How To Frame A Gazebo Octagon Roof

10 16 lean roof gazebo.

How to frame a gazebo octagon roof.

It s made of pine wood and steel and has an a frame design and its exact dimensions are 10 9 1 2 w x 10 9 1 2 d x 10 3 1 2 h. As you can notice in the image you need to start with building the rafters from 2 6 lumber. Framing a roof for an octagon gazebo is not a difficult process although it might look very complex at first glance. Wood plans are available for this back yard woo.

B 4 piece of 2 4 lumber 110 1 2 long both ends cut at 61º hip rafters. The westmont gazebo stands out with its slender frame supported by four wooden columns and its solid roof with cross beam support for a sturdy and balanced look. In order to build a gazebo roof you need to use the following. A 1 pieces of 2 6 lumber 97 3 4 long 2 piece of 2 4 77 1 4 long top ridge.

Build this gazebo 7. Screws the steel strap to the lower roof boards for extra support. C 10 pieces of 2 4 lumber 98 4 pieces 55 both ends cut at at 34º rafters. Nail the roof decking to the rafters with 8d nails.

I really like this gazebo. Build this gazebo 15. The strap ties the narrower boards together to prevent sagging. Cut their both ends at 63 5 degrees by using a miter saw.

It is very different from your traditional style gazebo. When you do something different like this not only do you get the functionality of a gazebo. Above the ends of the rafters so your roof decking will be flush with the fascia. Cut your lower fascia from 1x10 cedar.

Octagon gazebo roof scaled down model for rafter joint style illustration purposes.