You will end up with a lousy project if you do not plan and figure out how much lumber you need. To get precise measurements, this calculator will determine how much 2×4 lumber you will need. To know more about how to use it, here are a few points:
How Do You Determine the Amount of 2x4 Lumber You Need?
You can figure out the amount of 2×4 lumber you need by multiplying the total wall length (in feet) by 0.75 (16” on-center stud spacing).
- Add three studs for each 90-degree corner
- Add four studs for each 45-degree corner
- Add two studs for each opening that is 5 feet wide or less
- Add one stud for each opening over 5 feet wide
2x4 Calculator Formula
Here is the formula behind the 2×4 lumber calculator that determines how many studs you need:
2×4 you need = wall length in feet x 0.75 (16 inch OC) +1
To consider both ends of the wall, we need to add one or more, depending on the corner and openings.
2x4 Calculator Costs Formula
To calculate the lumber price [1] per linear foot, multiply the number of linear feet by the price per foot. Here is the equation behind the calculator:
Cost of lumber = total linear feet (length in feet) * price per foot
A stud typically 92 ⅝” in length costs $5.17 approximately.
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FAQ
How many 2x4 are in a 24-foot wall?
In a 24-foot wall, there are 20 2×4 studs. You will determine the amount of 2×4 you need by converting the wall length into inches, dividing it by the stud spacing, and adding one more.
For example: 24’10” wall
Convert: 24*12 = 288+10 = 298
Divide: 298/16 = 18.625 rounded to 19 + 1 = 20
How many 2x4 fit in a 24x24 garage?
A 24×24 garage can fit 103 pieces of 2×4 studs. Here is a list of 2×4 lumber needed for a 24x24x8 garage:
- 80 2x4 studs (8’ long)
- 16 2x4 (12’ long)
- 7 2x4 pressure-treated studs (12’ feet long)
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