Discover the ease of converting board feet to stere with our user-friendly bf to m³ tool, designed by Newtum. Get accurate conversions in an instant!
A board foot is a unit of measurement for the volume of lumber in the United States and Canada. It represents a one-foot length of a board that is one foot wide and one inch thick. Board foot calculations are crucial for lumber transactions, ensuring customers receive a fair volume for their purchases.
Definition of StereA stere is a unit of volume used for firewood and other bulk commodities in some European countries. It is equivalent to one cubic meter. The stere allows sellers and buyers to measure quantities of loosely stacked materials in a consistent and regulated way, aiding in commercial transactions.
Board Foot | Stere (m³) |
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1 bf | 0.00235974 m³ |
5 bf | 0.0117987 m³ |
10 bf | 0.0235974 m³ |
15 bf | 0.0353961 m³ |
20 bf | 0.0471948 m³ |
25 bf | 0.0589935 m³ |
30 bf | 0.0707922 m³ |
35 bf | 0.0825909 m³ |
40 bf | 0.0943896 m³ |
50 bf | 0.117987 m³ |
Example 1:
Convert 10 board feet to stere:
10 bf = 10 × 0.00235974 m³ ≈ 0.0235974 m³
Example 2:
Convert 25 board feet to stere:
25 bf = 25 × 0.00235974 m³ ≈ 0.0589935 m³
The concept of a board foot originated in the lumber industry for measuring the volume of timber. With the increasing need for international trade, the stere was introduced in Europe for bulk goods. Our Board Foot to Stere Converter bridges the gap between these two units, making transactions smoother and more understandable across different regions.
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Example 1:
Converting 30 board feet to stere:
30 bf = 30 × 0.00235974 m³ ≈ 0.0707922 m³
Example 2:
Converting 45 board feet to stere:
45 bf = 45 × 0.00235974 m³ ≈ 0.1061853 m³
What is a board foot?
A board foot is a unit of volume used to measure lumber, equivalent to a piece of wood that is 12 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 1 inch thick.
How do I convert board feet to steres?
Use our Board Foot to Stere Converter by entering the number of board feet and clicking 'Convert' to get the volume in steres.
Can I convert steres back to board feet?
Yes, our converter also allows you to convert steres back into board feet for versatile applications.