Convert gallon (UK) to board foot
Please provide values below to convert gallon (UK) [gal (UK)] to board foot [FBM], or Convert board foot to gallon (UK).
How to Convert Gallon (Uk) to Board Foot
1 gal (UK) = 1.92652385189334 FBM
Example: convert 15 gal (UK) to FBM:
15 gal (UK) = 15 × 1.92652385189334 FBM = 28.8978577784001 FBM
Gallon (Uk) to Board Foot Conversion Table
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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.
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.