Without the proper structural support, a building with vaulted ceilings can run into stability issues.
At Allied Truss in Texas, our wooden trusses for residential, commercial, and multi-family projects are the ultimate solution. These trusses are custom-designed to meet specific architectural and structural needs, ensuring that the roof load is properly supported while achieving the desired vaulted ceiling effect.
Roof Trusses For Vaulted Ceilings
Vaulted Parallel Chord Truss
Barrel Vault Truss
Flat Vault Truss
Cathedral Trusses
Scissor Truss
Raised Tie Trusses
Hammerbeam Truss
Domed Vault Truss
Studio Vault Truss
Vaulted Parallel Chord Truss
For this wooden roof truss, both the top and bottom chords run parallel, providing a more open ceiling while keeping the structure flat.
This creates the illusion of a larger room while maintaining a subtle vaulted look.
Common Use: Residential homes and spaces where a slight vault is desired without drastically changing the roofline.
Barrel Vault Truss
The barrel vault truss adds elegance with its curved design, giving the ceiling a soft, arching shape.
This creates a unique and eye-catching architectural feature while still providing the necessary support for the roof.
Common Use: Often used in long historical buildings, churches, and auditoriums.
Flat Vault Truss
These wooden trusses create a vaulted ceiling that still feels understated. It’s a versatile choice for both modern and traditional designs because it still has all the benefits of a vaulted ceiling - extra height and openness - while keeping the overall look subtle.
Common Use: Homes or buildings where a flatter ceiling is preferred while still adding height.
Cathedral Truss
The cathedral truss follows the pitch of the roofline directly, with both sides sloping inward at a steep angle.
This design creates stunning angles that mimic the grand, vaulted ceilings found in cathedrals.
Common Use: Commonly seen in large residential homes, churches, and community buildings.
Scissor Truss
The scissor truss design is known for its compact size and high load-bearing capacity, making it great for applications where space is limited.
It’s lower chord slopes inward, creating a vaulted ceiling inside while leaving the exterior roof pitch unchanged. This allows for more interior space without affecting the outside look of the building.
Common Use: They’re popular in residential designs and recreational facilities.
Raised Tie Truss
In a raised tie truss, the horizontal tie beam, which normally spans horizontally at the base, is raised higher along the vertical supports to achieve vaulted ceilings.
This design raises the ceiling height for more room inside, while still keeping the overall roof structure low to maintain strength and stability.
Common Use: Common in homes with bonus rooms, attics, or open lofts.
Hammer Beam Truss
A hammer beam truss features projecting brackets or "hammer beams" that extend from the top chord.
Its exposed timber design provides additional support and makes spaces more visually interesting.
Common Use: Often used for large public spaces and historic building renovations.
Domed Vault Truss
The domed vault truss uses a circular top chord and curved web members that converge in the center, forming a dome-like shape.
This design not only adds beauty and grandeur but also helps enhance the acoustics of the room.
Common Use: Commonly used in auditoriums, museums, and churches.
Studio Vault Truss
The studio vault truss offers a simple yet effective way to create high ceilings without the sharp peaks of a traditional vault.
This design provides a sense of spaciousness and openness, often making the room feel bigger and brighter.
Common Use: Frequently used in lofts, theaters, and open-concept buildings.
