Shed roofs of one-story houses: the advantages of original solutions. House with a shed roof Two-story timber house with a shed roof

Realized projects of houses with single-pitched roofs or roofs with several slopes at different levels are becoming popular. Modern technologies open the most daring and original solutions to designers and architects.

Advantages of houses with shed roofs

A flat roof for private houses looks unusual for us so far. More often we see them in foreign films with actions taking place in the southern countries of the New World. Or in the south of Europe, for example, in the Balkans, where flat red tiled roofs are popular. For us, the reason for the low popularity lies in a more severe climate. Thick snow cover requires a solid roof and conditions for sliding snow crust, which has not reached a large mass.

For these reasons, the shed roof is not used as often as the traditional gable or four-slope roof.

However, the benefits of using shed roofs are undeniable, and therefore the number of customers is gradually increasing. The list of advantages of this solution is convincing:

The disadvantages of a shed roof are obvious only with unsuccessful design, construction and relate to the appearance, the danger of overload from snow cover and the need for high-quality waterproofing.

Options for design solutions for houses with a pitched roof

Currently, design and construction companies offer different options for using single-pitched roofs or roofs with several slopes located at different levels and in different planes. It is safe to say that in this variety it is always possible to find a solution that will suit the most demanding customer.

When designing houses of this type, some technical and regulatory aspects should be analyzed. Unlike houses with a gable roof, the wind resistance of a single-slope version is higher. However, if the designers propose a continuation of the roof in the form of a canopy over the veranda or over the parking lot, then such a decision requires careful calculations. The additional open roof area dramatically increases windage and can cause damage. Therefore, it is important to provide additional fasteners in the form of reinforced racks or additional beams.

Project of a house with a pitched roof

Houses with a single shed roof are usually medium in size and small in area. When designing them, attention should be paid to the rational use of usable space. Due to the uneven height of the ceilings, the highest rooms should be reserved for common rooms and living rooms. Under the bedrooms and auxiliary rooms, rooms with lower ceilings can be allocated.

For example, let's take a project of a country house, originally inscribed in the surrounding landscape. Such a house is a harmonious and practical solution. A single wooden roof over the entire interior space of the dwelling gives it a natural, natural look.

Large roof overhangs do not pose a risk of collapse, as the surrounding trees reliably protect the house from the wind

Practicality when using different heights of rooms is brought here almost to the ideal. Staircase, terrace and large windows on the side of the slope provide additional visibility, and also leave space for the hallway and utility rooms under the top of the roof. The reliability of the roof fastening is given by additional jet supports. Warmth, comfort and a dream come true emanates from such a house.

Shed roof project

The design of this log house in nature is unpretentious, but very harmonious. An ideal place for family holidays, fishing and hunting. And not only in the summer, since a house made of timber can be quickly heated in winter, turning it into a warm, cozy place for spending leisure time. The shed roof provides the possibility of arranging additional camping beds. A terrace and a summer playground can become a comfortable place for relatives and friends without any special expenses. A canopy or tent will quickly turn it into a comfortable camp for the night.

The shed roof successfully crowns an elegant house on the shore of a reservoir, which can be used for living when going fishing or hunting

Houses from ordinary logs are traditionally built with a gable roof. However, now there are cases when the variant of a pitched roof is also used.

Photo gallery: options for log cabins with a shed roof

A log house with two shed roofs is quite suitable for year-round living A log house with a shed roof is ideal for baths

Projects of houses with a shed roof and a garage

A shed roof with its inherent lack of incompleteness is radically transformed in a solution with several slopes at different levels. Separate blocks of the house, garage or terrace perfectly balance the appearance, giving it a complete and harmonious look. At the same time, all the practical advantages of a shed roof are retained.

1. In such a composition, the room under the garage fits well. This is especially true when there is a separate passage from the house to it. For dynamic people who value every minute, this advantage is undeniable.

   
   The auxiliary roof of the garage with an oppositely oriented slope successfully compensates for the height of the main house

2. Similar associations are evoked by a plot with a house and a full complex of buildings from shed roofs. The uniform style of all buildings creates a harmonious ensemble.

   
   If all the buildings on the site have the same roofs, it looks stylish and rather peculiar.

