14/12 roof pitch
49.4° angle
A 14/12 roof rises 14 in for every 12 in of run: a 116.7% slope with a 1.537 area multiplier.
| Pitch | 14 in 12 (14:12) |
|---|---|
| Angle | 49.4° |
| Slope | 116.7% |
| Roof area multiplier | 1.5366 |
| Rafter length per foot of run | 18.44 in |
| Type | A very steep roof |
Roofing for a 14/12 pitch
Suitable for asphalt shingles, metal, tile and most other roofing with standard underlayment. Not walkable: roofers work from roof jacks and fall protection, which adds labor cost.
Rafter length at 14/12
| Run (half the span) | Rise | Rafter length (before overhang) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 ft | 11.67 ft | 15.37 ft |
| 12 ft | 14 ft | 18.44 ft |
| 14 ft | 16.33 ft | 21.51 ft |
| 16 ft | 18.67 ft | 24.59 ft |
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Questions
- What angle is a 14/12 roof pitch?
- 49.4 degrees.
- What is a 14/12 roof pitch as a percentage?
- 116.7%: the roof rises 14 inches for every 12 inches of run.
- What is the roof multiplier for a 14/12 pitch?
- 1.537. Multiply the roof’s flat footprint by 1.537 to get its actual surface area.
- Is a 14/12 roof walkable?
- Not walkable: roofers work from roof jacks and fall protection, which adds labor cost.