Timber Volumetric Modeling
- Enter the Thickness (inches) and Width (inches) of the board.
- Input the Length (feet) and the Quantity of boards.
- Observe the Lumber Dimension Model showing the plank proportions.
- View the Total Board Feet and Estimated Weight results instantly.
- Click Copy Timber Report to save the results for your lumber yard order or project quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Board Foot (BD FT)?
A board foot is a specialized unit of measure for the volume of lumber in the United States and Canada. It is equal to the volume of a 12-inch by 12-inch by 1-inch board.
How is board feet calculated?
Formula: [(Thickness in inches × Width in inches × Length in feet) / 12] × Quantity. This gives you the total volumetric measure of the wood.
What is nominal vs actual size?
Lumber is often sold by nominal sizes (e.g., a 2x4). However, the actual size is usually smaller (1.5x3.5) after surfacing. Most board-foot calculations for purchase are based on nominal dimensions.
How much does one board foot of wood weigh?
Weight varies by wood species. One board foot of Pine weighs about 2.5 lbs (1.1 kg), while White Oak weighs about 3.9 lbs (1.8 kg).
Woodworking Lab Benefits
- Instant Board Foot calculation algorithm
- Visual isometric lumber dimension modeling
- Automated weight estimation for project planning
- Supports nominal and actual dimensions
- 100% private — your project data stays local
- Mobile-optimized for checking orders at the lumber yard