3. An interesting and original project is a two-story spacious house with a built-in garage. A flat roof, a large area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe house on a small plot of land solves the issue of using usable space with maximum efficiency.

   
   A large shed roof with a minimum angle of inclination allows you to make the most efficient use of the space on the second floor

4. The original result when designing houses based on shed roofs is achieved if the dwelling is divided into separate blocks. Each such block can have its own shed roof, but their direction can be very different. Architects develop original versions of such structures, each of which carries its own individuality. For the northern regions, the slope of the roof should provide a guaranteed melting of the snow cover without the accumulation of a large mass on the surface.

   
   The originality of such a project is achieved due to the multidirectional planes of shed roofs.

Country house with pitched roof

It is convenient to build a country house with a shed roof on an inclined plot. At the same time, the natural slope can be practically used to reduce costs by fitting part of the living space into the existing terrain. Such a "dugout" for utility rooms is practically useful: cool in summer, warm in winter. A large terrace with glass walls offers a good view of the open part of the landscape.

In the part of the house, located on the slope, utility rooms are successfully located, in which a comfortable climate is always created.

Sloped roofs on non-residential buildings and structures

The sloping roof is gradually becoming commonplace for buildings of various purposes, from summer country houses for seasonal living to all sorts of outbuildings. This roof design is well suited for the installation and maintenance of solar cells. The high cost of energy and its scarcity makes any alternative energy supply solutions a priority. This is one of the reasons why many people cannot afford living in green areas due to the high cost of heating.

Greenhouse project with polycarbonate shed roof

A sloping shed roof for a greenhouse is a good solution for minimizing the cash costs for its construction. Since such structures are often made on their own, it is recommended that they be properly designed in terms of strength and economy. Excessive requirements for strength can lead to an unjustified increase in the cost of the object. At the same time, insufficient strength can cause destruction from the wind or from the load of the snow cover.

With the correct calculation of the height and slope of the roof of the greenhouse, snow can be easily removed from it

Shed projects with a shed roof (3x6, 4x6)

The most common use of shed roofs in the construction of various outbuildings, sheds, poultry houses. When using a log for the construction of a barn, the construction of a powerful foundation is not required, given the low weight of the tree. Relevant is the issue of ensuring tightness in order to exclude the penetration of rodents. To do this, the joints of the walls and the roof must be connected with minimal gaps, and deepened masonry made of special bricks can be used as a foundation.

Sheds made of blocks with a shed roof are equipped with strong beams to prevent wind damage. Fastening to such beams allows you to evenly distribute the load on the walls.

For outbuildings, the use of pitched roofs is the most common option.

Design features of shed roofs

The design of houses with a shed roof has a number of technical and architectural features. If you take them into account correctly, the result will be of high quality. It is also important to follow all the necessary rules for the operation of the roof. Here are some of these features and rules:

1. It is necessary to carefully design the exterior of the house. Here, for sure, you will need the participation of an experienced designer, architect. A flat roof eliminates many of the finishes that are acceptable for a gable roof.
2. When designing a roof, high-quality waterproofing is required, since a flat roof is much more vulnerable and prone to leaks. For example, the need to periodically clean the roof of snow mechanically can easily damage the outer protective layer of the roof, and therefore durable materials should be used.
3. During the construction of the roof, the participation of professional roofers is also necessary in order to exclude defects or deviations from building codes.
4. It is necessary to regularly monitor the condition of the roof, since the timely elimination of defects will significantly reduce the cost of maintaining the house.

When designing shed roofs, the initial data for calculations are the following information:

1. Technical assignment for design. It can be a traditional regulatory document or a design project, a sketch, a drawing.
2. Data on the maximum load from snow cover.
3. Planned angle of the roof.
4. load-bearing wall material.
5. Limit loads on walls.
6. Data on the predominant wind direction.
7. Room layout.
8. Foundation construction.
9. The total budget of the facility.

The most important point in the design of a shed roof is the choice of the rafter system. The type of roof trusses and the number of spacer elements is determined by the distance between the walls of the house.

The design of the truss system is determined by the span of the building

Any roofing material can be used as a shed roof covering. Appropriate changes are made to the roof structure depending on the planned coverage. This applies to the scheme of the crate, the dimensions and strength of the materials used.

