Roof intersections
Use the line that actually crosses the rafter as its endpoint, including angled roof boundaries.
Roof framing software
Your roof framing plan.Every rafter accounted for.
Turn your roof geometry into a coordinated framing plan, grouped rafter cuts and an editable DXF. All from the same model.
Browser-based workspace Editable CAD output
ROOF GEOMETRY
01
Lay out the roofRidges, boundaries and intersections
02
Organize the cutsMatching rafters, grouped quantities
03
Take it into CADOne editable DXF package
Inside StructaCAD
See the roof.
Build the framing.
Watch the actual workflow: define the roof, place rafters and review the exported drawing in CAD.
Read the demo walkthrough
The recording starts with the roof boundaries, then shows roof planes and ridge lines in plan and 3D. Rafters are placed within the roof geometry. The final views show the framing plan and grouped rafter cut list opened in CAD.
The deliverables
One roof model.
A connected drawing set.
Keep the layout, individual rafter geometry and quantities together from the first line to the DXF export.
DRAWING 01 / PLANThe whole roof,
The whole roof,
clearly laid out.
See where rafters sit, how they meet the ridge and where roof intersections set their limits.
- Rafter arrangement in plan view
- Geometry from your roof model
- Editable DXF for CAD review and printing
DRAWING 02 / CUTSEach distinct cut.
Each distinct cut.
Its required quantity.
Matching rafter cuts are grouped so repeated pieces share a detail and a quantity.
- Distinct cuts grouped by geometry
- Bearing-seat and ridge-width conditions
- Cut details and plan in the same DXF
From layout to cut list
The details that
shape every rafter.
A rafter cut list identifies the distinct pieces and how many of each are needed. StructaCAD derives those groups from the framing geometry you define.
Build your framing modelBearing seats & ridge widths
Carry these geometric conditions into the cut detail so the drawing reflects the rafter you modeled.
Repeated cuts & quantities
Group identical rafter geometry into distinct cuts with the required count, ready to review together.
How to create a roof framing plan
From the first roof line
to your CAD drawing.
Follow one connected workflow for the plan and the cut list.
- 01
Define the roof
Establish the boundaries, ridge lines and intersections that control the roof shape.
- 02
Place the rafters
Lay out the rafters and use intersecting lines to define their start and end limits.
- 03
Review the geometry
Check the framing arrangement, bearing seats, ridge conditions and grouped cuts.
- 04
Export your DXF
Download the framing plan, distinct cut details and quantities. Open the file in CAD to edit or print.
Planning a simple roof? Start with the free roof rafter calculator for a quick geometry check.
Built for the people behind the roof
A clearer plan.
A shared starting point.
A roof framing plan is a top view of the roof’s structural layout. It helps communicate rafter positions, ridge lines and the relationships between roof members.
Engineers & designers
Coordinate roof geometry and take editable drawings into your project review.
Builders, framers & contractors
Review the layout, repeated pieces and cut quantities before preparing the work.
Homeowners & owner-builders
Develop a roof concept to discuss with your builder or structural engineer.
Start with a quick check
Free roof calculators.
Need an individual measurement first? Use a calculator, then move into the workspace for the complete layout.
What does a roof framing plan show?
A roof framing plan shows the arrangement of roof members from above, including rafter positions, ridge lines and roof intersections. StructaCAD uses your modeled geometry to prepare this layout and its associated rafter cut details.
What is included in the DXF export?
The export includes the roof framing plan, distinct rafter cut details and required quantities. Cut geometry accounts for the bearing-seat and ridge-width conditions defined in the model.
Can I use angled lines as rafter limits?
Yes. The limit does not have to be perpendicular to the rafter. StructaCAD uses the actual intersection between the rafter and the selected roof-intersection line to determine the endpoint.
Does the software group identical rafter cuts?
Yes. Matching rafter cuts are grouped by geometry, with the quantity required for each distinct cut.
Can I edit and print the plan in AutoCAD?
Yes. Open the exported DXF in AutoCAD or another compatible CAD application to review, edit, dimension and print the drawing. The export is an editable DXF file.
How is this different from a rafter calculator?
A rafter calculator checks a particular roof geometry from a set of dimensions. The roof framing workspace lets you lay out multiple rafters against roof boundaries and intersections, then produce a coordinated plan and grouped cut list.
Is the roof framing workspace free?
The roof calculators are free to use for geometry checks. Workspace access and DXF export depend on your account and plan. See current StructaCAD plans for the available features and download allowances.
Does this replace structural design or engineering review?
No. This workflow covers geometry, framing layout and documentation. Structural sizing, loads, connections, permits and code compliance must be checked for the specific project by the appropriate qualified professional.
Your next roof starts here
Model the roof.
Bring the details together.
One workspace for your framing plan and rafter cut list.