TradesCalcs

Board Feet Calculator

Calculate board feet from lumber dimensions. Convert between nominal and actual sizes, estimate costs per board foot for hardwood and softwood.

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Hardwood is sold in quarter increments: 4/4 = 1 inch, 8/4 = 2 inches

Nominal width — actual width is 1/4 to 3/4 inch less after surfacing

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Board length in feet

Number of boards at this size

$/BF

Enter your dealer's price to get a total cost estimate

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