Convert board foot to gallon (UK)

Please provide values below to convert board foot [FBM] to gallon (UK) [gal (UK)], or Convert gallon (UK) to board foot.




How to Convert Board Foot to Gallon (Uk)

1 FBM = 0.519069618067394 gal (UK)

Example: convert 15 FBM to gal (UK):
15 FBM = 15 Γ— 0.519069618067394 gal (UK) = 7.78604427101091 gal (UK)


Board Foot to Gallon (Uk) Conversion Table

board foot gallon (UK)

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.


Gallon (Uk)

The gallon (UK), also known as the imperial gallon, is a unit of volume used primarily in the United Kingdom, equal to 4.54609 liters.

History/Origin

The UK gallon was established in 1824 as part of the imperial system, replacing earlier gallons used in England. It was standardized with the adoption of the imperial system, based on the volume of 10 pounds of water at a specific temperature.

Current Use

The UK gallon is still used in the United Kingdom for measuring fuel, beverages, and other liquids, though the liter is increasingly common in official and scientific contexts.



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