2007-03-13 13:25:36 · 2 answers · asked by gusto 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
What is linear feet? How do I convert it to feet??
Linear feet (often called Lineal feet) are the same as regular feet. No conversion
is necessary. If something is 6 linear feet tall, it is 6 feet tall. ...
www.onlineconversion.com/faq_04.htm
board foot
n., pl. board feet. (Abbr. bd. ft. or BF)
A unit of cubic measure for lumber, equal to one foot square by one inch thick.
-What is a Board Foot?
Explanation and glossary of lumber terms by Professor Eugene Wengert. May 2, 2001.
www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/ What_is_a_Board_Foot.html
All that follows is from answer:
One square foot, one inch thick = 144 cubic inches.
Another answerer is trying to blend the two numbers. They are not the same.
A 6' 2x4 is 6 linear feet, but 4 board feet
A 6' 4x12 is 6 linear feet, but 24 board feet.
At least if my math is right.
I hope this does more than confuse you. If I can help further I can be reached through my profile.
2007-03-13 14:25:57 · answer #1 · answered by gimpalomg 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The correct answer is 6...
"board feet" is based on volume, but "linear feet" is simply the length of the board.
2007-03-13 14:32:35 · answer #2 · answered by Gary H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