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Marking and Cutting the Rafter Ridge

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How To Frame A Roof Over A Deck

What happens here

The presenter demonstrates how to mark the ridge cut on a 2x8 rafter for a 4-pitch roof. Using a Milwaukee speed square, he aligns the '4' mark on the common rafter scale with the edge of the lumber, then draws a line. This line represents the correct angle for the ridge cut. He then uses a circular saw to precisely cut along this marked line.

Tools and materials

  • 2x8 Rafter Lumber