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Would a pyramid shaped roof be better than a flat roof?
On house, why might a pyramid-shape roof be better than a flat roof?
Is a hip roof better than a gable roof?
Neither is "better" in terms of usefulness or structural efficiency. Hip and gable are primarily responses to design needs. A hip roof is slightly stronger than a gable.
Why is a raked ceiling better than a flat?
A raked ceiling or cathedral ceiling is said to be better than a flat ceiling because of the echos in the rooms. It will really be up to the owner of the house and what they prefer.
A roof structure classed as being flat will have a pitch of no more than?
This would depend entirely on the definition of flat, and its origin. Flat rooofs are not flat, and all should have enough slope to run water, generaly 1 to 2% minimum. In our area a flat roof is defined as any roof with less than 3:12 pitch and must have Ice and Water shield or other equivelant materials installed to prevent damage. Usually up to and including a 2:12 Pitch can be protected with a Build Up Roofing system or BUR roof. Another usual material is what we call a Single Ply or Membrane roof. These materials are like a big rubber inner tube being pulled over the roof and can be attached with ballast (rock) or mechanically. Most today are a white material but collored are available from some manufactures. ALWAYS check with your local building official for the actual definition and requirements in your area. Terry
How many angles are larger than a right angle in a square based pyramid?
No angles are larger than 90 degrees in a square based pyramid.
Would a pyramid-shaped roof be better than a flat roof?
On house, why might a pyramid-shape roof be better than a flat roof?
Would a pyramid shaped roof be better than a flat roof?
On house, why might a pyramid-shape roof be better than a flat roof?
Why would a flat roof be better than a sloped roof?
A flat roof would be better than a sloped roof because a flat roof is significantly cheaper to build. Another consideration of a flat roof would be that it is a more modern design and would fit a more contemporary home.
Why would a sloped roof be better than a flat roof?
A flat roof would be better than a sloped roof because a flat roof is significantly cheaper to build. Another consideration of a flat roof would be that it is a more modern design and would fit a more contemporary home.
What can you guess about rainfall from the slanting and flat roofs?
Slanting roofs are more likely to have rain gutters installed to help direct runoff water away from the building, whereas flat roofs may be more prone to pooling water if not designed with proper drainage. Additionally, slanting roofs may be less likely to experience leaks or seepage compared to flat roofs which can have a higher risk of water infiltration.
Is the square footage of your roof the same as the square footage of your home?
Unless you have a flat roof, no; the surface area of the roof will be larger than the ground area of the building.
Is a hip roof better than a gable roof?
Neither is "better" in terms of usefulness or structural efficiency. Hip and gable are primarily responses to design needs. A hip roof is slightly stronger than a gable.
Difference between flat roof and pitch roof?
Roofs may be functionally flat or "pitched". In building construction, roof pitch is a numerical measure of the steepness of a roof. A flat roof on the otherhand, is a roof which is almost level in contrast to the many types of sloped roofs. The slope of a roof is properly known as its pitch and flat roofs have up to approximately 10°. If you have a flat roof, there is probably a leak in it or there will be a need for a flat roof repairs in the future.
Why is a house with a thatched roof warmer in winter than one with a corrugated iron roof?
The thatch roof is thicker and a better insulator than thin corrugated iron.
Why are the roofs of factories sloping?
Sloped roofs facilitate rain removal much better than flat roofs... even an inch of water on a flat roof can add many tons of weight to the roof structure, depending on roof size. Same with snow / ice buildup in winter. A sloped roof also aids in heat removal from inside the building, as the hottest air will tend to rise... and with large industrial fans located in the highest portions of factory walls, make it easier to vent outside, reducing the number of fans needed to do the same job as a flat roof...
Is Bombadingas better than Raze the Roof?
no because raze the roof is for all ages whereas bombadingas is only for a young age group and is smaller so raze the roof is better
How do you install a sloped roof over an extisting flat roof?
You cut rafters, brace them as needed depending on the span and shingle it. I put one on a friend of mines. I cut the outside ends of the rafters at an angle so that I didn't need to change the fascia. Lay a 2x6 flat on the existing roof to run the braces down to. Your roof may not be flat but have a slope one way on it so you will have to take that into consideration for the peaked roof. He had a slightly sloped roof with tar and gravel on it and at the time I was able to put a pitched roof on for less than they wanted to re tar the flat one.
