How much weight can a 2×4 hold? – Fully Explained
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FAQs
How much weight does a 2×4 hold?
As stated in this article, the answer to this question depends on several factors. As a rule of thumb, the main factors are the quality and type of wood, the project design, the duration of the load on the 2×4-inches wooden frame, and the actual weight of the load.
This can also depend on the description of the load. This means that the load can only be a point or an even load and would affect the 2×4 resistance, which can be determined by calculation using the wooden column capacity calculator.
Would it be safe to use 2Ă—4 for a trailer?
Yes, it is safe as long as the duration of the load and the actual weight of the load do not exceed what the 2×4 inch frame can hold.
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