How to Switch From Board Foot to Lineal Foot Fast
If you've ever stood at a lumber counter feeling a bit lost, you probably need to know how to go from board foot to lineal foot without a massive headache. It's one of those things that seems simple until you're actually trying to calculate how much walnut you need for a dining table or how many cedar planks to buy for a deck. Most hardwood dealers sell by the board foot, but your project plans are almost certainly drawn up in lineal feet. That gap can lead to some expensive mistakes if you aren't careful. ...