Q: I want to build a simple shed. How do I cut a roof rafter? A: To cut a roof rafter, you’ll need a framing square, tape measure, pencil and saw. It will also help if you recall basic geometry. A ...

Roofing might seem daunting to the DIY enthusiast. There are so many terms, methods, and tools to understand. Among them, the term ‘birdsmouth’ stands out. The birdsmouth joint has been a mainstay in ...

DEAR TIM: I’m now retired and starting to attack a huge list of projects. One of them is building a simple shed, and I have no clue how to cut and create a simple roof rafter. I know it can’t be that ...

I’ve got one last project before winter sets in. I want to build a small shed, but I’m not sure how to frame the standard gable roof. I can handle placing the framing square to make the plumb and heel ...

My guess is you give very little thought to the roof over your head, other than worrying about whether it will develop a leak. It’s safe to say you don’t lose a minute’s sleep thinking your roof will ...

Roof framing has undergone a quiet revolution over the past half century. Trusses are gradually replacing the conventional rafters, to the point that nowadays more than 80 percent of new residential ...