How To Frame A Roof Overhang

Again have the helper hold the rafter extension in place and gauge the distance of the overhang while you hold the extension against the rafter and the roof sheathing and nail it to the existing rafter with a framing nailer.

How to frame a roof overhang.

Slide the flashing in and line it up so that the bent angle runs parallel to the overhang. Or less you might try a technique that bob syvanen wrote about in dummy rafter tails way back in 1985. This article focuses on framing. Step 7 paint your frame optional.

To create an overhang on the gable ends of your shed you ll need to construct something called a gable ladder. Attach small wooden block to the house studs and fasten your posts to the block with nails. If narrow overhangs are all you need say 8 in. This will depend on the size of your overhang.

I ve used this method when i ve had trouble slipping in the rafter extensions with this method the rafter tails. Attach six metal. Purchase the required materials. How to frame an overhang step 1.

If you are making a smaller overhang you may be able to skip the posts and use two by four. Attach both sides of your over hang to posts angle posts into the house. Slide your first sheet of flashing under the first layer of shingles. Apply a two by six wood ledger to the exterior of the home above the door right under the roof.

Next cut two additional sets of rafters for each gable end.