Mud Talks 8: Roofs for Adobe Structures

In our eighth Mud Talks podcast, Adobe in Action Board President Quentin Wilson takes us through the basic design and materials of typical roofs used on adobe structures in New Mexico.

Mud Talks #8 Reference List

• Vigas

• Latillas

• Parapet

• Canales

• Shed Roof

• Gable Roof

• Tongue and Groove

• Earthbuilders' Encyclopedia

• Drawknife

• Bond Beam

• Herringbone Ceiling

• Thermal Insulation

• Metal Roof

• Tin Snips

• Roof Pitch

• Rafter

• Joist

• Purlin/Batten

• Metal Sales Pro Panel

• Roof Eaves

• Rough Cut Lumber