Reverse Slope Deck Roof

If you choose to add a roof to an existing deck you may need to add additional supports so it can hold the weight of the roof.

Reverse slope deck roof.

Plan to space the 2x4 purlins parallel to the house and 3 ft. Brian cornwell writer brian cornwell founded next luxury in 2007 as a magazine for modern gentlemen. 1300 211 355 licenced bld 240199. The most common type of deck roof the gable roof forms a triangular shape projects along a ridge down the center of the deck and overhangs the enclosed space.

It works well for long and narrow decks but not for deep decks because of the slope required. Consider including an ice and water barrier too. With these top 40 best proper deck roof ideas you can indulge yourself and your company in the most sumptuous summer splendor. If the span under your deck is 12 ft for example the purlin at the outer end of the deck should be 3 in.

To provide drainage the panels should slope toward the outside edge of the deck about 1 4 in. The most common styles are gable hip and shed. This significantly sloped deck roof allows for proper drainage of rain and. Custom designed skillion with 13 degree angled pitch to make sure the back of the house stayed cool in summer and warm in winter.