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Calculate Framing Lumber for Walls
Standard: 8, 9, or 10 ft
📋 Framing Lumber Guide
- Studs: Vertical members every 16″ or 24″
- Bottom Plate: 1 board along floor
- Top Plates: 2 boards (double top plate)
❓ Lumber Calculator FAQ
How many studs do I need for a wall?
(L × 12 ÷ Spacing) + 1. Studs = (L × 12 ÷ 16) + 1. Add 3 plates.
How many 2×4 for a 10-foot wall?
At 16\” OC: 9 studs + 3 plates = 12 total. Need 4 pieces of 8ft for plates.
2×4 vs 2×6 framing?
2×6: better insulation. 2×4: cheaper, good for interior walls.
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