This video teaches viewers how to lay out and cut common rafters for a gabled roof using a speed square and basic math. The instructor explains the concepts of span, run, unit rise, and unit length, and demonstrates two methods for calculating unit length. They then show how to use a speed square to mark and cut the rafters, including the seat cut, heel cut, and soffit cut.
6156136 4 года назад 6:15This video demonstrates a simple roof construction technique for determining the correct rafter length and angle without knowing the roof pitch. The technique involves using a pre-cut rafter and a plumb cut to mark the desired position and angle, ensuring the rafter sits correctly on the ridge and plate.
142032 3 года назад 4:41This video demonstrates two methods for laying out bird's mouth cuts on rafters, using a speed square and a framing square. The presenter explains how to use each tool to create the necessary lines for the cut, and then shows how to cut the bird's mouth using a circular saw and a handsaw.
333475 1 год назад 4:29This video teaches viewers how to calculate and cut the perfect rafter for a roof. The video covers the basics of roof pitch, how to use a speed square, and how to calculate the necessary measurements for a rafter. The presenter also provides a worksheet to help viewers with the calculations.
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