Gable Roof Rake Detail

Gable trim details for standing seam gable option 1 using cleat panel goes down first then the z channel and then the cleat and finally the gable trim.

Gable roof rake detail.

The three primary variables to consider when designing the eaves for a gable roof are the width of the gable trim the projection of the eaves and the details at the corner of the gable ends. This first installment of a two part series focuses on eaves that do not return onto the gable. Also known as rake trim. Gable rake flashing is a professional trim product that covers the exposed ends of metal roofing panels resulting in a neater appearance.

It is a term that describes the sloped sides of a gable end. Without gable rake flashing protection wind driven rain can begin to rot the fascia and roof deck. The overhanging rake then is closed in with soffit and fascia or left open. 2 350 x 3 4 with hem features safety edge 015 material thickness.

Terms are used to break down the various areas of a roof and a rake is one of many roof sections. Framing a dropped gable wall one of the keys to framing the rake with my system is building a dropped gable end wall the top of which is 3 1 2 inches below the tops of the rafters. After the gable is framed lookouts extend from the first rafter inside the gable wall out over the plates to support the overhanging barge rafter. Galvanized steel is a trusted low maintenance product that is known for durability.

The rake is not exactly on the roof. The rake can be flat with no overhang or it can overhang the gable end like an eave.