In this video you will learn about figuring the angle for a top cut on porch rafters that are going over another roof surface and also about a useful jig to.
Open rafter porch roof.
Posts and beams in the case of a gable roof over an enclosed building the lower ends of the rafters rest on the exterior walls of the building.
An open ceiling is another option where the rafters that support the roof are left exposed.
This is a more rustic choice and you can use contrasting planks with the exposed rafters to add dimension and visual interest to your porch.
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Hip roof vaulted porch ceiling with exposed rafters.
In an open porch however the rafters rest on.
You will also notice in the foreground of this photo there is a flat painted beadboard ceiling.
Use caution on the ladder.
The no ladder option.
This custom hip porch roof and ceiling includes an open rafter design which is painted rather than stained.
This ceiling is atop the breezeway which leads to the main porch area.