How To Build an Oblique Pitched Roof

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Crafting the Unique: The Oblique Pitched Roof
When it comes to roofing, not all structures are created equal. Sometimes, the traditional square or rectangular footprint just doesn’t cut it. Enter the oblique pitched roof, a solution to irregular property boundaries and a statement in architectural innovation. But how do you create one? And why would you opt for such a design? Let's delve in.
Why an Oblique Pitched Roof?
Adapting to Property Boundaries:
The most practical reason for considering an oblique pitched roof is when your property isn't squared off traditionally. By tailoring the roof to follow the shape of your property, you maximize indoor space and ensure efficient drainage.
Aesthetic Appeal:
For those looking to step away from traditional designs, an oblique roof offers an avant-garde aesthetic. It’s a surefire way to make your home or property stand out.
Optimal Sunlight:
Depending on the orientation of your property and the roof's angle, an oblique roof can be designed to optimize or minimize sunlight, benefiting from natural heating or cooling.
Steps to Create an Oblique Pitched Roof:
Assessment:
Begin by thoroughly assessing the boundary of your property. Given that it isn't square, you'll need accurate measurements to determine the angles and lengths required for your roof.
Design:
Draft a design either by hand or using architectural software. Ensure that your design accounts for efficient water runoff and integrates with the overall look and feel of your home. Consultation with an architect or roofing specialist is recommended.
Material Selection:
The unconventional shape might demand specific materials that can easily adapt to the angles and curves of your oblique-pitched roof. Reinforced, flexible underlayment, for instance, might be more suited to your design than traditional options.
Building the Framework:
Once you have your design and materials ready, it's time to build the base framework. Given the unconventional angles and slopes, special attention should be given to joint reinforcements.
Roof Sheathing:
The next step is to apply the roof sheathing. This may require tailored pieces to fit the oblique angles of your roof.
Weatherproofing:
Ensure that the entire roof surface is appropriately waterproofed. Given the unique shape, consider potential problem areas where water might gather or seep through.
Finishing:
Finally, install your chosen roofing material. Whether it’s tiles, shingles, or metal sheeting, make sure it complements the angular design.
An oblique-pitched roof isn’t just an architectural statement; it's a functional solution for properties with irregular boundaries.
By understanding the reasons behind such a choice and the steps to create one, homeowners can ensure they're making an informed decision both for the aesthetics and the longevity of their home.
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[@SkillBuilder]

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[@martinlouden9005]

With 44 years in the building industry I can honestly say that carpenters of Dan's calibre are few and far between. I don't think I have ever met one that could pull off a roof like this one!

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

Thanks Martin.

[@neilmckie2768]

I swear if Dan decided to do a degree in nuclear physics, pure mathematics, etc., etc., he'd do it with ease. Amazing comprehension of the practical applications of geometry, as evinced by his roofing square. Great bloke as well as an incredibly bright one. Well done, mate.

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

Thanks Neil. 🙏

[@ricos1497]

I assumed Dan had a nuclear physics degree, and is actually here as a Russian spy, weakening our roofs from the inside.

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

@@ricos1497 😂😉

[@NeoFreshair]

You're exaggerating mate! It's called experience and common sense! Nuclear physics and mathematics are for the few only! No offence to Dan but he'd not last a day in the nuclear physics or mathematics classroom!

[@neilmckie2768]

@@NeoFreshair Oh, wow - I didn't realise. How silly of me. Thanks for pointing out the errors in my observations. You're obviously a very bright bloke - probably got degrees in all sorts of things, except for humour.

[@joncotn]

Dan is a master craftsman without a shadow of a doubt.

[@lazylad8544]

Great to see skilled craftsmen. Good to see rodger still getting up the steps onto the scaffolding 👍👍

[@giraffecat]

As someone who needs copious amounts of filler to make a basic 45 degree skirting mitre to look right, this blew my mind. It's like watching someone produce art.

[@elliejake11]

Always a good watch when dans on the roof 👍

[@rorylobban4789]

To spend a year learning from Dan.

[@fklwiseman]

Very keen for whiteboard lessons!!

[@SkillBuilder]

It should be out in the morning so you can watch it with your Weetabix.

[@josoapification]

Roofing in good weather is satisfying work. When i did my brother’s roof in Surrey. It rained so much he had to spend an extra £ 8000 for a temporary tin top roof. The house was still being lived in during the renovation. So it had to be covered anyway before we opened up the roof. I haven’t done any roofing in about 4 years now. I do fire regulation joinery work for independent living schemes for housing associations. I have to take my coat off in winter at work. It’s like working in a sauna. All association folds have to be kept at a permanent 25 degrees. Roofing is usually the most satisfying work for any 1st and 2nd fix carpenters but it’s a young carpenters game.

