Plan Scale Converter

Lumber Span Quick Reference*

• 2×6: ~10′ span @ 40 psf LL
• 2×8: ~12′ span @ 40 psf LL
• 2×10: ~15′ span @ 40 psf LL
• 2×12: ~18′ span @ 40 psf LL

*Approximate, #2 SPF @ 16″ OC. Verify with code span tables.

Shear Wall Quick Reference

• Common Nailing: 6″ OC edges, 12″ OC field
• Blocking: At panel edges & joints
• Hold-Downs: At ends, per plan schedule
• Typical Panel: 4×8 sheathing, 5/8″ structural

Beam Load Estimator

Simplified: W = psf × width × span. Compare to beam tables (LVL, glulam, steel).

Anchor Bolt Calculator

Typical: ½″ dia. bolts @ 6′ OC, within 12″ of plate ends.

Fastener Schedule Quick Guide

• Joist Hangers: Fill all nail holes, use hanger nails
• Ledger to Rim Joist: ½″ lags @ 16″ OC staggered
• Subfloor Sheathing: 6″ OC edges, 12″ OC field
• Wall Sheathing: 8d nails, 6″ OC edges, 12″ field

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