Queen post truss

An alternative truss construction used two queen posts. These vertical posts, positioned along the base of the truss, are supported by the sloping sides of the truss, rather than reaching its apex. A development adds a collar beam above the queen posts, which are then termed queen struts. A section of the tie beam between the queen posts may be removed to create a hammer-beam roof.

A queen post truss is similar to a king post truss, but the structure is usually exposed and has two rafters that attach to a tie beam and a restraining beam through two vertical queen posts. This type of truss has benefits over a king post truss, as it can span wider widths and it is frequently used in residential homes, public buildings and bridges.

One of the reasons that a queen post truss is more popular thanking post support is that it provides more structural stability. It can also provide more space and make it easier to add a room at a later date.