Board Feet Calculator

Board feet is the standard unit for measuring and pricing lumber volume, calculated from a board's thickness, width, and length.

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Board Feet per Board
8
Total Board Feet
8

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Formula

Board Feet = (Thickness(in) × Width(in) × Length(ft)) / 12

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