Board Foot Calculator

Lumber Cost Calculator

Calculate Material Costs
Enter the dimensions of your lumber and the cost per board foot to calculate the total cost

Choose between imperial or metric measurement units.

Selecting a wood type will auto-fill the price.

The length of the lumber in feet

The width of the lumber in inches

The thickness of the lumber in inches

The number of pieces of lumber

The cost per board foot

Select the currency for cost calculation

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Lumber Cost Estimation

This calculator helps you estimate the cost of lumber for your woodworking or construction projects. It calculates the total cost based on the dimensions, quantity, and price per board foot.

Why calculate lumber costs?

Accurate cost estimation is crucial for:

  • Project budgeting and planning
  • Comparing different wood species and suppliers
  • Determining the most cost-effective approach for your project
  • Providing quotes to clients

How to use this calculator

  1. Select your preferred unit system (imperial or metric)
  2. Enter the dimensions of your lumber
  3. Enter the quantity of pieces
  4. Enter the cost per board foot
  5. Select your currency
  6. Click "Calculate Cost"
  7. View your total cost estimate and other measurements
  8. All calculations are saved to the history panel

For basic board foot calculations without cost, visit our Board Foot Calculator.