Above all, historical barns, stacks and warehouses regularly impress with their imposing hipped roof. The choice of this roof shape pursued very practical goals. This gives the hipped roof a historical flair, but it is still used again and again today. The advantages it brings and how it is structured are clearly explained here.What is a hip roof?The typical design features of a hip roof are:Line-symmetrical, inclined main roof surfaces with a common ridgeInstead of classic gable walls, there...
A Garden shed can be used as storage space for tools but can also be used for cozy days in the rain, as long as the roof covering has been selected appropriately. Here is the decision-making aid.Roof typeA decisive factor in the selection of the roof covering is the respective type or shape of the roof. Particularly popular and common in garden sheds are:Flat roof & monopitch roofFlat roofs show little or no inclination. This is a step up from that Monopitch roofwhich is provided with a s...
Many people who see it will probably not even recognize it as such - the cross roof. Because optically it is strongly reminiscent of the most famous roof shape with the gable roof. In fact, the cross roof is visually and structurally closely related to the gable roof. We explain its peculiarities, advantages and also weaknesses in the following clearly and easily comprehensible.The cross roof - what's behind it?The creation of the cross roof is as simple as the obvious shape suggests. Should,...
Almost everyone knows the typical cut-off gable view of a half-hip roof. Usually she ducks under a protruding roof overhang to seek protection. Very few people know, however, that it is a half-hip roof. Here you can find out all the information about this traditional one Roof shape and also experience numerous advantages and disadvantages.What is hidden behind the half-hip roof?The half-hip roof is a sub-form of the hip roof. Like this one, a half-hip roof has two large roof surfaces of ident...
With the right instructions, a bitumen welding line can be laid comparatively easily on concrete. The material is very cheap, seals well and has a long service life. When attaching, however, some basic requirements must be observed. We offer the relevant knowledge through tips and instructions.Bitumen sheeting: advantages and disadvantagesThe decisive advantage of the bitumen sheeting compared to self-adhesive or cold-adhesive bitumen sheeting is the price - the material is significantly chea...
If a cold roof is to be covered, different layers are applied. This also includes the so-called counter battens, which sit between the rafters and roof battens or battens and are intended to ensure adequate ventilation. But how big must the distance be designed when attaching so that moisture can easily escape.functionThe function of the counter battens is to create a ventilation zone or a free space for the insulation. In the case of a cold roof, this is intended to ensure that moist air fro...
Balconies on the house can be used in different ways. The load-bearing capacity of the structure sets natural limits. In the following article you will find out what kind of load is possible.Static specificationsRegardless of the material or type of construction - all balconies must be able to withstand between 400-500 kilograms per square meter. This is in the DIN EN 1991-1-1: 2010-12 in conjunction with DIN EN 1991-1-1 / NA: 2010-12 (has replaced DIN 1055-3).Different materialFor the concre...
It makes sense to put on a splash guard to protect the facade and keep it looking new for a long time. When planning and implementing, however, a few points must be taken into account.depthIn addition to the width of the eaves strip, the depth of the splash guard is crucial. If the protection is made too shallow, the rainwater collects in it and only seeps into the ground very slowly. Until the water has drained away, it sometimes presses intensely against the wall of the house and thus pollu...
Putting a bitumen sheeting on the roof of a carport, gazebo or tool shed is basically very simple. The roofing felt is cut to size and fastened with suitable materials. However, for a high level of impermeability and long durability of the top layer, a few points must be taken into account. These depend, among other things, on the type of roof and the speed at which the water drains off.Types of bitumen sheetingRoofing felt is available in different designs. The variants are differentiated ac...
A foundation for garden walls must have a certain depth in order to be able to give the stones on top of it sufficient stability. Our guide shows what to look out for and how to proceed.Depth of the foundationThe foundation for garden walls must be frost-proof in order to maintain its stability even in winter. This also determines the depth of the base. Only from a depth of 80 centimeters does the ground show more than 0 ° C, even in winter. However, it is better to dig a pit of one meter. Th...
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