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Backstop in reply to @Aroogah

hah, 6' by 8' roughly, then. 2x4's a reasonable bit of wood for a small project?

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MrE in reply to @Backstop

The frames on mine are 2"x 1" at 24" spacing, and assumes the T+G cladding contributes to structural stiffness. Built as four 'wall' frames, assembled in situ by screwing the frames to each other, with the roof assembled last. Admittedly it's in a sheltered position, but has been fine for the last 20 years - pics on pages 267 & 268.
4x2@16" sounds like the sort of stud wall that will hold another storey above it? Doubtless conforms to building regulations but perhaps excessive for a modest sized shed?

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Aroogah in reply to @MrE

4x2@16" is the default in the US for all studwalls. Check your tape measure, every 16" the numbers are different colours for a reason. So you can mark out your spacing on the top and sole planks easily.

Probably overkill for a shed. But it's what I'd do.

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