16/12 roof pitch
53.13° angle
A 16/12 roof rises 16 in for every 12 in of run: a 133.3% slope with a 1.667 area multiplier.
| Pitch | 16 in 12 (16:12) |
|---|---|
| Angle | 53.13° |
| Slope | 133.3% |
| Roof area multiplier | 1.6667 |
| Rafter length per foot of run | 20 in |
| Type | A very steep roof |
Roofing for a 16/12 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 16/12
| Run (half the span) | Rise | Rafter length (before overhang) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 ft | 13.33 ft | 16.67 ft |
| 12 ft | 16 ft | 20 ft |
| 14 ft | 18.67 ft | 23.33 ft |
| 16 ft | 21.33 ft | 26.67 ft |
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Questions
- What angle is a 16/12 roof pitch?
- 53.13 degrees.
- What is a 16/12 roof pitch as a percentage?
- 133.3%: the roof rises 16 inches for every 12 inches of run.
- What is the roof multiplier for a 16/12 pitch?
- 1.667. Multiply the roof’s flat footprint by 1.667 to get its actual surface area.
- Is a 16/12 roof walkable?
- Not walkable: roofers work from roof jacks and fall protection, which adds labor cost.