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Common rafters without collar beams form most of this roof. There is not always a ridge board or beam where the rafter tops meet. Under the midsections of the rafters are [[purlin A rafter is one of a series of sloped structural members such as steel beams that extend from the ridge or hip to the wall plate, downslope perimeter or eave, and that are designed to support the roof shingles, roof deck, roof covering and its associated loads. A pair of rafters is called a ''couple''. In home construction, rafters are normally made of wood. Exposed rafters are a feature of some traditional roof styles. Provided by Wikipedia
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    Home And High School Encyclopedia in 20 Volumes - volume XIV

    Home And High School Encyclopedia in 20 Volumes - volume XIV by Rafter

    Published 1961
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