We all know what a simple flat roof is and recognize it easily when we see it on a shed or similar structure. But when it comes to more sophisticated roofing styles, many of us struggle to differentiate a hipped roof from a gabled roof; a pyramid roof from a mansard roof, much less to recognize a cross-hipped or cross-gabled roof! What about a saltbox roof of the simple Cape Cod style house or the gambrel style roof, typically found on a barn?
From the grass roofed hut to the most elaborate castle or enclosed city, the architecture of roof styles evolved over the centuries on every continent of the world. For example, the slanted, irregular saltbox roof, which protected its inhabitants from cold winds, came from the northern states of Colonial America in the 1700s, while the mansard roof is attributed to a French architect named Mansart, who designed it in the 1800s. In fact, the mansard roof is considerably less expensive than other roof styles to install because they don’t require any framing.
While architecture determined the appearance and construction of the roof, its shape and the material employed to build it determined its functionality. For example, a hipped roof often has dormers, which are windows that have their own roofs. This allows the top floor, or the attic of a house, to be outfitted with bedrooms that provide a cozy feel while expanding useable floor space. Once the homeowner is armed with knowledge about roof styles, it is much easier to communicate with a roofing contractor.
General information regarding simple hip roofs.… Read more »
Classic-styled pyramid hip roofs for small homes or additions.… Read more »
General information regarding cross hipped roofs.… Read more »
Mansard roofs can save money and time because they don't require any framing. Get a free estimate from a CalFinder roofing contractor.… Read more »
Gable roofing the common roof of residential homes.… Read more »
Cross gabled roofs are usually reserved for home additions or extensions.… Read more »
Get a free saltbox installation quote.… Read more »
Though the life expectancy of a flat roof is rather lower then gable roofs, about 10 years, flat roofs have recently gained in popular with the green movement.… Read more »
Gambrel roofs are commonly associated with barns and utilize dormers.… Read more »
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