# Lumber Metrics > Lumber and gravel calculators for US projects ## Posts - [Hello world!](https://lumbermetrics.com/hello-world/): Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing! ## Pages - [All Calculators](https://lumbermetrics.com/all-calculators/): Every calculator and guide in one place. - [Terms of Service](https://lumbermetrics.com/terms-of-service/): By using this site you agree to these terms. - [About Us](https://lumbermetrics.com/about-us/): Lumber Metrics is a free tool site for US DIYers, woodworkers, landscapers, and contractors. - [Contact Us](https://lumbermetrics.com/contact-us/): Have a question about a calculator, a wrong result, or a tool you want us to add? - [Privacy Policy](https://lumbermetrics.com/privacy-policy/): This site provides free calculators. We do not sell personal data. - [Tile Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/tile-calculator/): Estimate tile boxes for a floor or wall. - [Paint Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/paint-calculator/): Estimate paint gallons for a wall job. - [Brick Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/brick-calculator/): Estimate bricks for a wall. - [Flooring Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/flooring-calculator/): Estimate flooring boxes for a room. - [Decking Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/decking-calculator/): Estimate decking boards for a deck. - [Fence Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/fence-calculator/): Plan posts and concrete for a fence line. - [Board Foot to Square Feet](https://lumbermetrics.com/board-foot-to-square-feet/): Convert board feet to square feet for any thickness. - [Lumber Buying Guide](https://lumbermetrics.com/lumber-buying-guide/): Buy lumber with a cut list and the right questions. - [Gravel for French Drain Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/gravel-for-french-drain/): Estimate gravel for a French drain trench. - [Gravel for Shed Base Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/gravel-for-shed-base/): Plan a level, compacted gravel pad for a shed. - [Gravel for Path Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/gravel-for-path/): Estimate gravel for a comfortable walking path. - [Gravel for Patio Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/gravel-for-patio/): Plan a gravel patio in two layers. - [Sand Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/sand-calculator/): Estimate sand for pavers, play areas, and leveling. - [Soil Topsoil Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/soil-topsoil-calculator/): Estimate topsoil for raised beds and lawn topdressing. - [Mulch Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/mulch-calculator/): Estimate mulch by the cubic yard or by the bag. - [Concrete Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/concrete-calculator/): Estimate concrete for slabs and fence posts. - [Square Footage Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/square-footage-calculator/): Measure the area before you order material. - [Cubic Feet to Yards Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/cubic-feet-yards-calculator/): Volume hub: measure the area, pick the depth, and get cubic feet and cubic yards. 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet. - [Cubic Yards to Tons Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/cubic-yards-to-tons/): Suppliers quote gravel by the ton. Convert with the material density. - [Gravel Types Compared](https://lumbermetrics.com/gravel-types-compared/): Pick gravel by job: surface feel, drainage, compaction, and looks. - [Gravel Driveway Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/gravel-driveway-calculator/): Estimate each driveway layer separately. - [Pea Gravel Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/pea-gravel-calculator/): Pea gravel suits paths, beds, and decorative areas. Plan 2 to 3 inches of depth. Density is 1.25 to 1.50 tons per cubic yard. - [How Much Gravel for a Driveway? Layers, Depth, and Cost](https://lumbermetrics.com/how-much-gravel-for-a-driveway/): A gravel driveway is built in layers. Calculate each layer separately, then add them together. - [Nominal vs Actual Lumber Sizes Explained](https://lumbermetrics.com/nominal-vs-actual-lumber-sizes/): Lumber is sold by nominal size, but the actual size after planing and drying is smaller. A nominal 2 x 4 is actually 1.5 x 3.5 inches. - [Log Board Foot Calculator: Doyle, Scribner, and International Rules](https://lumbermetrics.com/log-board-foot-calculator/): Logs are scaled with different rules, including Doyle, Scribner, and International 1/4 inch. - [Board Foot Chart: Common Board Sizes in Board Feet](https://lumbermetrics.com/board-foot-chart/): Quick reference for common boards, in board feet: 1 x 6 x 8 ft = 4.00; 1 x 8 x 8 ft = 5.33; 2 x 4 x 8 ft nominal = 5.33; 1 x 12 x 12 ft = 12.00; 2 x 6 x 10 ft nominal = 10.00. - [How to Calculate Board Feet: Formula, Examples, and Common Mistakes](https://lumbermetrics.com/how-to-calculate-board-feet/): Formula: Board feet = thickness in inches x width in inches x length in feet, divided by 12. If all dimensions are in inches, divide by 144 instead. - [Gravel Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/gravel-calculator/): A gravel calculator works out how much gravel you need for a project, in cubic yards, tons, bags, and cost, before you order. - [Board Foot Calculator](https://lumbermetrics.com/): A board foot is a unit of volume for lumber, not length and not area. One board foot is a board 12 inches wide, 12 inches long, and 1 inch thick. [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)