Samui Phangan Real Estate Magazine February-March

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The last two issues we have shown you how to build
the basis of your sala. This issue we complete the sala.
The sala roof can be done in several ways, but here is
a technique that requires a small amount of materials
and that will make the sala durable. The first step of
the process is to install the top plates over the 4×4
wooden posts.
Use 4×4 beams and install them in a professional
manner. Consider asking a friend to hold the beams
into place, while you drive in the screws.
HOW TO BUILD SALA TOP PLATE
In this image, you should notice the proper technique
to join the top plates. Therefore, you have to cut their
ends in an L-shape and join them together on top of
the posts. After you join the top plates, you have to drill
pilot holes and drive in several 6” screws.
HOW TO BUILD SALA ROOF
Afterwards, install 2×4 rafters, to build the main frame
of the roof. The procedure is straightforward, if you use
the right techniques and tools. First, cut a 6×6 king
post (4” high) and secure it into place by installing two
opposite rafters, with 4” screws (toenail the rafters to
the king post).
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BUILD YOUR OWN SALA
THE LAST INSTALMENT
Next, install the rest of the 2×4 intermediate rafters, as
in the image. Work with great care and make sure the
intermediate rafters are placed symmetrically. Secure
them to the top plates and to the king post with several
4” screws, as in the image.
The roofing of your sala can be done in several ways:
on one hand you can install 2×4 wooden boards,
while on the other hand you can use large sheets of
plywood and roofing paper. Irrespective of your choice,
we recommend you to secure the wooden boards or
the plywood sheets with appropriate screws, every 10”
along the rafters.
HOW TO BUILD A SALA ROOF PLANS
After you have installed the wooden boards or the
plywood sheets, you have to cover the surface with