You can measure board feet by multiplying length x width x thickness in inches, and then dividing by 144. If ordering a large amount by board feet, just multiply the total board feet needed by the price per board foot for the total cost.Jan 20, 2020
How many studs are in a 24 foot wall?
24 feet 10 inches converted to inches = 298 inches. It will take 20 studs to frame this will with 16 inches on centers, stud placement.
How many studs do I need for a 16 foot wall?
Determine the number of 16-inch gaps between stud center lines by dividing the total wall length by 16. Your calculation is 192 divided by 16, which equals 12. Since there are 12 spaces in the wall, the number of vertical studs required is also 12.
How many studs do I need for a 12x12 room?
Eight-foot long 2-inch-by4-inch lumber is used for wall studs. A 12-foot-by-12-foot room requires 28.
How many 2x4 Do I need to finish a basement?
Lumber Sizes for Framing a Basement Most likely you want 8 foot 2x4s, but measure your basement before you go. Measure from the floor to the underside of the ceiling joist. Keep in mind you'll be putting your studs in between a top and bottom plate so that reduces the length by 3 inches.