1. What is a Board Foot to Lineal Foot Calculator?

Definition: This calculator converts board feet measurement to lineal feet based on the lumber's thickness and width.

Purpose: It helps woodworkers, carpenters, and construction professionals determine the length of lumber needed when working with board feet measurements.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• Lineal Ft — Length in feet
• BF — Board feet measurement
• T — Thickness in inches
• W — Width in inches

Explanation: The formula converts the volume measurement (board feet) to a length measurement (lineal feet) using the cross-sectional dimensions of the lumber.

3. Importance of Board Foot to Lineal Foot Conversion

Details: This conversion is essential when purchasing lumber, planning projects, or comparing different sizing options while maintaining the same volume of material.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the board feet measurement, thickness (default 1 inch), and width (default 12 inches). All values must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a board foot?
A: A board foot is a volume measurement equal to 1 foot × 1 foot × 1 inch (or equivalent).

Q2: Why multiply by 12 in the formula?
A: The 12 converts inches to feet since board feet uses inches for thickness while lineal feet uses feet for length.

Q3: What's the difference between board feet and lineal feet?
A: Board feet measures volume, while lineal feet measures length. This calculator converts between them based on dimensions.

Q4: When would I need this conversion?
A: When you know how many board feet you need but suppliers price by lineal foot, or when planning cuts from stock.

Q5: Does this work for metric measurements?
A: No, this calculator uses imperial units (inches and feet). For metric, you'd need different conversion factors.