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WorksheetsRoofing - Eaves Detail
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 10mins
What type of roof is this?
Hipped
Gable
Saltbox
Cross Hipped
What type of roof is this?
Hipped
Gable
Saltbox
Cross Hipped
What are the typical dimensions for a rafter?
100 x 50
150 x 50
200 x 50
250 x 50
A birds mouth is cutting into the rafter to let it rest on the wallplate
True
False
Why is a wallplate used in roofing?
To allow something to nail the rafter to
To spread the weight of the roof along the wall
All the above
Why is Felt/Breather Membrane put on a roof?
To stop moisture from entering
To allow the roof/house to breathe
It makes it easier to put insulation between the rafters
All of the above
Name the part labelled A
Fascia
Soffit
Cavity Closer
Eaves run
Name the part labelled A
Fascia
Soffit
Cavity Closer
Eaves run
What is the name given of the timbers shown?
Rafter
Joists
Battens
Planks
What is the name of this feature of a roof?
Hip
Valley
Concave
Apex
Why is lead used in roofing? Give another example of where you might find lead on a roof?
What is the name of the piece nailed to the bottom of the rafter and the wallplate in this picture?
Joist
Batten
Eaves Board
Ridge Board
What is the name of the part at the top of a roof that the rafters are nailed to?
Joist
Batten
Eaves Board
Ridge Board
Vents are put in the fascia board to remove moisture from the timbers, prevent condensation & allow the roof to breathe
True
False
How much insulation is put into an attic?
50mm
100mm
200mm
300mm
