Detailed guide mount the ledger header board and install the rafters.
Building a frame porch roof.
Cut the pieces of wood.
Install the support posts.
To a large extent they are self bracing with opposite ends pushing inwards so they are strong in relation to wind forces.
Hip roofs allow for extended depth.
We show you the steps involved and calculations required for buildng a roof for your porch or constructing one over your deck or patio.
Measure two 2 by 8 pieces of wood the length of the porch and two 2 by 8 pieces of wood the width of the porch.
I chose a pitched roof design and in this video take you through the entire job from start to finis.
Start with ledger board mounting.
Remember that the location.
Building a porch roof requires basic carpentry and porch roof framing knowledge.
Add 8 inches 20 3 centimeters to each measurement for overhang.
See exactly how i made a simple porch roof step by step.
We show you how both a typical rafter style porch and truss roof area constructed.
Hip roof construction is one of the most popular methods used for both porch and screen porches.
How to build a porch roof properly.