Wall Shed Roof Detail

When you see this detail below it is referring to the pitch of the roof.

Wall shed roof detail.

Use 2x4s with galvanized framing nails. Ensure there is proper continuous intake ventilation below proposed roof to wall ventilation. The term pitch refers to the slope of the roof. Clear roof space without truss or rafters.

Determine your desired roof pitch. Use pressure treated lumber for the bottom plate of all shed walls when you build shed on concrete pad. For the shed roof pictured above the back has a 5 12 pitch. There have always been problems with the flashing details at the roof to wall intersections of head walls rake walls and chimneys especially if brick or stone veneer or stucco is used.

Roof to wall intersections. Expensive to convert a mono pitched roof to a multi slope roof since all walls need to become the same height. Shed roof ventilation instructions. In order to adhere to standardized building codes and ensure adequate runoff your shed s roof must have a pitch of at least 3 12 read as three in twelve.

This design offers the most storage space for a storage shed provided the side walls are 6 foot or more. Framing shed walls is straightforward. Shingle up to the area that requires the smartvent roof to wall vent application. You can use 2x6s particularly if you are going to add insulation and want a higher r value.

A higher wall on one side for ladders or storage. A shed roof that is not stick framed will be built with trusses. Step 2 measure 3 out from the wall where the smartvent will bend up on the wall.