Gambrel Roof Attic Truss

Ceiling and 17 ft.

Gambrel roof attic truss.

Gambrel trusses are great for the old barn style image. The lumber components are. The shape of the truss allows the structure to be open providing a free open space. Note that the gambrel style roof allows for a larger attic space with a 9 ft.

Room size will vary depending on the overall size and slope also referred to as pitch of the trusses. A gambrel truss includes steel girders with steel columns available in straight leg and tapered leg versions. Room in attic trusses are professionally designed with state of the art computer programs. 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. Due to the overall height the truss is manufactured as a piggyback truss to allow for transportation. The mansard roof regularly includes windows in the lower pitch and like the gambrel roof truss brackets it offers more usable living space than a pitched roof. Gambrel roof truss systems are not only visually appealing but they are also useful.

Gambrel trusses are very popular for barns with hay storage. The upper pitch on the mansard roof is so shallow it may seem level to those taking a gander at it. 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.