Reverse Slope Arbor Roof

Consequently i designed the pergola with a reverse slope so that away from the house the ceiling gets taller the other side of the pergola is 5 inches taller so theres a reverse slope to the roof.

Reverse slope arbor roof.

However you can only use this pitch with built up roofing or specialized synthetic roofing. An example for a steep sloped roof is 8 12. I found three different methods for attaching the cloth that if the whole roof structure of the pergola has a slope would still work. Because he is on a small lifestyle block he has a tank for water so i was thinking of having the new deck roof slope the reverse so being at the high point at the end of the deck then sloping down into the top of his existing spouting so any water collected on the new roof would land up on his existing roof and into his tank.

A gable roof is shaped like an upside down v and is sometimes referred to as a dual pitched saddle saddleback or peaked roof. The slope of a roof or pitch is determined by how many inches the roof rises over 1 foot or 12 inches. Horizontal plastic closure strips these attach to the top of the pergola to hold the roofing panels on since they should be installed every 2 feet you will need about 5 for every 8 length of paneling. I seriously cannot wait for a rain storm so we can sit under the roof and watch the rain drops dance on it.

If you are using shed roofs or gables for the roof you will need to consider the angle of the roof and ensure that the right angle is used for the pergola. The clear pergola roof still blocks some of the sun about 10 so the patio still feels cooler than the non covered area. The minimum pitch for a roof is 1 4 12 which translates to 1 4 inch rise to 12 inches of run. The gentle slope of a hip roof with its trapezoidal sides and pyramid like elegance is a graceful traditional design that pleases the eyes and can be constructed in a combination of various unique styles.

With any luck this will eliminate the possibility of having to make any adjustments to the structure once it is finished. The methods mentioned above for attaching shade cloth to the top of your pergola would still be valid for canvas materials making it suitable for heavier rain as long as there is enough slope to ensure they drain. This means that the rise of the slope goes up or down 8 inches for every 12 inches. They also come in 12 lengths if you have a bigger roof to cover.

Clear roofing panels i used the suntuf 26 x 8 panels. To put it in perspective the angle of this slope would be around 30 degrees. I thought it was a great idea when i came up with it but looking at the finished pergola from the side it looks a little goofy.