Wood Stud Calculator

Same spacing math as metal stud version.

Step 1: Units

Step 2

Enter project measurements

Use decimals if needed (e.g. 3.5).

How to use this calculator

Wall length and spacing.

What the math is doing

Same spacing math as metal stud version.

Frequently asked questions

Headers?

Add from door schedule.

Tall walls?

Engineering may require closer OC.

Shear?

Sheathing nailing pattern separate.

PT bottom plate?

Wet walls only.

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