Gambrel Roof Attic Truss

A gambrel truss includes steel girders with steel columns available in straight leg and tapered leg versions.

Gambrel roof attic truss.

Room size will vary depending on the overall size and slope also referred to as pitch of the trusses. Ceiling and 17 ft. Residential room in attic trusses are an inexpensive way to add extra living or storage space to your home or garage while also increasing the value of your property. Due to the overall height the truss is manufactured as a piggyback truss to allow for transportation.

The gambrel series tapered leg version is available in 24 30 40 50 and 60 widths in eave heights from 8 through 14. The gambrel roof includes a lofty pitch on two sides. Note that the gambrel style roof allows for a larger attic space with a 9 ft. The shape of the truss allows the structure to be open providing a free open space.

In barns the gambrel style helps in creating plenty of storage room in a lofted space. The lumber components are. Gambrel trusses are great for the old barn style image. Gambrel roof truss systems are not only visually appealing but they are also useful.

The upper pitch on the mansard roof is so shallow it may seem level to those taking a gander at it. Gambrel trusses are very popular for barns with hay storage. Gambrel attic trusses 28 gambrel attic truss with a 24 12 lower pitch and 7 12 upper pitch with 12 overhang.