If you ve wondered how to frame a lean to roof off a pole barn this video will show you how i did it.
Framing a pole barn roof.
Since many pole barns use conventional rafter framing any roof style can conceivably be used.
Post frame construction uses posts for the foundation wall and roof support structure for pole barns or multi purpose pole buildings.
First simply place the beams on the top of the posts and secure them using metal plates.
Post frame consists of upright pressure treated posts spaced 8 o c 2x8 p t.
Each roof type has advantages and disadvantages.
I cut a birdsmouth notch to.
The simplest and the least expensive way to frame a barn is to use post frame construction.
Armed with the proper tools and supplies you can frame a pole building in a matter of a day or two.
The four major types of roofs used for barns are gable hip shed and gambrel.
Pole frame construction is one of the most economical and simplest ways to build a barn a shelter or any other type of building.
Splash boards double 2x12 msr headers 2x4 spf girts and roof trusses.
You can get ready made roof trusses for your pole barn.
Anchor roof trusses to the beams using metal plates.
I cut rafters out of 2x8s frame this pole barn lean to addition.
Post frame pole barn construction.
Post frame construction provides superior structural strength against mother nature including hurricanes floods and even earthquakes.