Wall Shed Roof Detail

Determine your desired roof pitch.

Wall shed roof detail.

When you see this detail below it is referring to the pitch of the roof. For the shed roof pictured above the back has a 5 12 pitch. You can use 2x6s particularly if you are going to add insulation and want a higher r value. Step 2 measure 3 out from the wall where the smartvent will bend up on the wall.

Shingle up to the area that requires the smartvent roof to wall vent application. Use pressure treated lumber for the bottom plate of all shed walls when you build shed on concrete pad. This design offers the most storage space for a storage shed provided the side walls are 6 foot or more. Roof to wall intersections.

There have always been problems with the flashing details at the roof to wall intersections of head walls rake walls and chimneys especially if brick or stone veneer or stucco is used. In order to adhere to standardized building codes and ensure adequate runoff your shed s roof must have a pitch of at least 3 12 read as three in twelve. 2x4s can also be insulated but you ll get a lower r value. Expensive to convert a mono pitched roof to a multi slope roof since all walls need to become the same height.

A shed roof that is not stick framed will be built with trusses. Use 2x4s with galvanized framing nails. A higher wall on one side for ladders or storage. Snow can build up against the lower roof wall and cause dampness or rot in the wall.

Sheds rain and snow quickly. Ensure there is proper continuous intake ventilation below proposed roof to wall ventilation. Shed roof ventilation instructions.