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Structural glossary
Roof frame
A framework spanning, for example, a roof.
Technical context
Roof frames may be timber, steel or other materials. Connections, supports and stability determine their behaviour.
Where might you encounter this?
This term is relevant to, among other things, additional storeys. The detailed design depends on your project's information and assumptions.
Read more: Structural calculations for an additional storey.
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