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Frame it right, stud by stud.

Measure the wall, set your stud spacing, and get the exact studs, plates and lumber to buy.

Important: This estimator is for planning materials. Confirm local code, required assemblies and manufacturer instructions before building.
01

What are you framing?

02

Wall measurements

12 ft8 ftSTUD LAYOUT
SELECTION GUIDE

Framing lumber:
what to use and where.

Original BEAVORA illustrations. Grade, span and connections follow your design and local code — verify before building.

STANDARD

SPF studs (2×4)

Kiln-dried spruce-pine-fir for most interior walls — light, straight and economical.

2×42×6
STRUCTURAL

2×6 framing

Deeper studs for exterior walls, more insulation room and higher loads.

MOISTURE

Pressure-treated

Required for bottom plates on concrete and any wood in ground or damp contact.

Spacing16 in OC is standard; 24 in OC for advanced framing, 12 in OC for heavy loads.
PlatesMost walls use one bottom plate plus a double top plate.
PricingStud price swings with species and length — compare per-piece and per-linear-foot before buying.