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.
1 FBM = 0.519069618067 gal (UK). To convert board foot to gallon (UK), multiply the value by 0.519069618067; to go the other way, divide by it (1 gal (UK) = 1.92652385189 FBM). Both units measure volume and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 FBM = 0.519069618067 gal (UK)
- 1 gal (UK) = 1.92652385189 FBM
- 10 FBM = 5.19069618067 gal (UK)
- 100 FBM = 51.9069618067 gal (UK)
How to Convert Board Foot to Gallon (Uk)
1 FBM = 0.519069618067394 gal (UK)
Example: convert 15 FBM to gal (UK):
15 FBM = 15 × 0.519069618067394 gal (UK) = 7.78604427101091 gal (UK)
Board Foot to Gallon (Uk) Conversion Table
| board foot | gallon (UK) |
|---|---|
| 1 FBM | 0.519069618067 gal (UK) |
| 2 FBM | 1.03813923613 gal (UK) |
| 3 FBM | 1.5572088542 gal (UK) |
| 5 FBM | 2.59534809034 gal (UK) |
| 10 FBM | 5.19069618067 gal (UK) |
| 20 FBM | 10.3813923613 gal (UK) |
| 50 FBM | 25.9534809034 gal (UK) |
| 100 FBM | 51.9069618067 gal (UK) |
| 500 FBM | 259.534809034 gal (UK) |
| 1000 FBM | 519.069618067 gal (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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 board foot in gallon (UK)?
1 board foot (FBM) = 0.519069618067 gallon (UK) (gal (UK)).
How do you convert board foot to gallon (UK)?
Multiply the board foot value by 0.519069618067. For example, 25 FBM × 0.519069618067 = 12.9767404517 gal (UK).
What is 10 board foot in gallon (UK)?
10 FBM = 5.19069618067 gal (UK).
Which unit is larger, the board foot or the gallon (UK)?
The gallon (UK) is the larger unit: 1 FBM equals only 0.519069618067 gal (UK).