Craftsman Truss

The Craftsman Truss

The Craftsman Timber Truss combines beautiful features from both the Hammer Beam and the King Post Truss. Decorative metal strapping adds the special touch of the blacksmith’s craftsmanship to this truss design. This timber truss works well in a variety of spans and roof pitches and is one of the most popular designs. It raises the beam and thus leaves an open space much like an upside down ship hull.

A roof can steal the show, too. Featuring deep overhangs with exposed rafters, Craftsman style roof pitches borrow from several periods of history, comprising one of our more ornate timber truss systems. Craftsman style homes became popular in the early 1900s. As the Industrial Revolution hit a high gear, traditionalists began to a call for a revival of handmade and artisanal homes. While modern machining had surpassed traditional building in terms of speed and efficiency, many builders realized these homes had lost that personal touch. A home should feel warm and inviting, not shapeless and devoid of character that can only be earned by the sweat of your brow. America had lost touch with its roots. Craftsman timber truss systems harken back to simpler time, while harnessing the technological advantages of computer-aided machining. Precisely built to meet stringent load calculations, craftsman timber truss systems are the best of the both the old and new worlds. Our craftsman timber truss combines prominent elements from the Hammer Beam and King Post Truss systems to provide that cathedral look to each home or commercial property. Decorative metal strapping accentuates that rustic feel without compromising on strength and integrity. The overarching canopy featuring raised beams and intricate styling creates the illusion of gazing upward into a ship’s hull. Craftsman truss systems embody pride and meticulous detail in supporting one of our more stellar designs. Craftsman style truss systems can accommodate a variety of pitches and complement almost any style of building.

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