23/12 roof pitch
62.45° angle
A 23/12 roof rises 23 in for every 12 in of run: a 191.7% slope with a 2.162 area multiplier.
| Pitch | 23 in 12 (23:12) |
|---|---|
| Angle | 62.45° |
| Slope | 191.7% |
| Roof area multiplier | 2.1619 |
| Rafter length per foot of run | 25.94 in |
| Type | A very steep roof |
Roofing for a 23/12 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 23/12
| Run (half the span) | Rise | Rafter length (before overhang) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 ft | 19.17 ft | 21.62 ft |
| 12 ft | 23 ft | 25.94 ft |
| 14 ft | 26.83 ft | 30.27 ft |
| 16 ft | 30.67 ft | 34.59 ft |
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Questions
- What angle is a 23/12 roof pitch?
- 62.45 degrees.
- What is a 23/12 roof pitch as a percentage?
- 191.7%: the roof rises 23 inches for every 12 inches of run.
- What is the roof multiplier for a 23/12 pitch?
- 2.162. Multiply the roof’s flat footprint by 2.162 to get its actual surface area.
- Is a 23/12 roof walkable?
- Not walkable: roofers work from roof jacks and fall protection, which adds labor cost.