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Lumber Volume Converter
Convert between board foot, cubic foot, cord for lumber volume.
Universal Lumber Volume Converter
About lumber volume conversions
Lumber volume conversions are used in forestry, construction, woodworking, and firewood sales. Our lumber volume converter covers the board foot, cubic foot, and cord. Whether you are estimating building materials, buying lumber, measuring firewood, or planning a woodworking project, this converter provides accurate lumber volume conversions.
Most popular lumber volume conversions
Available units
Popular lumber volume conversions (6 total)
Unit definitions
Board Foot (bf)
1 bf = 144 in³ = 0.00236 m³.
Origin: Traditional lumber measurement.
Current use: Lumber, Woodworking, Forestry
Cubic Foot (ft³)
1 ft³ = 0.028317 m³.
Origin: Imperial volume unit.
Current use: Shipping, HVAC, Construction
Cord (cord)
1 cord = 128 ft³ = 3.624556 m³.
Origin: Traditional firewood measurement.
Current use: Firewood, Forestry, Heating
Common uses for lumber volume conversions
Lumber volume conversions are used for construction estimating, timber sales, woodworking, and firewood measurement.
Frequently asked questions about lumber volume
How many board feet are in 1 cubic foot?+
1 cubic foot equals 12 board feet.
How many cubic feet are in 1 cord?+
1 cord equals 128 cubic feet.
Which lumber volume units does this converter support?+
It supports board feet, cubic feet, and cords.