Have you always wanted a pocket-sized book illustrating all the roof
framing formulas that you use on a daily basis? Well, wait no longer
– Handy formulas for Stick Framing Roofs is exactly that.
Will Holladay pulled the most commonly used figures from his classic
roof framing manual A Roof Cutter’s Secrets and placed
them in a mini-book about the size of your smart phone (4 inch x 6 inch). Absolutely
perfect for the job-site. Now you can leave the 350 page version of A
Roof Cutter’s Secrets at home or in your pickup. The figures
are laid out horizontally over two pages so they can be read easily.
Each figure is an exact duplicate from what is found in A Roof
Cutter’s Secrets. Therefore, in addition to the graphic and
caption it contains the “method” and “example” segments if a
math solution is required. If relevant, the methodology for applying
the Construction Master® Pro calculator can be found on an adjoining
page. Stick Framing Roofs also includes the eight mainstay
charts found in A Roof Cutter’s Secrets including: RR and
LL ratios; Hip/Valley backing angles; Side- and Bevel-Cuts on the
Hip/Valley rafter tail with square-hung fascia; and, Regular
California Valley sleeper head/tail cuts. Everything you need for
standard roof framing situations. Slip Stick Framing Roofs
in your pocket and together with your calculator or smart phone and
you are good to go.
PLEASE NOTE: This book is for
experienced rough carpenters only – specifically those who are
familiar with and possess a copy of A Roof Cutter’s Secrets
since in this mini-book there are no textual explanations other than
the figure caption and method blurb.
Reader's comments
Will, I absolutely love the book. Just placed an order so all our journeyman carpenters will have a copy.
SF
Hi Will. I just picked up a copy of "Handy Formulas..." and am
enjoying flipping through it. What a great idea to make a pocket
reference for carpenters,
TC
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