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English Gambrel The construction of Gambrel roofs is believed to have started in the 1850's. The trademark double pitched roof barn was often built with multiple bay layers and had a wagon door on the long side of the barn. The gambrel barns unique roof style was borrowed from early colonial houses and first became popular in America in lower New York state. These barns were constructed of sawn planks instead of hewn timbers. Additionally, this barn style permitted the use of truss rafters that allowed the use of labor saving hay trolleys. The pleasant appearance of the Gambrel Barn, painted red with white trim, has come to symbolize the classic American Barn. Click here to learn more about the history of barns in Wisconsin .
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For more information about barn styles contact: Mr. Shearrow at shearrtj@uwec.edu |
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