper.

On the top end of the studs cut out a small square slot of wood equal to the thickness of the ridge board using a jigsaw. 4 1x4 25 3 4 front back wall top trim 45 deg angel cut both sides. Easy drywall tricks to fix any mistake. Staple felt paper in between the 1 by 6 trim.

While this article focuses on configurations we also have a very cool set of illustrations showcasing the different parts anatomy of roof trusses. It s an extra layer of protection that helps ensure the inside of your doghouse remains dry. Leave the trim off of the back for drainage. The trim should stick up about 1 1 2 inches above the roof.

Make sure you center the plywood piece to the rafters before inserting the screws into place. 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. Customize any standard dog house with our over 12 different add ons such as a front porch windows deck bonus swinging door insulation shake roof legs wheels and more. 2 5 8 3 8 x 2 6 cdx sheathing roof decking.

4 1x4 34 7 8 side wall corner trim 45 deg bevel cut on top. Reciprocal roof frame in sketchup 6 sided avi. Shingle the roof to begin roofing first cover the entire roof with a single piece of 15 lb. 4 1x4 37 3 4 front back wall corner trim 45 deg angle cut on top.

For better waterproofing consider using rubber roofing material and apply it to the plywood with construction adhesive. Staple the roofing paper in place with a hammer stapler or electric stapler using 3 8 inch galvanized staples. Cover the surface with tar paper and secure it into place with staples.