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Calculate the length of rafters based on the run and pitch using feet and inches. One sixteenth of an inch accuracy. Use the forms below to get a fast result for the length and the rise. The first row has three fields – feet, inch, and fraction. This is for the run. The run is […]
Calculate how much mulch you need for any project with this free and easy calculator. Enter values for feet for the length and width, and then inches for the depth and the number of cubic yards and the number of 2 cubic feet bags will be generated. Bagged Mulch For smaller projects it is better […]
Calculate the gazebo lay out, the length of the sides, the length of the the center rafter, and the length of the hips. Based on the width of the gazebo and the pitch of the roof, this tool automatically returns critical information. Lay out The layout dimension is based on what to measure off each […]
How many tons of gravel do I need? This calculator solves for the cubic yards but returns the number of tons based on 2,800 lbs. per yard. Round up to the nearest foot in the length and width boxes, and the same thing just use inches in the depth box to instantly get a result […]
Calculate how much flooring it will take with easy to use tool. Select hardwood, tile, plywood or carpet. Then enter a width and length for the room in feet. Room Shape The shape of any room is rarely rectangular. It most often consist of multiple rectangles and more and more often, other shapes such as […]
Calculate how many pieces of siding it will take to cover a wall or gable with this simple tool. Easy to use radio buttons and number fields. Siding Calculator Select the coverage and the length of the boards. These choices are for the most common sized siding available. For a custom application, just select the […]
Calculate the span for floor and ceiling joist with this free and simple online calculator. The resulting spans are less than the 2012 IRC codes but they are to our standards at Scott’s Framing. The spans for joists according to the code is far more than we find acceptable. We have engineered this calculator to provide […]
Calculate how many pieces of sheetrock it will take per room or per area. Enter the width and length in feet for an area result, or add the ceiling height for an automatic room estimation. Sheetrock Calculator Drywall is available in sizes ranging from 4′ x 8′ to 54″ x 12′. It does matter the […]
Calculate the size needed for a beam, girder, or header made from No. 2 pine or LVL. Covers any span and every load with pin point accuracy. Double check yourself with these span charts. Works with evenly distributed loads only. Easy to use form. Understanding Loads on Beams There are two different types of loads. […]
Use this roof decking calculator to easily determine the slopes for hips and valleys on all common pitches. Enter the length of one side and then either select a roof pitch or select custom rake and enter a value of your own. The length of the other side is automatically returned.