This design adds a curvilinear element into the ceiling space instead of the standard horizontal timber raising the structure somewhat and giving some extra volume below.
Tied truss arch roof.
This lets us visualize whether the bottom cord is tie rod w turbuckles bowstring or 2x12s.
They form an upside down v with the point at the top of the addition roof.
This style of roof truss allows homeowners to increase the amount of light they can bring into their homes.
It is an arch roof constructed with a top arch of heavy timber no webbing or bottom chord and a steel tie rod.
Raised tie trusses allow for excellent skylight placement as they are raised higher and angled better.
If unsure what type of arched roof we cut an inspection hole where the truss is tied into the walls.
A vaulted or sloped ceiling offered by a raised tie truss can add an aesthetic point of interest to a room.
Cut two rafters with a circular saw to the pitch of the addition roof and nail them across the rafters on the old roof.
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An arch chord king post truss is another variation on the classic king post style this time with an arched lower chord.