Mini Calculator
Estimate total cost
Enter total board feet and the supplier's price per board foot. The calculator multiplies them for a quick estimate.
Estimated total cost
$208.00
Formula
Cost formula for board foot pricing
Once you know total board feet, cost estimation is direct:
Total Cost = Total Board Feet x Price Per Board Foot
If a bundle contains 64 board feet and the yard charges $3.25 per board foot, total cost is $208.00 before tax, waste allowance, and shipping.
Examples
Typical pricing scenarios
| Total board feet | Price per BF | Total cost |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | $4.50 | $135.00 |
| 64 | $3.25 | $208.00 |
| 125 | $6.10 | $762.50 |
Buying Tips
What to add on top of raw board foot cost
- Waste allowance for defects, grain matching, or trim loss.
- Machining or surfacing fees if the yard sells rough stock.
- Separate pricing for different species, grades, or thicknesses.
- Freight, tax, and minimum order charges.
For project estimates, many buyers calculate net board feet first and then add a waste margin before multiplying by price.