Workshop guide
How to calculate board feet
Understand the board-foot formula, rough versus finished dimensions, and a mixed-size lumber tally.
Read guide →Less waste. More making.
Every cut counts.
Build your cut list. Find a better layout. Get back to the workshop.
1 Sheet & material
2 Parts to cut
Turn off rotation to keep each part’s length along the sheet’s grain.
Runs in your browser. No account needed.
Sheets needed
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Material used
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Offcuts + kerf
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Your cutting layout
Dimensions shown in millimeters
Cut dimensions include blade spacing.
A better place for every piece.
We compare 15 cutting arrangements and keep the best layout found. Offcuts include blade loss; minimum waste is not guaranteed.
Good projects start with the right numbers.
Practical calculators for every stage of your build.
Board Foot Calculator
Lumber volume, board feet, and project cost.
Plywood Cut Optimizer
Plan plywood cuts with grain direction in mind.
Linear Cut Optimizer
Fit your cuts into boards, strips, and trim.
Wood Weight Calculator
Estimate mass from volume and wood density.
Deck Board Calculator
Count decking rows, boards, and allowance.
Cabinet Door Calculator
Size inset or overlay cabinet doors.
Miter Angle Calculator
Find equal miters for a measured corner.
Woodworking Fraction Calculator
Add, subtract, multiply, or divide fractions.
✓ No account needed✓ Metric & imperial tools✓ Calculations stay in your browser✓ Formulas you can check
A little know-how goes a long way.
Clear answers to the measurements that matter.
Workshop guide
How to plan a plywood cut list
Plan finished panels with kerf, grain, thickness, and offcuts accounted for.
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Nominal vs. actual lumber sizes
Choose the right dimensions for fit, physical volume, and a supplier’s lumber tally.
Read guide →Woodworking math, ready when you need it
WoodMeasure brings cut planning, lumber estimates, joinery dimensions, and conversions into one place. Start with the cut planner or choose a calculator for a specific measurement. Each formula-based tool includes its method, a worked example, and the assumptions behind the result.
Use the board foot calculator for hardwood buying, the plywood optimizer for grain-conscious panel planning, or the linear optimizer for trim and narrow stock. Calculations run on this page without a paid account or external calculation service.