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Common Types of Roof Trusses
King Post Roof Truss
The king post truss is one of the simplest roof trusses out here. It uses a single vertical post (the “king post”) to connect the top of the roof to the base. Two angled supports run from the base to the apex, forming a triangle.
The king post truss provides reliable support without the need for complex framing. This makes it cost-effective and easy to construct.
Common Use: Great for small spaces like garages, sheds, or residential buildings.
Queen Post Roof Truss
The queen post truss builds on the king post design, incorporating two vertical posts (queen posts) connected by a horizontal beam.
This configuration allows for greater load-bearing capacity and spans over wider spaces. Despite its increased strength, it remains relatively simple and affordable.
Common Use: Perfect for barns or medium-sized spaces where you need a little more width and strength without overcomplicating things.
Scissor Truss
The scissor truss creates an eye-catching vaulted ceiling by using intersecting angled beams.
This truss design enhances the structural integrity of the roof but also adds an architectural feature to interior spaces. Its open design allows for more headroom and an airy, spacious feel.
Common Use: Ideal for homes, churches, or commercial spaces like event halls and lobbies.
Attic Roof Truss
The attic truss is a two-in-one solution: it supports your roof and creates space for an attic.
By creating an additional room within the roof structure, it maximizes interior space without increasing the building's footprint.
Common Use: Often used in residential homes to provide attic space for storage or even additional bedrooms.
Mono Truss
The mono truss is single-sloped, so it’s perfect for asymmetrical roof designs or structures with one-sided slopes.
Its simple structure makes it easy to install while blending seamlessly with modern or traditional architectural styles.
Common Use: Common in residential or commercial buildings with asymmetrical roofs or in extensions to existing structures.
Fink Roof Truss
The fink truss is a highly popular design for pitched roofs, with its characteristic W-shaped webbing providing excellent support.
Its lightweight construction doesn’t compromise its strength, making it ideal for evenly distributing roof loads.
Common Use: Widely used in residential homes and apartment complexes, particularly for medium to steep roof pitches
Hip Truss
The hip truss is built to support hip roofs, which slope down on all four sides. Its design provides excellent strength and stability, especially in areas with high wind or heavy snow.
With multiple angled beams, it evenly distributes the roof’s weight, making it as practical as it is sturdy.
Common Use: Perfect for homes, multi-family buildings, and commercial structures where a strong roof is essential.
Gable Truss
The gable truss is one of the most versatile truss designs, providing support for roofs with a classic triangular shape.
Its straightforward construction makes it affordable while still offering solid performance. Gable trusses are easy to customize, making them a favorite for a variety of projects.
Common Use: Commonly used in residential homes, smaller multi-family units or retail buildings with gable-style roofs.
Flat Truss
Flat roof trusses are exactly what they sound like - flat, simple, and efficient.
They are made of parallel top and bottom chords and create a clean, modern roofline while handling heavy loads. Most still have a slight pitch to help with drainage.
Common Use: Commonly used in commercial, industrial, and some residential buildings.