Video: designing a roof slope

Shed roofs, roofs with several slopes at different levels, sheds open up many rational options when designing a home. Modern durable materials allow you to implement the most original design solutions. These and other factors make it possible to increase the number of developers who have chosen shed roofs.

In European open spaces (especially in Germany), houses with a shed roof are quite popular, while in our country this option is considered more acceptable for outbuildings. The system with a slight slope is characterized by structural simplicity.

Advantages and disadvantages

The fashion for flat roofs appeared in the middle of the last century and became an expression of the desire for simplicity and functionality. The lack of pretentiousness, elegance and style is one of the advantages. Other positive features are also characteristic:

• Saving wood in the construction of the truss system, as well as roofing material.
• Ease of installation - this procedure does not require specific calculations, additional supporting nodes (as for the multi-slope version).
• Small windage. Ideal for regions with strong winds.
• Simplicity of arrangement of drains.
• Ease of maintenance and repair work.
• The possibility of creating a full-fledged two-story house. Equipped attic will have high walls and large windows.

The roof with one slope provides ample scope for design solutions. If it is completely flat, an observation deck, a gazebo, a summer garden, a place for sunbathing will be equipped on it. A very productive idea is the installation of solar panels and collectors for heating water. On the front side of the building on the slope, it is appropriate to install a large window: it not only serves as a source of daylight, but also visually makes the room more spacious.

• problems with the maintenance of the low attic (if it is provided by the developers);
• the need for regular cleaning of the roof from snow and ice in winter and spring, constant monitoring of structural elements and timely elimination of defects;
• high requirements for hydro- and thermal insulation equipment;
• not very presentable.

If there is a desire to make the cottage more attractive, you need to add decorative architectural elements to the project, pay attention to the color scheme of the exterior. For the same purpose, as well as for the manufacture of an absolutely hermetic system, you should buy high-quality materials and entrust installation work to specialists.

Private house options

Shed roofs are used not only for a small cottage, but also for high-tech buildings, large cottages, and multi-storey buildings.

Since the snow load will be greater than with several slopes, it is important to accurately calculate the angle of inclination and the cross section of the supporting elements - otherwise the structure will simply collapse under a multi-ton mass of snow. This is especially true of a large house designed for the northern region.

When choosing a project, they pay attention that all buildings with a shed roof are divided into two large groups:

• with an attic - on the top floor there is a straight ceiling, due to the air gap in the attic space, thermal insulation improves, only care is problematic;
• without an attic - the roof plays the role of an overlap, due to which the ceiling of the upper floor turns out to be sloping.

Descriptions of popular building options:

1. One-story.

• The features of the dacha are as follows: modest size and rectangular shape, light truss system, small windows. These criteria are met by Finnish houses with an area of ​​no more than 30 m2. The buildings are simple in design, but at the same time reliable and practical. They are usually built using frame-panel technology. The main components are prefabricated at the factory from sandwich panels and customized to size. A shed roof is designed by determining the difference in height between opposite walls. On the garden plot, assembly is carried out in a couple of days. The same amount will be needed for the installation of the roof.
• One-storey house in the middle price range. If you invest in the project the same funds as in the construction of a standard residential cottage (up to 100 m2), you can create an original design with a multi-level shed roof. The truss system remains just as simple and affordable in terms of construction, the attic is also missing. In the gap between the levels, window frames are inserted, receiving an additional source of light.

2. Two-story.

The project is chosen depending on the number of residents, budget, style of construction. It can be a minimalist wooden cottage with an attic. The upper floor has a different level of heights - where it is reduced to a minimum, a pantry is equipped. The second option is to place the bedrooms on the second tier and install the beds with headboards in the direction of lowering the ceiling.

A house with a shed roof, consisting of two floors, is built from aerated concrete blocks, making floors from reinforced concrete slabs, and the foundation from powerful monolithic reinforced concrete. To diversify the finish, combine the finish of bricks and tiles with wood imitation. On the ground floor there is a dining room, kitchen, hall, toilet, garage. Bedrooms are arranged in the upper part, a balcony is attached to the side.

3. High-tech cottage.

The foundation is a solid reinforced concrete slab, the walls are constructed of aerated concrete. A flat or shed roof can be made of concrete, protected with a waterproofing film, and then laid with mineral wool insulation. From above it is covered with rolled material.

