How to make a Minecraft roof? [Tutorial]

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Notice to beginners on Minecraft! Are you in the process of building your dream home but stuck on the roof? This article is exactly what you need! We invite you to discover how to make a roof Minecraft through two simple methods.

It's important to note that this tutorial gives you the basics. You can then give free rein to your imagination to build a roof 100 % original on Minecraft. We tell you all about it!

Find out how to make a roof in Minecraft
Find out how to build a beautiful roof in Minecraft. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr

Method 1: Making an even roof Minecraft

A roof is said to be even when the facade is composed of an even number of blocks. In this tutorial, we suggest that you creating a wooden roof with blocks, stairs and slabs.

Here's what you need to do for a facade that is eight blocks wide:

  • Install an inverted staircase on each upper corner of the facades
Install upside-down stairs at the four corners of your building Minecraft
Install inverted staircases in the four corners of your Minecraft project. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Place the tiles, making sure to leave a block of space at each end.
Lay the slabs over the stairs, protruding a block at each end
Place the tiles on the stairs so that they extend beyond each end. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Place two more slabs on each protruding block, positioning them like stair steps.
Place two slabs on top of each other like a staircase
Place two tiles on top of each other like a staircase. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Then place the stairs, this time in the correct position, on top of each other like a pyramid.
Lay the stairs on top of each other to form a pyramid.
Lay the stairs on top of each other to form a pyramid ©Alexia pour Alucare.fr

Aesthetic note: For even-numbered roofs, the staircases can end in a point.

  • Now you can tackle the inside of your roof!
  • Place your blocks in such a way as to leave a space for the window.
Use blocks to build the inner facade of your roof Minecraft
Use blocks to build the inner facade of your roof. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Use stairs (placed upside down) to create your window.
Use four staircases to build your small roof window
Use four staircases to build your small roof window. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • All you have to do now is finish your roof and "fill" the empty space above the structure.
  • Use blocks for the very first row, then staircases for subsequent rows.
Finish your roof with blocks and stairs
Finish your roof with blocks and stairs. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr

The result is a simple roof, but one that adds a great deal to your home.

This is what your even roof looks like when it's finished!
This is what your even roof looks like once it's finished! ©Alexia for Alucare.fr

Method 2: Making an odd roof Minecraft

Unlike even roofs, odd roofs have an odd number of blocks. With the trio of blocks, stairs, and slabs, you can then creating a wooden roof in medieval style. 

Here's how to build a roof with a seven-block-wide façade:

  • As for the even roof, install an inverted staircase on each upper corner of the facades.
  • Then place stairs in the location, leaving one block protruding at each end.
Lay the staircases, protruding a block at each end
Place the stairs so that they extend beyond one block at each end. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • On the front side, attach an inverted staircase to the protruding block, then place a block on top of the whole thing.
Place a staircase upside down, then place a block on top.
Place an inverted staircase, then lay a block on top. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Place a staircase in the correct position above the structure.
Lay a new staircase over the existing structure
Install a new staircase on top of the whole thing. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Then connect a new inverted staircase to it, on which you place another block.
  • Repeat the operation one last time, then place a staircase at the very top.
Alternate between stairs and boulders until you reach the top.
Alternate between stairs and blocks until you reach the top. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Finish by attaching a block that will be located right in the center of the structure.
The final block of the structure must be located in the center of the façade.
The final block of the structure should be in the center of the façade. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Complete by placing a block at the very top of your house, then a staircase in the appropriate location.
  • You get half an exterior façade for your roof!
  • Repeat the process on the other side to build the second half.
As you can see, the structure of an odd-numbered roof is much steeper than that of an even-numbered roof.
As you can see, an odd-numbered roof is much steeper than an even-numbered roof. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Then tackle the inside of your roof with a row of blocks as a base.
Lay a row of blocks as a base for your interior roof facade
Lay a row of blocks as a base for your interior roof facade. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Stack two blocks on top of each other to make a pillar on each side of the facade.
Create a pillar on each side of the interior façade with two wooden blocks
Create a pillar on each side of the interior façade with two blocks of wood ©Alexia pour Alucare.fr
  • Then stack two pillars of planks, still on each side, leaving a block of empty space in the center.
Make two pillars with planks on either side of the façade.
Make two pillars with planks on either side of the facade. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • In the empty space in the center, use stairs and railings to create a window.
You can create a stylish window with two staircases and two gates
You can create a stylish window with two staircases and two gates. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • All you have to do now is complete your roof with blocks and stairs!
You get a magnificent odd-numbered roof
The result is a magnificent odd-numbered roof! ©Alexia for Alucare.fr

