Pole frame construction is one of the most economical and simplest ways to build a barn a shelter or any other type of building.
Framing a pole barn roof.
Since many pole barns use conventional rafter framing any roof style can conceivably be used.
I cut a birdsmouth notch to.
I cut rafters out of 2x8s frame this pole barn lean to addition.
The simplest and the least expensive way to frame a barn is to use post frame construction.
Post frame construction provides superior structural strength against mother nature including hurricanes floods and even earthquakes.
Anchor roof trusses to the beams using metal plates.
Splash boards double 2x12 msr headers 2x4 spf girts and roof trusses.
If you ve wondered how to frame a lean to roof off a pole barn this video will show you how i did it.
Second create 10 inch notches at the top of the posts and set the beams into them.
The four major types of roofs used for barns are gable hip shed and gambrel.
You can get ready made roof trusses for your pole barn.
Each roof type has advantages and disadvantages.
Post frame pole barn construction.
Post frame consists of upright pressure treated posts spaced 8 o c 2x8 p t.
The reason for this is that the posts support and tie together the entire structure.
Armed with the proper tools and supplies you can frame a pole building in a matter of a day or two.