🏗️ 12 COMMON TYPES OF ROOF TRUSSES

Roof trusses are structural frameworks that support roofs and transfer loads safely to walls or columns. They are commonly made of timber or steel.

📐 Types of Roof Trusses

1️⃣ King Post Truss – Small spans
2️⃣ Queen Post Truss – Medium spans
3️⃣ Fink Truss – Common residential roofs
4️⃣ Howe Truss – Medium to long spans
5️⃣ Fan Truss – Special roof designs
6️⃣ Double Fink Truss – Larger spans
7️⃣ Double Howe Truss – Improved load distribution
8️⃣ Scissors Truss – Vaulted ceilings
9️⃣ Hip Truss – Hip roofs
🔟 Gambrel Truss – More attic space
1️⃣1️⃣ Cathedral Truss – High, open ceilings
1️⃣2️⃣ Flat Truss – Flat or low-slope roofs

🔩 Main Components

✅ Top chord
✅ Bottom chord
✅ Web members
✅ Joints and gusset plates

🏢 Applications: Houses, warehouses, factories, schools, halls, and commercial buildings.

⭐ Advantages

✔️ Efficient material use
✔️ Wide-span coverage
✔️ Faster installation
✔️ Flexible roof designs


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