Dimension
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2x6 Lumber
Last updated May 2026 · Reviewed by Lumberama Editorial Team
Dimensions
Nominal Size:2" × 6"
Actual Size:1.5" × 5.5"
Specifications
Board Feet / Lin Ft:1
Weight / Lin Ft:1.39 lbs
Common Uses
Wall framing, floor joists, deck boards, rafters, headers, rim joists
Available Lengths
8 ft
10 ft
12 ft
14 ft
16 ft
20 ft
About 2x6 Lumber
The 2x6 is a versatile structural lumber used for exterior wall framing, floor joists, deck boards, and rafters. Required by energy codes for exterior walls in many jurisdictions.