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3. Material: The material of the window includes softwood lumber (pine), metal, and vinyl. 71.5 in. x 35.5 in.
Classic Series White Vinyl Left-Hand Sliding Window with HP Glass. Wood Type: The wall is framed with standard
softwood lumber.

4. Load Conditions: The loads that the window will experience, such as wind loads, snow loads, and any other
relevant environmental factors, are calculated based on the location and building design. The vertical and
horizontal loads are calculated according to the weight of the window, wind loads, and potential snow loads.

5. Determining Load: The weight of the window is estimated based on the type of window material. The
standard vinyl window weighs around 5-10 pounds per square foot. Assume a weight of 2.7 pounds per square
foot. Window Weight = (Window Width x Window Height) x Window Weight per square foot. Window Weight =
(71.5 inches x 35.5 inches) x (2.7 pounds/square foot) / 144. The stud spacing is 16" on center. Window Weight
per square foot = 3.58 pounds

6. Calculation:

Door Width = 30 inches

Door Height = 82.5 inches
Door Weight per square foot = 2.9 pounds
The door weighs 50 lbs.
Door area 17.19 square feet
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