Hi
thanks again for the interesting discussion. I am not more confused than ever, though it is clear that there are several options which would suffice for my roof. I am really grateful for everyones suggestions and opinions
With regard to the raised and scissor trusses, whilst I can see...
Chickenlips, I have just looked at raised trusses- I can see they might be feasible, though I cant see how high the truss could be – it would have to go above the velux - would it add enough stability at that height? (the window is 780mm high + room for the flashing)
oldun- One of the reasons...
Hi thanks for the answers,
firstly, as Tony 1851 Suspected , I was misreading the span tables . I took the span to be another measurement, but I am on track now thanks to following the olduns post
I apologise if this has led to posters doing unnecessary work for me, but I am a real novice...
Hello,
I am building an extension. I have no experience so am doing it from library books in my spare time. I would like some advice on the roof, as I would like to know which size rafters and ridge beam to use. I am on a shoe string budget so I would like to know the most suitable spec without...