General Wood Calculator

Board Foot Calculator for Wood

Calculate board feet for any wood project. Works with hardwoods, softwoods, and exotic species.

Wood Calculator

Enter wood dimensions to calculate board feet and volume

Thickness (inches)

Width (inches)

Length (feet)

Quantity (pieces)

Wood Species (for weight estimate)

Hardwoods

Oak, maple, walnut, cherry, and ash. Typically denser and more expensive. Popular for furniture, flooring, and cabinetry.

Softwoods

Pine, cedar, fir, and spruce. Lighter weight and easier to work. Used for framing, decking, and general construction.

Exotic Woods

Teak, mahogany, ebony, and rosewood. Premium species with unique properties. Priced by the board foot at specialty dealers.

Vanliga frågor

How do I calculate board feet for rough lumber?

Use actual measured dimensions. Rough lumber is typically closer to nominal size (e.g., a rough 1×6 is actually about 1″ × 6″).

Does wood species affect board feet?

No, board feet is a volume measure independent of species. However, species affects weight, workability, and price per board foot.

How much waste should I add?

Add 10-20% for cuts, defects, and mistakes. Complex projects or knotty wood may need 25% or more waste factor.

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