The house with an area of ​​about 100 m2, built in high-tech style, consists of a bedroom, a kitchen-dining room and a living room combined with it. From the latter there is access to the summer veranda: these rooms are separated by a sliding glass door that expands the space. There is a place for a fireplace and a garage.

High-tech houses are characterized by the use of glass and metal as decoration. The design is carried out taking into account these features: large windows, metal drains, steel shutters, glazed doors, transparent partitions. Even a roof can be made of glass.

In addition to glass and metal decor, elements made of wood and textured plaster are used. Next to the modern building, a recreation area paved with tiles and a swimming pool organically look.

Today, single-pitched roof houses are very popular. And although at first glance it may seem that a pitched roof looks normal. But if you show imagination at the stage of drafting the project, then the house can learn to be original and interesting. In addition, it will not be difficult to build it, so that all the work can be done by hand.

Device

Most often, inclined stopes are used for frame-type houses. The shed roof device for such a building consists in mounting walls of various heights. Thus, the rafters will be supported and fastened with their lower ends to the floor beams.

The high wall will become a support for the truss systems at the top point. You can also take care of the installation of auxiliary slopes or racks. Thanks to them, the design will become more reliable and rigid. You can use this technology of a shed roof not only in the construction of wooden frame houses, but also buildings made of brick and foam blocks.

When erecting wooden frame-type buildings, special attention is paid to the arrangement of a ventilated system. The roof of the house can be ventilated or not ventilated.

The first option involves the presence of a small space between the roof and ceilings. Thus, moisture leaves the insulation, which prolongs the life of the material. But non-ventilated roofing is performed with a slight angle of inclination and carefully high-quality waterproofing.

On the video - a project of a frame house with a pitched roof:

It is also worth paying attention to the choice of roofing material. In this case, the selected angle of inclination must be taken into account. Today, soft tiles remain very popular for arranging a pitched roof. With its help, mono create a slope of up to 10 degrees. It is advisable to use corrugated board with a slope of 20 degrees. If the angle of inclination is more than 20 degrees, then slate or ondulin will be a suitable material.

Installation of a roof in a frame house begins with the installation of a mauerlat and a floor block. Next comes the installation of the truss system. All its parts are made of dry boards, the thickness of which is 5 cm. Before installing them, it is necessary to process them with special fire and bioprotection. Rafters that lie at the end of the walls and do not rest on its side should be fixed with screws with plugs.

You can get a more secure fastening if you use a strapping belt for this. All stops are rigidly fixed to the lower and upper parts of the roof. In the walls, prepare nests that are necessary for the installation of floor beams. Their installation is carried out on a layer of waterproofing.

The lower part of the rafter legs is fixed on the floor beams. You can get a strong and reliable fixation by using metal linings. You can use intermediate racks to get a more rigid structure.

But this article will help you understand how they look and how to build them.

Project No2

You can build a house with a shed roof using more budget projects. Most often, these are two-story structures in which each cm2 is rationally planned. Since a shed roof is cheap in itself, it allows you to optimally distribute the space on the 2nd floor.

A budget option

The bedrooms are located where the highest ceilings are. Bathroom, wardrobe and stairs in the lower part. The total volume decreases, and, consequently, the price for heating and construction. But what the interior of an American-style house looks like can be seen in the photo

Project No3

This two-story frame house with a shed roof looks very interesting. Its area reaches 180-190 m2. The layout here is standard. There is a living room, kitchen and living rooms on the ground floor. Due to the large windows in the living quarters there is good lighting. The second light of the living room allows you to visually increase the space of the house.

House up to 200 meters

On the second floor there are living rooms and a sauna. The roof of the frame house is made of bituminous tiles on polymer mastic. Due to this material, it is possible to give the coating reliability. But what are the projects of houses with columns in the classical style, you should follow the link and read the contents of this

Project No4

Since a shed roof combines simplicity and reliability, it can be used even in the construction of a frame Finnish house. Such buildings are characterized by a restrained and modest design. According to this project, the house is built on screw piles. It has spacious and large windows, as well as a 16 m2 terrace, which makes the building even more attractive.

