Building tool
Board Foot Calculator
Calculate lumber board feet, total volume, and cost for multiple pieces.
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- Board feet each
- 13.333
- Total board feet
- 160
- Estimated cost
- $720.00
- Cubic feet
- 13.333
Lumber sellers may price nominal and surfaced dimensions differently. Confirm the unit used on the quote.
How to use this board foot calculator
- Measure the project, enter the dimensions in the units shown, and add the waste, spacing, coverage, or material settings that apply.
- Review the calculated totals, units, and assumptions. Check the inputs and units before relying on the result.
- Change one input at a time to compare another case, then copy or save the result you plan to use.
About this board foot calculator
Use the Board Foot Calculator to calculate lumber board feet, total volume, and cost for multiple pieces. The result changes when you adjust the values or options above.
You can also use it to compare results after changing one input.
Example
A board 1 inch thick, 8 inches wide, and 10 feet long contains 6.67 board feet before multiplying by quantity and price.
Common uses
- → calculate lumber board feet, total volume, and cost for multiple pieces
- → compare results after changing one input
- → save an estimate for planning or comparison