Nominal vs dimensional lumber. A 2"x4" stud isn't actually 2"x4", it's 1.5"x3.5" because it's more economical to cut and supports nearly the same amount of load as an actual 2"x4" stud.
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Nominal vs dimensional lumber. A 2"x4" stud isn't actually 2"x4", it's 1.5"x3.5" because it's more economical to cut and supports nearly the same amount of load as an actual 2"x4" stud.
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