How to Use Instant Roof Pro
Using Instant Roof Pro is very easy and intuitive. All you need to do is select a face and choose Extensions > Instant Roof > Make Roof. You can also access the plugin from the Instant Roof Nui toolbar. Depending on the edges you select, the plugin will automatically generate a hip, gable, shed, or dutch-gable roof. You can also create more advanced roof forms by selecting multiple edges or faces.
Once you have created a roof, you can customize it by changing the parameters in the dialog box. You can adjust the slope, overhang, fascia, rafter, ridge, and valley settings. You can also choose from different roof styles that are preset combinations of parameters. Some of the roof styles included are California Ranch, Craftsman, French Country, Tudor, and Victorian. You can also create and save your own roof styles for future use.
Another feature of Instant Roof Pro is that it can create roof details such as mission tile, shingles, standing seam, and sheet metal. These details add realism and texture to your roof models. You can also edit the details by changing the size, color, and orientation of the tiles or panels.
Instant Roof Pro also allows you to create full roof framing members or eaves only. You can specify the size and spacing of the rafters, purlins, collar ties, and ridge beams. You can also choose from different framing styles such as common rafter, truss rafter, scissor truss, and vaulted ceiling.
Why Choose Instant Roof Pro
Instant Roof Pro is a must-have plugin for anyone who works with roofs in SketchUp. It offers many benefits such as:
It saves you time and effort by automating the roof creation process.
It gives you flexibility and control by allowing you to modify the roof parameters and styles.
It enhances your creativity and productivity by enabling you to create complex and custom roofs easily.
It improves your presentation and visualization by adding realistic and detailed roof elements.
It works with both Mac and PC versions of SketchUp.
How to Get Instant Roof Pro
You can get Instant Roof Pro from Vali Architects' website. The plugin costs US$39 for a yearly subscription fee. You can also try the free version of Instant Roof, which has limited features but still allows you to create basic roofs. To install the plugin, simply download the RBZ file and use the SketchUp Extension Manager to load it.
Conclusion
Instant Roof Pro is a SketchUp plugin that lets you create roofs easily and quickly. It offers various types of roofs with different styles, details, and framing options. It is easy to use, learn, and customize. It is a great tool for architects, designers, builders, and hobbyists who work with roofs in SketchUp. If you want to take your roof modeling to the next level, you should give Instant Roof Pro a try.
a104e7fe7e