Rake Board

The trim board installed along the sloped edge (rake) of a gable roof, providing a finished appearance and weather protection for the roof edge.

In Detail

Rake boards cap the exposed edges of roof sheathing and purlins on gable ends. They're typically 1×6 or 1×8 and should be installed with the outboard edge even with the fascia. PVC or cedar are preferred for durability.

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