About Board Foot Calculator
Welcome to Board Foot Calculator, your comprehensive resource for professional lumber calculations and construction planning tools.
Our Mission
We provide accurate, easy-to-use calculators that help contractors, woodworkers, and DIY enthusiasts make informed decisions about lumber purchases and project planning. Our tools are designed to save time, reduce waste, and ensure accurate material estimates.
What We Offer
Core Calculators
Board Foot Calculator
- Industry-standard board foot calculations
- Support for multiple units (imperial and metric)
- Project list functionality with cost estimation
- Accurate lumber volume calculations
Log Board Foot Calculator
- Professional log scaling using Doyle, Scribner, and International rules
- Timber cruising and forestry applications
- Raw log to lumber yield estimation
- Industry-standard scaling tables
Conversion Tools
Unit Converters
- Board feet to square feet conversion
- Linear feet to board feet calculation
- Metric to imperial unit conversion
- Volume and area calculations
Cost Estimation
- Project cost calculation based on current lumber prices
- Material quantity planning
- Waste factor calculations
- Budget planning tools
Why Choose Board Foot Calculator?
Accuracy and Reliability
Our calculators use industry-standard formulas and scaling rules that are trusted by:
- Professional contractors and builders
- Timber cruisers and foresters
- Lumber yards and suppliers
- Woodworking professionals
User-Friendly Design
- Clean, intuitive interface
- Mobile-responsive design
- No registration required
- Instant calculations
- Printable results
Professional Features
- Multiple calculation methods
- Project list management
- Cost estimation tools
- Educational resources
- Industry-standard formulas
Our Commitment
Free and Accessible
All our tools are completely free to use. We believe that accurate lumber calculations should be accessible to everyone, from professional contractors to weekend DIY enthusiasts.
Privacy Focused
- No user accounts required
- Data stored locally in your browser
- No personal information collected
- Transparent privacy practices
Continuously Improved
We regularly update our tools based on:
- User feedback and suggestions
- Industry standard changes
- New calculation methods
- Technology improvements
Who We Serve
Construction Professionals
- General contractors
- Framers and carpenters
- Project managers
- Construction estimators
Woodworking Community
- Professional woodworkers
- Hobbyist woodworkers
- Furniture makers
- Cabinet builders
Forestry and Timber
- Timber cruisers
- Forest managers
- Sawmill operators
- Lumber buyers
DIY Enthusiasts
- Home improvement projects
- Deck and fence builders
- Shed and outbuilding construction
- Furniture and craft projects
Technical Excellence
Calculation Accuracy
Our algorithms are based on:
- USDA Forest Service scaling rules
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidelines
- Industry best practices
- Peer-reviewed calculation methods
Modern Technology
Built with modern web technologies:
- Fast, responsive interface
- Works on all devices
- Offline calculation capability
- Secure HTTPS encryption
Educational Resources
Beyond calculators, we provide:
- Comprehensive guides on board foot calculations
- Lumber measurement tutorials
- Industry terminology explanations
- Best practices for material estimation
Quality Assurance
Every calculator undergoes rigorous testing:
- Mathematical accuracy verification
- Cross-platform compatibility testing
- User experience optimization
- Regular updates and maintenance
Future Development
We're constantly working on new features:
- Additional calculation tools
- Enhanced mobile experience
- Integration with lumber pricing APIs
- Advanced project planning features
Contact and Support
We value your feedback and are here to help:
Contact Us
- Email: contact@board-foot-calculator.org
- Response time: Within 24 hours
Disclaimer
Board Foot Calculator provides estimation tools for planning purposes. While we strive for accuracy, always verify calculations for critical applications and consult with professionals for major construction projects.
Acknowledgments
We thank the construction and woodworking communities for their feedback and support in making these tools better. Special recognition to the forestry professionals who helped validate our log scaling calculations.
Board Foot Calculator - Making lumber calculations simple, accurate, and accessible for everyone.