Framing Calculator

Count wall studs from length and spacing.

Studs needed (studs) 13

Formula: studs = length × 12 ÷ spacing + 1

Step-by-step with your numbers:
1. Values used:
2. Wall length = 1
3. Stud spacing = 1
4.
5. Studs needed = 13studs
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Estimate the studs for a framed wall (excludes openings/extra plates).

The math behind it

studs = wall length (in) ÷ spacing + 1 for the end stud. 16 in on-center is standard.

Worked example

24 ft wall at 16 in → 19 studs.

FAQ

Openings?

Add extra studs for door/window framing (king/jack studs).