i want to build a 12'X12' storage shed. how far apart should the studs be for the walls and floors?

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and how far apart should the joists for the roof be?

Answer 1

Minimum Building Code requirements allow spacing both wall and floor joists at 24" centres. No problem doing this if the shed is only 12x12. If you go 24" centres I would suggest cladding the exterior walls with OSB or plywood for wind bracing.

For a 12 ft floor joist span I would suggest 2x8 if 24" centres, 2x6 if 16" centres and 2x4 if 12" centres.

For the roof, 2x4 at 24" centres is sufficient.

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i want to build a 12'X12' storage shed. how far apart should the studs be for the walls and floors?
and how far apart should the joists for the roof be?

Answer 5

If you are going to be 'finishing' the inside (e.g; using drywall or plywood/panelling), remember to install backing. Generally in sheds you will be installing shelving and hooks, etc. Layout where you will be putting these items while you're framing it and it will save you a lot of hassles. Put your studs no less than 2' on center, but in some places, you may want them closer for your shelving. Studs are cheap and worth putting in a few extra so you have something to screw into later. Using horizontal backing between studs is very helpful, too. Think of that towel rack in the bathroom that keeps coming out of the wall. If you put in backing where such an item is going, you won't have the problem of things falling out. If you are going to be putting very heavy items in this shed, use 2x6 floor joists on 16" centers. Or at least double up your flooring material (plywood). You don't want your floor sagging. If you get a lot of snow where you live, make sure your roof joists are no less than 16" on center.
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Answer 6

The standard is 16 inches c to c, or center to center. I use to build custom homes and also some commercial buildings as well. In the U.S. it has to be this way, or an inspector will not give a pass on the work. Any farther apart and it will fail inspection and have to be corrected. I hope this helps. By the way, if you need to find the studs in the wall, you can go to Home Depot, or Lowes and get what they call a stud detector. And yes, they do actually make these.

Answer 7

Floor joists should be spaced 12" on center and should not span more than 6' for 2X6 joists 2X8 should be used to frame outside floor and a center stringer. Wall studs can be 2X4 or 2X6 if you desire to insulate, Wall studs should be spaced 16" on center.
Bottom of the wall should be one thickness of the chosen 2X size material and the top should be double thickness. ie. 1 2X4 for the bottom plate and 2 2X4 s for the top plate.
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Answer 8

Floor joist spacing depends on foundation. do you plan to span the 12 ft, or ? the span determines the size and spacing. walls and roof depend on style of roof. is it flat, shed, pitched, ect...? If it is just a basic shed with a 4:12 pitch 24" oc for walls and roof would be fine.
You did not mention anchoring. You need to consider wind load (lift) be sure to properly anchor the floor to the foundation, If using wood beams on pier pads they need to be anchored into the ground. the roof joists should have clips to anchor it to the walls.
check with local codes for load limits. Even a shed needs to comply to load limits to avoid collapse, or blow over. The vast difference in response is because different areas have different codes. No need to overbuild a shed, yet no sense in under building and having it destroyed by weather. Snow, rain, wind, ect.. all determine building requirements.
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The first thing you should do is check with your local town or city bi-laws.It free to ask on advise there too.
You do not state what type of foundation your using, as this will determine your toe board size for your floor joists. Most builds are required to have 16" on center wall studs but can vary on the type of material you plan on using or the height you plan on raising your structure to.Remember there are Maxim height restrictions as well.The spacing of your rafter are also determined On your materials your using.Most builder keep the spacing close to the wall stud spacing to insure a strong wall and roof.Some standards are as follows 2"x8" for floor joists.2"x4" for wall studs.2"X4" For rafters.Most building codes now require the structure to be wrapped in plastic on the outside framing before your sheathing go on.