To continue hammering horizontal battens (mbariro) to the rafters (nungo) as they extend beyond their final support from the building structure we used a 3m high temporary support: to first gauge the correct length for the gum pole rafters to be cut to (angle grinder plus circular saw blade), and then to support the bottom … Continue reading
Post and beam construction – mbariro or battens for thatching – 5 and 6 Jan 21
Mbariro = horizontal poles across the rafters = battens (= lath in US) Top battens
Post and beam – supporting steep overhanging rafters
We add a brace to the overhanging cantilevered rafters.
Post and Beam construction – gum pole rafters going over the ridge pole – 4 January 21
Gum pole rafters (nungo) joined at the top in opposing pairs with rebar
Post and beam construction – the ridge pole is on – 4 January 21
We reach the top at 7.5m up!