Timber Frame Roof Insulation Details

If you have an existing log or timber framed home adding insulation and ventilation can be a major challenge and expense due to demolition costs.

Timber frame roof insulation details. Long timber screws are used to tie the 2x4s into the timbers. Can choose from stressed skin panel options or use a technique that we call the inside out method. Timber frame roof sheathing started by theenglishlumberjack on timber framing log construction. Normally the insulation is either built up above 2x ceiling roof decking that is installed on top of the trusses or sips structural insulated panels are installed on top of the timbers the range of insulation is dependent on the thickness of the sips or of the built up insulation.

There are several ways to insulate the frame. 12 replies 4215 views march 30 2014 03 11 53 pm by shinnlinger. 14 replies 10114 views. Looking for advice to properly roof my timber frame shed started by brian weekley on timber framing log construction.

That second layer of insulation run vertically is taped off and spary foamed. Once we are done insulationing it s time to add the first layer of 2x4s. However it can be done from the roof side at the time you replace your asphalt or cedar roof with a new aluminum metal roof. Here two layers of rigid kingspan thermawall insulation are separated by breathable membrane and osb plywood sheathing.