This video explains in detail how to build a hip roof.
Framing hip roof cupola.
Piece of 2x2 as a hub.
In this video i will show you how to cover the roof of a cupola with sheet metal.
Good directions carlisle 36 in x 49 in white vinyl cupola with copper roof.
This makes the framing a bit more complicated but it accomplishes the owner s goal of an unrestricted view of the cupola from the interior of the building.
In order to allow for the cupola the framing of the roof does not extend to the peak.
The framing for this roof is a symmetrical hip roof with large overhangs and a cupola.
You can frame the cupola on top of your existing roof but be sure you have solid blocking under the outside walls of the cupola.
Screw the hub to two of the rafters and fasten the other two by driving 3 in.
Fasten the rafters together.
Screws through the rafters into the hub.
Item 1356844 model 2136cv.
These are pretty easy to frame.
This blocking will transfer the load of the cupola to the roof trusses or to the roof rafters.