Finnish technology

And although the dimensions of the house are small, this does not affect its functionality in any way. It has such rooms as a kitchen, a bathroom, a living room, a bedroom. This option is perfect for arranging a country house. But what are the projects of two-story brick houses with a garage, and how do they look. can be seen in the photo in this

Project #5

A shed roof is a favorite technique for architects when building "glass" buildings. Projects of such houses most often involve a one-story structure. Due to the large area of ​​​​glazing, the house is literally filled with sunlight.

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Typically, private cottages are built with gable roofs, but houses with are much less common. According to domestic experts, the reason for this preference is the traditions in housing construction that have developed over more than a dozen years. In addition, projects for the development of suburban villages usually do not offer options for houses with pitched roofs. This trend does not indicate that shed roofs have only drawbacks, on the contrary, residential buildings with such a roof structure stand out against the background of the same type of buildings and their construction is cheaper by reducing the cost of creating a truss system.

Advantages of houses with shed roofs

The project of a house with a shed roof is in high demand in many European countries, especially Scandinavian, whose climate is similar to Russian weather conditions, due to a number of advantages, including:

Design options

The design of a residential building must be entrusted to a specialist, since he has professional programs at his disposal, and he will calculate the parameters of the truss structure.

There are many options for how a house project with a pitched roof might look like, among them should be highlighted:

• a building with a small attic space with a straight ceiling on the top floor. In this case, the thermal insulation of the roof is improved. True, it is more difficult to make a preventive inspection of the roof, as well as to maintain it, but an increase in the height of the attic will improve the situation;
• a building without an attic space, when the roof simultaneously performs the function of a ceiling. In this case, the ceiling in the room on the top floor will be uneven, but with an angle equal to the slope of the slope.

Small one-story houses with a shed roof, as in the photo, are the simplest option, they are most often designed in a rectangular shape, the roof is made based on the difference in heights of opposite walls. Roofs with one slope are considered the best solution for summer cottages or for outdoor houses. Large windows in this case are inappropriate, the design of the building is the simplest, and the cost of construction is relatively small.

Sometimes projects plan the construction of country cottages with roofs of complex configuration, having several slopes, which makes the cost of their construction much more expensive.

Example #1 . The project provides for the presence of 5 bedrooms and a standard layout of rooms. There is no garage. Since there will be no attic, the second floor is made with a slope. The material for the walls is aerated concrete, reinforced concrete slabs are used for the ceiling, and a monolithic reinforced concrete slab is used for the foundation. To perform the cladding, tiles or bricks are used. Looks great combination of different materials with a different texture and color. For example, it can be brick and natural wood inserts. As for the furnishings of the rooms on the highest floor, usually in the part where the ceiling has the smallest height (it cannot be less than 150 centimeters), the headboards of the beds are located.

There is also a garage for two cars, a large balcony on the second floor (it is used in the warm season, greened if desired). On the ground floor there is a small entrance hall, hall, kitchen, dining room, living room, office. There is also a toilet, a boiler room and an entrance to the garage, which is also provided. On the top floor there is a hall, 3 bedrooms, wardrobe/storage room, 2 bathrooms. The basement is missing.

A one-story house is especially popular among customers, and, as a rule, it is a frame house with a pitched roof. Both standard designs and custom-made designs are popular. This is a great option for suburban construction, for giving or for the life of a small family. If the family consists of 2-4 people, then the second floor, as a rule, is not needed - it is used only when guests arrive, but it must be constantly heated. And these are additional costs.

One-story frame houses are chosen by those who plan to do independent construction. Read about the technology of frame housing construction. One floor allows you to avoid working at a sufficiently high height, and also allows you to do without additional equipment. Building a one-story frame house with a shed roof also reduces the number of workers needed to build the house.

At the same time, a frame with a simple roof can be very pretty - despite the brevity of the project. This can be achieved not only with the help of decoration, but also with the construction of verandas, awnings and other architectural forms. You can also make an original and convenient arrangement of interior rooms by choosing a suitable house from a huge number of interesting frame house projects, which are offered both with a shed roof and a gable one. Today, projects are limited only by your imagination.

Choosing a roof for a house

Most often, when building a one-story house, a gable roof is chosen, while undeservedly considering a single-slope roof to be less attractive. However, there are a number of options when a shed roof is much better suited.

1. When is the best time to go for this option?
2. When you prefer a simple design.
3. When it is necessary to lighten the weight of the building.
4. When you just like such projects.
5. When you want to save on building materials.
6. When you prefer a small slope angle - from 3 degrees to 45.
7. If on the roof you want to make a place for sunbathing, make an open veranda or use the roof deck in some other way.