[@TABRO284]

This is so interesting, Will we see the tiling going on?

[@SkillBuilder]

We will ask.

[@nickhickson8738]

Marvellous, though don't understand any of it. Just a joy listening and watching these two /three discussing, explaining and working.

[@jonathangreenwood793]

Outstanding skills. Few and far between with such understanding. Class act and deserve huge respect in the industry. Awesome job.

[@williammckee2913]

The best a man can get😊.

[@doctorlove2022]

mint job that lads .... well done

[@SpartanONegative]

Love hipped roofs❤ my house is dutch hipped all around 😊

[@stoviesscott6657]

Great work lads.

[@phill3144]

You can tell the builder is thanking his lucky stars that dan is doing the roof. He makes it look to easy

[@dominicmcc3214]

Great work Dan👍👍

[@LeeTillbury]

Clever work from Daniel again. Great job dude

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

Thanks Lee.

[@steveworkman4289]

always a class act, if you know you know😊

[@burwoodbuild]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ video! A not so good roofer would have run the ridge through and bodged the battens! 😅

[@thetallcarpenter]

Class Dan😎Threres a lot to process on that roof, and it looked super clean🤩

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

Thanks Del. It was a good one to do. 👊🏻

[@thetallcarpenter]

@@Ultimate-roofing-square. 👌

[@amazing451]

Hi Del, hope your'e keeping busy and well, are we ever going to see you again ? You tube just is'nt the same without you popping up somewhere.😎😎😎@@thetallcarpenter

[@thetallcarpenter]

@@amazing451 Hi Kevin🖐hope you are well🤞KZbin is going through a bit of an identity crisis at the moment, not sure whether it wants to be a 'long form' video platform or a #shorts one🤔and consequently, channels like mine are seeing significant declines in views and watch hours of our long form content😬Ultimately, its hard to keep on justifying the time and expense of regularly making long form videos, when KZbin is not going to recommend them😔I've got a few jobs coming up that will be easy to video, so more content coming soon🤩Cheers

[@amazing451]

@@thetallcarpenter Yeah I've noticed a lot of the channels like Skillbuilder and others I sub. to are filled with Shorts nowadays. Real shame that we don't see quality craftsman like you and Dan more often now but good luck either way you always provided me some quality viewing. 👏👏👏

[@SpartanONegative]

Nice Work 👍

[@slimjim2526]

Glad you used scaffolding on this one Dan 😜 Jay

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

Yes.. no jumping off.. 🤕

[@denty32]

Lovely Job Dan, did one of these in Clapham about 25 years ago 🤣 poxy things

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

😮25 years ago Mark.. thanks.

[@denty32]

@@Ultimate-roofing-square. unfortunately yes Dan

[@mikeadamson6696]

A tiling video would be nice to see to see the complete job

[@peterpanbigdick.]

Absolutely top job angle genuses I can see why you in demand. Another brillent informative skill builder.

[@cordoroy9515]

Dan could get a gig on the number board on Countdown!

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

Only if Rachel is on standby incase I get it wrong…

[@SkillBuilder]

No offence Dan but I would rather look at Rachel.

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

@@SkillBuilder wise choice..

[@cordoroy9515]

😂

[@haroon420]

Roger is just glad that he doesn’t need to know trigonometry for being a plumber!!! 😂

[@pgaybrooks]

"on the bonk" 😂😂

[@amazing451]

It's great to see you back Dan but you didn't half bring a real headache with that roof. At point 1.45 on the video the 29° you talked about is this plumb cut you would normally have and a 38° seat cut. Although these figures along with 90° don't add upto 180°.

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

Thanks, good to film with SB. Usually on a conventional 38 degree pitch roof, the hips will be 29 degrees. This one the hips varied.

[@RG-Factotum]

A Question: At around 7:00 minutes the lad is using his Festool plunge saw and track to cut the bevels and he lifts the saw and the track is attached. How is the saw attached to the track to enable it to lift both? I've tried increasing the pressure of the cams that are used to eliminate play and sideways movement, but that isn't very successful. Another good video from the folk at Skill Builder, they are a veritable mine of useful information.

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

It’s not a plunge saw. Think it’s a HK saw and it clips to the guide rail.

