Outside Walls: 2X4 or 2X6?

[VannL]

I'm not sure I would miss the 3 extra inches overall if it means a stronger structure. I would enjoy, though, the extra space for insulation. There would be extra expense, although minimal, and the extra weight which could add up.

Thoughts?

[MountainDon]

A forum search comes up with...

http://countryplans.com/smf/index.php?topic=1069.msg8417#msg8417

http://countryplans.com/smf/index.php?topic=12624.msg164306#msg164306

I haven't re-read those so I can not vouch for accuracy of any claims made.

[VannL]

Thanks Don. That second link was chalk full of lots of interesting thoughts, and not just about the exterior walls, but self-building in general. Just gets my blood flowing to get my batter boards up next weekend and dig me some holes.