Board Foot & Yield Calculator
Accurately calculate hardwood lumber volume, waste factor, and total material cost.
Nominal Dimensions
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Purchase & Yield Variables
Add 15-30% for milling loss, knots, and bad ends.
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Lumber yard cost per board foot (Optional).
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Amount to Purchase (Gross BF)
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Board Feet (BF)
Net Volume (Exact Project Size):
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Waste/Overage Volume Added:
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Single Piece Net Volume:
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Note: Lumber is sold by Gross BF. Net BF is the final milled size in your project.
Lumber Purchase Report
Project / Material:
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Nominal Specifications
Amount to Purchase (Gross)
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BF
Includes – Waste Factor
Volume Breakdown
1 Board Foot = 144 Cubic Inches (1″ Thick × 12″ Wide × 12″ Long)