However, there are also disadvantages to a pitched roof. The most important thing is the inability to make an attic or attic. Often snow accumulates on a flat roof, which must be cleaned off. In this case, the roof must be well insulated and insulated. It is necessary to choose roofing material, taking into account the possibility of prolonged accumulation of snow on the roof.

Construction technology

Most often, inclined rafters are used for frame houses. The technology of erecting such a shed roof is to create walls of different heights. As a result, the rafters are supported and fixed with their lower end on the floor beams. A high wall or rack is a support for the truss system in its upper part. It is also desirable to install additional slopes or racks that will make the structure more rigid and durable. This shed roof technology is used not only for frame houses, but also for brick and block houses, which is demonstrated by many projects.

As we know, during the construction of frame houses, great importance is attached to ventilation. The roof can also be ventilated or non-ventilated. A non-ventilated roof usually has a slight slope and must be carefully waterproofed and insulated. The ventilated roof has a gap between the roof and the ceiling, as a result of which the service life of the material is extended by removing water vapor from the insulation.

Do not forget that the choice of roofing material depends on the angle of inclination you choose. Recently popular material such as soft tiles, involves an angle of inclination of up to 10 degrees. Decking is recommended to be used at an angle of 10 to 20 degrees. Decking is chosen with a longitudinal profile and a wave height of 3 cm. If the angle of inclination is from 20 degrees, ondulin or slate is used. Metal tiles can be laid if the roof angle is 25 degrees or more.

The shed roof device begins with the installation of a Mauerlat and floor beams. The second stage is the installation of the truss system. All elements of the truss system are made from a dry board 5 mm (thickness). They must be carefully treated with fire protection - it is possible in several layers.

Important: those rafters lying on the end of the walls that do not rest on the side part are fixed to the walls with screws with plugs or anchor bolts. Use a strapping reinforced concrete belt for better fixation!

All rafters must be rigidly fixed to the lower and upper edges of the roof. In the walls (upper trim), nests are prepared in advance, where the floor beams will be laid. They are waterproofed. On the floor beams or on the Mauerlat, the lower part of the rafter legs is fixed. Stronger fixation is performed using metal pads. Intermediate struts and struts are used to make the structure even more rigid. Struts and racks are installed on the floor beams. For fixing, staples or metal corners are also used.

To make an even structure, start the installation from the extreme rafter legs. A rope is pulled between them and, guided by it, the rest of the rafters are laid. The step is equal to the distance between the floor beams.

Important: when installing rafters, the beam must be installed with an “edge”, this will help to maximize the resistance to deflection. As a result, you will get a flat roof even after many years.

Variety of projects with one floor

Sometimes one gets the impression that a one-story house cannot be interesting and eye-catching. And if a shed roof is also being built, giving up to 25% savings, then such a house will be boring and simple. However, this is not the case.

Today, projects of one-story houses are very diverse. Let's consider some of them. These projects can be taken as the basis of your future home, finalized, changed, added some solutions and used. One-story houses are easy to build with your own hands, you can find additional information on the self-construction of one-story frame houses.

First project:

It is a house 10.1x15.2m. As we can see, it has 4 rooms that can be used as bedrooms for each family member, as well as one large common living room. The living room has access to the open veranda and the kitchen. The house has two bathrooms, the first of which has a toilet and sink, and the second has a full bath, toilet, bidet. The kitchen also has a small utility room where you can install a washing machine.

Second project:

It is an original elongated house, the length of which is 19.36 m. The width of the house is 12.45 m at its widest point (where the garage is). The house has 4 rooms, a kitchen and a large hall. The project includes 2 bathrooms. There is no access to the garage from the house.

Third project:

It is a house with a large veranda leading from the living room, a porch and 5 rooms, with built-in wardrobes, wardrobes and a large living room. We also see an extension-garage, which can be entered directly from the house. The house has dimensions of 14.94x16.14m. The house captivates with an abundance of rooms, conveniently located for all family members.

Of course, in our article we will not be able to consider all the projects, but on the basis of the considered ones, we can see that even single-slope one-story houses are not alike, and can satisfy the needs of any person.

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