How Our Wall Calculator Works:

1. Input Data: Begin by entering the length and height of your wall, on-center spacing of studs (usually set at 600mm in New Zealand as per NZS3604), and any additional waste percentage you anticipate (this accounts for errors, miscalculations, or potential damage).

Any wall from 2.4m – 3.0m should have studs placed every 400mm centres.

2. Stud Calculation: Studs are vertical frames placed at regular intervals. Our calculator determines the number of studs based on the on-center spacing you provide. For example, for a wall length of 10 meters and 600mm spacing, you'd need approximately 17 studs.

3. Nog Rows Calculation: Nogs, also referred to as dwangs, are horizontal braces placed between studs. The number of nog rows depends on the wall's height:

  - Up to 2.4 meters: 2 rows

  - Up to 3.2 meters: 3 rows

  - Over 3.2 meters: 4 rows

4. Total Linear Meters of Framing: This is a summation of all vertical and horizontal framing elements, including studs, nogs, and the top and bottom plates.

5. Plasterboard Calculation: The calculator assumes standard plasterboard sheets of 1.2 meters in width. The total number of plasterboards is determined by dividing the wall length by 1.2m. For example, for a 10-meter wall, approximately 9 plasterboards would be required.

6. Skirting and Scotia: These measurements simply match the total length of the wall.

7.Wall Area for Painting: A straightforward calculation, this is the product of the wall's length and height.

Remember, this calculator provides an estimation, and actual requirements may vary based on specific project nuances.