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The Nogs and Decorative Rafter Ends.
The nogs:
The rows of solid nogs or blockings are placed and nailed between the rafters. See the plans for dimensions
The decorative ends:
The decorative ends are a continuation of the rafters and the rows of solid nogs/blockings. They are secured in place with 2 90mm (3 1/2″) galvanized nails skewed, toe nailed through the lower part of the decorative ends and with nail plates fixed on the top edge. (see drawing)
The rows of solid blocking/nogs are placed and nailed between the rafters and the decorative ends are fixed in place.
A well thought out plan, using simpler methods of construction. The goals of great strength and cost make this attractive.
What a very simple method used. Can be easily replicated.