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Do the math before you make the first cut.

61 free calculators for board feet, cut lists, miter angles, screw lengths and finish coverage — in inches or millimeters, right on your phone.

Calculators

Calculate lumber volume and total material cost.

How many standard boards do you need?

Saw settings for frames and multi-sided boxes.

The right screw length and drill stop.

Will your shelf bow under books? Check before you build.

Seasonal expansion of tabletops and panels by species.

How much stain, poly or oil to buy for your project.

Tape-measure fractions to millimeters and back.

Need ready-to-build plans?

5 complete build plans with cut lists — $14.

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Which wood for which project? Pine, oak, beech, plywood and MDF compared.

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Save 15–30% on lumber costs with a smart cut list and the right order of cuts.

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Protect your eyes, ears, lungs and fingers. Essential rules for every home shop.

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How to calculate the true cost: lumber, hardware, finish, wear and tear, and your hours.