Explanatory video in French by Alucare, ideal complement to the page. View video (you can use youtube's automatic translation)

Why is it important to have a roof on Minecraft?

The roof is one of the trickiest elements to create during the construction process. creation of a Minecraft house. So much so that some players decide to do without it and simply skip this step altogether.

And yet, there are many advantages to having a house with a roof in Minecraft! Here are a few:

  1. For aesthetics: with a roof, your home looks much more beautiful and realistic.
  2. For insulation and more space: you can create additional rooms upstairs.
  3. To protect yourself from the elements: with a roof, you'll be protected from rain and snow.
  4. To protect yourself from monsters: zombies, skeletons and other monsters won't be able to enter your home at night if your house has a roof!

What are the different Minecraft roof styles?

As in real life, you can build anything you want. type and style of roof on Minecraft ! Once you've mastered the basics, you're ready for complex, original creations. You'll be able to create :

  • Modern roofs
  • Medieval roofs
  • Oriental roofs (Chinese, Japanese, Moroccan, Indian)
  • Nordic roofs
  • Rounded roofs...

Curious to see what it looks like? Here are a few roof illustrations Minecraft created by passionate gamers. These little gems will make you want to try your hand at adventure too!

A modern house with a flat roof by YouTubeur Cardex
A modern house with a flat roof by YouTubeur Cardex. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
A superb medieval house + roof created by Redditor ToxicKailey
A superb medieval house + roof created by redditor ToxicKailey ©Alexia pour Alucare.fr
An immense palace of the 1001 Nights with its superb oriental roofs
An immense palace of the 1001 Nights with its superb oriental roofs. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
An impressive Viking building with a majestic roof by YouTubeur VOLLZISS
An impressive Viking construction with a majestic roof by YouTubeur VOLLZISS. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr

Other tips to know about the roof Minecraft

Sometimes, all it takes is one small extra detail to enhance your roof and make it look more realistic! These few ideas could help you add depth to your home.

  • Add a row of blocks protruding from each side of the your roof Minecraft
Let the roof overhang on both sides of your building for a realistic and aesthetic touch.
Let the roof overhang on either side of your house for a realistic, aesthetic touch. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Vary the height of your roofs for added volume
Add volume to your building with roofs of different heights
Add volume to your project with roofs of different heights. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Add little details like windows and chimneys to personalize your roof
  • Change the color of your materials to accentuate the small details of your construction
Windows and chimneys add a little something extra to the roof
The window and chimney add an extra touch to the roof. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr
  • Use blocks and stairs (in place or inverted) for jork with the shape of your roof
You can customize the shape of your roof using the staircases.
You can customize the shape of your roof using the stairs. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr

In this video, you can find lots of other interesting tips! The video is in English, but the automatic translation option offers French for non-English speakers.

Minecraft | 15 Must Know Tips For Building Roofs

All in all, make a roof in Minecraft requires patience, creativity and a lot of materials. Note that you can get everything you need by switching to Creative mode. Click here to find out more how Creative mode works and activate it.

What kind of roof would you like to create in Minecraft? Feel free to share your own creations with us! Discover our other tutorials Minecraft to make them even more beautiful. For example, take a look at our guide to how to make iron to vary your building materials.

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Minecraft

Released on : November 18, 2011

Developed by : Markus Persson, Mojang Studios

Edited by : Mojang Studios, Sony Interactive Entertainment, Xbox Game Studios

Available on : PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox

Genres : Multiplayer