Convert deciliter to board foot
Please provide values below to convert deciliter [dL] to board foot [FBM], or Convert board foot to deciliter.
How to Convert Deciliter to Board Foot
1 dL = 0.0423776003531241 FBM
Example: convert 15 dL to FBM:
15 dL = 15 × 0.0423776003531241 FBM = 0.635664005296861 FBM
Deciliter to Board Foot Conversion Table
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Deciliter
A deciliter (dL) is a unit of volume equal to one-tenth of a liter, commonly used to measure liquids.
History/Origin
The deciliter was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to provide a convenient subdivision of the liter, facilitating measurements in cooking and scientific contexts.
Current Use
Deciliters are used in various countries for measuring liquids in cooking, nutrition labeling, and scientific experiments, especially where metric units are standard.
Board Foot
A board foot is a unit of volume measurement for lumber, representing a volume of 1 foot long by 1 foot wide by 1 inch thick.
History/Origin
The board foot originated in the United States in the 19th century as a standard measurement for lumber industry, simplifying trade and inventory calculations.
Current Use
It is still widely used in the lumber and woodworking industries to quantify and price wood volumes, especially in North America.