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Woodworking
Board Feet Lumber Calculator
Calculates total board feet of lumber needed for a project, including a waste factor for cuts and defects. Use it when estimating material quantities and costs at the lumber yard.
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Woodworking
Mortise and Tenon Calculator
Calculates tenon thickness as two-thirds of the rail thickness, rounded to the nearest 1/16 inch β the classic rule for strong mortise-and-tenon joints. Use it when laying out frame-and-panel furniture or door construction.
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Key differences
| Board Feet Lumber Calculator | Mortise and Tenon Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Woodworking | Woodworking |
| Inputs required | 5 | 2 |
| Result | Total Board Feet (bf) | Tenon Thickness (inches) |
| What it does | Calculates total board feet of lumber needed for a project, including a waste factor for cuts and defects. Use it when estimating material quantities and costs at the lumber yard. | Calculates tenon thickness as two-thirds of the rail thickness, rounded to the nearest 1/16 inch β the classic rule for strong mortise-and-tenon joints. Use it when laying out frame-and-panel furniture or door construction. |