PB3 U7 CH1 Planning a Gable Roof

Match the Gable Roof Component to its Function Use the Plus Signs for Hints

2x lumber installed at the open ends of a gable roof, follow wall framing conventions

Collar Ties

Horizontal framing members fastened to opposing rafters to prevent spreading

Frieze Blocks

Used to stabilize rafters and seal the space between the double top plate and roof sheathing between rafters.

Gable Studs

Match the Gable Roof Component to its function Use the Plus Signs for Hints

Piece of wood fastened to the ridge board between rafters where two ridge boards meet

Rafter

Upper most framing member of the roof. Upper end of the rafters are fastened to it, this member is located at the peak of the roof.

Splice Block

Run from the ridge board down to the double top plate of the load bearing wall. Main structural support and nailing surface for roof finished materials

Ridge Board

Collar Ties

Gable Studs

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You have successfully identified roof framing components!

Ridge Board

Rafters

Frieze Blocks

Splice Block