Can i build a shed approx 20'by 20' on 24 inch centers and still be sturdy?

Just go 16 on center, the cost savings to go 24 on center is not worth the trouble....to go 16 on center versus 24 on center, you'll need an extra 20 2x4's.....a cost of only about $60 and when you're building a structure 20 ft x 20 ft, $60 is nothing.

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You're going to get differing answers to this, because there are more variables to address than you've noted in the question. The shed can be made sturdy with 24" on centers, depending on the dimensions of the framing, sheathing thickness, nail spacing, roof pitch, etc., but we're talking "sturdy" without reference to a standard. If it's a dwelling, you'd be best off looking up a table readily available in most how-to books on framing, because local codes apply, and specifically treat how you attach the sill to the foundation, and so on. If it's a tool shed, you may still want to affix it to the ground; you'd be surprised at what a high wind will move.

I agree with 'rentahand'. the savings are minimal. Besides, 20 x 20 is a bit more than a 'shed', they call them barns around here.

If you buy any fixtues to hang on the walls, like tool holders, they assume 16 in centers. You'll only be able to use one of the mounting holes.

You can if you use trusses. Echolocated is right. There are to many variables for such a vague question.

But if it were mine. I would use 2X4 trusses on 20in centers and 3/4 inch ply, and 2X6 walls on 20in centers, with 1/2in ply on the sides, but I live in Delaware, and rarely see a lot of heavy snowfall

Dont get 24" ! Even though u are quite tall.. 24 inch will look so rediculously long and fake and straggly, because 24 inch will RARELY have the required thickness and density unless u spend hundreds. you are right, foxy locks extensions are thick and they will be much more natural looking .. get 20 inches

I agree with the guys to go 16 on centers like they said what's$60.00?Also you better check with the building code in your area to make sure your within the code.

Yep. Just make sure you brace each wall adequetly. The roof too of course.

yes, sheath the whole thing with plywood or structurewood, and you use 2x4 bracing in the roof, from the ridge to the ceiling joists. should be fine.

rent and normo are right