Just as there are many types of roofs with many roof parts there are many different types of roof trusses this extensive article explains through a series of custom truss diagrams the different truss configurations you can use for various roofs.
W shape attic trusses.
The attic truss shape room in roof truss is a simple means of providing a structural roof and floor as one complete section.
When the trusses are all set you end up with a giant room in your home that otherwise would have been wasted space.
While this article focuses on configurations we also have a very cool set of illustrations showcasing the different parts anatomy of roof trusses.
Select build wall straight exterior wallfrom the menu then click and drag to draw a rectangular structure.
Select file new planfrom the menu to open a new blank plan.
Uses vertical webbing for capping the ends of a roof.
Whilst the usual maximum size for creating and transporting a single truss is 15 meters we can manufacturer trusses much larger than this which simply come in two pieces and are assembled on site.
Gable or end truss.
Modified finks create a w shape.
This type creates usable space in the attic for storage or additional living space.