exterior wall studs

[Nickell]

Hello out there. My wife and I recently purchased a 1975 double wide on a wood framed basement. We are looking at putting in new windows but are not sure what our stud width is. I just pulled a piece of panel board back (underneath the window) and took a quick glance. The wall is spray-foamed and as a result I could not determine what the width was. I put an awl through it and think that the width is either 2" or 3". We were hoping that it was 2x4 studding but I don't know. Here's the question: if the studs are smaller than 2x4 will this be a problem getting new windows?

[JD]

Hi Nickell,

You would be able to install mobile home windows or new construction vinyl windows on any mobile home. If these are 2x3 wall studs, which measure just under 2-3/4", you would be able to install the remodel vinyl windows. I prefer the remodel windows for mobile homes. Very easy to install and look great without exterior trim.

JD

[Nickell]

Hi JD, thanks for your help. We already got a couple quotes on pvc (vinyl) replacement windows but they were based on a 2x4 stud width. The studs must be 2x3 because I could not figure out why they seemed to measure somewhere in between 2" and 3". I guess it would be wise to get new quotes with for the proper stud width.

[Maureen]

Hi Nickell,

The easiest way to find out what type of framing you have is to measure an exterior door frame. A 2x4 inch frame, isn't really a true 2x4 inch frame. 2x4's are actually smaller than that, per actual measurement. Can't remember the actual measurements of a 2X4, but it is smaller.

Do a search for a true measurement for a 2x4, or any other wood for that matter. You'll get the true measurement.

Maureen

[Harry]

Hi

The actual dimension of a 2x4 is 1-1/2"x3-1/2"

Harry