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Structural glossary
Purlin
A load-bearing roof member, often running along the length of the roof.
Technical context
A new dormer may interrupt a purlin. The remaining structure and new load path must then be assessed.
Where might you encounter this?
This term is relevant to, among other things, dormers. The detailed design depends on your project's information and assumptions.
Read more: Calculations for a dormer.
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