The gambrel style roof was completely redone with new gaf timberline hd shingles in the pewter gray color.
Gambrel roof siding.
Building the gambrel shed roof.
Use a miter saw to make the 22 5 degree cuts to both ends of the rafters.
The siding used was james hardie fiber cement in aged pewter color.
Gambrel roofs are symmetrical with two slopes on each side of the roof.
Use the 2 6 4 4 2 4 1 4 and plywood to build all from the floor wall frames siding roof deck side trims and also for roof rafters.
A gambrel roof is a popular roof style on many contemporary barns and sheds.
Rafters barn shed.
A gambrel style shed roof offers the most storage space in the attic when compared to a gable or saltbox style shed roof.
Use 2 4 lumber for the trusses.
H 10 pieces of t1 11 siding 48 x96 long 1 piece 24 x96 long 1 piece 7 x24 long 4 pieces 48 x57 1 4 long.
Use also the roofing felt and shingles for the gambrel roof.
The front porch features board batten and the rest of the home has plank lap siding.
The 10 x 12 shed will provide lots of space to work and play too.
If you plan on building and installing your own gambrel roof you ll have to draw out plans first to determine the proper dimensions.