[@RG-Factotum]

@@Ultimate-roofing-square. Many thanks for taking the time to reply. My mistake, I haven't used, or even seen, the HK saws, it was a treat to myself getting the Festool plunge saw (which is excellent) and I mistook it for the HK. You guys are a real advert for what is good in the building trade, keep up the good work.

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

@@RG-Factotum more than welcome. One problem with the HK is the 55 isn’t quite big enough and the 75 is only available in 240 v. The plunge saw is a great tool. Thanks for watching.

[@roberthowe2910]

Roofs look difficult..but the key is keep everything in the same line.....

[@paulcloona9331]

Very tricky roof. Not for a inexperience chippy. Very well done Dan. Dan the two temporary rafters you put up were they even in lenght dimensions on the first two rafters to get the ridge height and get the lenght of ridge off them🧐

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

Hi Paul, I put 2 temporary full length rafters up to get the ridge sitting right, then fixed the valley jacks. I measured from the wall plate to cut the ridge to its proper length. Hope this makes sense..

[@paulcloona9331]

@Ultimate-roofing-square. I get you 👍. I looked back at the video so the two side walls are parallel and the end wall hip end is out of square.

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

@@paulcloona9331 yes.. so I measured the plate to plate and cut in 2 rafters to get the ridge in.

[@paulcloona9331]

@Ultimate-roofing-square. thanks Dan I understand you. I like the idea of a temporary hip rafter clamped up to get the angle of the difference in hips. Great work Dan love the videos.

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

@@paulcloona9331 thanks for the continued support. 🙏🏼

[@amazing451]

When are we going to see the oblique roof whiteboard talk ?

[@SkillBuilder]

Now

[@Droningonuk]

I hope your going to show the tiling

[@richardmiller3998]

Proper skill gentlemen I wish you were doing my extension ❤

[@markb1971]

Are the plumb cuts on the hips slightly different angles ?

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

The two hips are different, one is 27.5 degrees and the other is 30.5 degrees. All the jack rafters and commons are 38 degrees.

[@markb1971]

@Ultimate-roofing-square. thanks Dan. Very interesting job . 👏

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

@@markb1971 thanks for watching it. 🙌

[@GraemeFugaccia]

Nice work! With that wall make up, how would you demonstrate that the plasterboard fixed to the insulation will get 30 mins? Is there certification? Building control are starting to ask for proof rather than the old 'deemed to satisfy' rules and the plasterboard manufacturers don't provide any testing certificates for timber systems

[@stephenwhite5057]

Those timbers are massive, what happened to 4x2 ? The worlds gone crazy

[@SkillBuilder]

Anyone would think it grows on trees

[@Bystander333]

Acute and Obtuse there at the end for less than and more than 90 degrees.

[@SkillBuilder]

Good point, we can't rename it now but it is worth keeping in mind for the future

[@neilhowarth9362]

How did you find out the pitch

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

To find the pitch of the original roof I used my electronic angle finder.

[@TheToolnut]

​@@Ultimate-roofing-square.Stabila of course Dan, along with Bessey clamps and Occidental Leather tool belts. Your a man after my own heart, champagne tastes on cider wages, 👍💪🔨🇮🇪

[@Ultimate-roofing-square.]

@@TheToolnut 😂. Some of the tools may be a bit more expensive but worth it in the long run. Thanks for watching 🤝

[@TheToolnut]

@@Ultimate-roofing-square. 👍💪💪😁🔨🇮🇪

[@petersmrek7617]

So why they dont owner do 2x2m

[@sean12010aa]

That was decided by architect for planning permission purposes

[@petersmrek7617]

@@SkillBuilder they have 2 meters no? I mean why 3meters don’t change to 2meters 🤔 or am I not getting it right

[@ballisticsmeg]

Lost me within a minute. 😅

[@ValyArdeleanu]

Agree with the roof, but not with Harry

[@SkillBuilder]

Harry makes the roof video possible

[@ziggarillo]

Misuse "oblique: why don't you!

[@SkillBuilder]

It is a common term and I don't think it is a misuse. Please explain.

[@scottnever8732]

dont all bricklayers know this? all city and guild bricklayers are trained in this and putting up scaffold. thats why nvq is shit

[@keithwiddows2391]

Definitely easy work for a bricklayer as they can’t seem to make anything square or straight 😂😂

[@scottnever8732]

@@keithwiddows2391 😂 fair comment

[@SteveAndAlexBuild]

Nice one Chaps. Making it look so easy as ever 👏🏽👏🏽🤜🏽🤛🏽🧱👍🏽