1. What is a Standard Timber Section Sizes UK Calculator?

Definition: This calculator estimates the volume of timber based on standard UK section sizes using length, width, and thickness measurements.

Purpose: It helps carpenters, builders, and DIYers determine timber volume for projects using common UK timber dimensions.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( V \) — Volume of timber (cubic meters)
• \( L \) — Length (meters)
• \( W \) — Width (meters, e.g., 0.047 for 47mm)
• \( T \) — Thickness (meters, e.g., 0.1 for 100mm)

Explanation: The calculator multiplies the three dimensions to get the total volume in cubic meters.

3. Common UK Timber Section Sizes

Standard Sizes:

• 47×100 mm (actual size: 45×95 mm)
• 47×150 mm (actual size: 45×145 mm)
• 47×200 mm (actual size: 45×195 mm)
• 72×100 mm (actual size: 70×95 mm)
• 72×150 mm (actual size: 70×145 mm)

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the length in meters, width (default 0.047m for 47mm), and thickness (default 0.1m for 100mm). All values must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why are UK timber sizes nominal?
A: Nominal sizes (e.g., 47×100 mm) refer to pre-planed dimensions, while actual sizes are slightly smaller after planing.

Q2: How do I convert mm to meters?
A: Divide mm by 1000 (e.g., 47mm = 0.047m, 100mm = 0.1m).

Q3: What's the difference between width and thickness?
A: For rectangular sections, width is typically the larger face dimension, thickness the smaller.

Q4: How accurate are these calculations?
A: Very accurate for rectangular sections, but remember actual timber sizes are slightly smaller than nominal.

Q5: Can I calculate multiple pieces?
A: Multiply the result by the number of identical pieces needed.