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Board Foot Calculator
Quick and accurate board feet calculations for your lumber estimations
Want to automate your entire takeoff process?
This calculator is just a small taste of what BuildVision AI can do. Our QuickBidAI tool automatically detects and measures all lumber in your plans, saving hours on takeoffs.
How to Use the Board Foot Calculator
1. Enter the thickness, width, and length of your boards in inches 2. Specify the quantity of boards 3. Add multiple board sizes if needed 4. Click Calculate to get board feet, volume, and estimated weight
What is a Board Foot?
A board foot is a unit of volume for timber in North America. One board foot equals 1 foot × 1 foot × 1 inch (144 cubic inches). This measurement is essential for:
- Estimating lumber costs
- Planning construction projects
- Inventory management
- Material takeoffs
Why Use BuildVision AI's Board Foot Calculator?
- Instant calculations for multiple board sizes
- Automatic metric conversion
- Weight estimation for logistics planning
- User-friendly interface
- Free to use