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gable roof

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gable roof [′gā·bəl ‚rüf]
(architecture)
A sloping peaked roof that forms a gable at each end.


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Gable roofs should have a 4:12 slope and a continuous open ridge, overshot ridge, or raised ridge cap to promote natural ventilation throughout the stall.
The old hangar, built in 1924-25, was deemed historically significant for its then innovative use of engineering technology that used large steel beam trusses to support a low-pitched gable roof.
GameTime is pleased to introduce its traditionally styled Peaked and Gable Roofs.
 
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