Lumber Buying Guide

Board foot = thickness (in) × width (in) × length (ft) ÷ 12. Enter nominal sizes as billed, or switch to actual measured sizes.

Thickness (inches)

Width (inches)

Length (feet)

Quantity

Price per board foot ($) - optional

Waste (%)

Per piece: - board feet

Total: - board feet

With waste: - board feet

Cost with waste: $-

Cubic feet: -

Estimate only. Species prices vary by yard, region and date. Confirm the final tally and price with your lumber supplier before ordering.

Buy lumber with a cut list and the right questions.

Before the yard

Bring your cut list in board feet, with waste included.

Nominal or actual billing? Price per board foot by species? Minimum order, delivery fee, and return policy for defects?

Check boards for warp, twist, knots, and cracks before loading. Species changes price and weight, not the board foot formula.

Estimate only. Confirm with your supplier before ordering.