1. What is a Cord of Wood?

A cord is a unit of measure for dry volume used to measure firewood and pulpwood in the United States and Canada. A standard cord is 128 cubic feet of wood, typically arranged in a stack 4 feet high, 4 feet wide, and 8 feet long.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the cord formula:

Where:

• Length — Length of wood stack in feet
• Height — Height of wood stack in feet
• Width — Width of wood stack in feet
• 128 — Cubic feet in a standard cord

Explanation: The equation calculates what portion of a full cord your wood stack represents based on its dimensions.

3. Importance of Cord Calculation

Details: Accurate cord calculation helps in fair pricing when buying or selling firewood, and ensures you have enough wood for heating needs.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Measure your wood stack's length, height, and width in feet. Enter these values to calculate how many cords of wood you have. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's the difference between a full cord and face cord?
A: A full cord is 128 cubic feet (typically 4x4x8 feet). A face cord is typically 1/3 of a full cord (4x8 feet but only the width of one log length).

Q2: How should wood be stacked for accurate measurement?
A: Wood should be stacked neatly in a line or row with pieces parallel and compact, without significant gaps.

Q3: Does wood species affect cord measurement?
A: No, cord is a volume measurement. However, different wood species have different energy content per cord.

Q4: How much heating does one cord provide?
A: Depends on wood type and efficiency of your stove/fireplace, but typically 15-25 million BTUs per cord.

Q5: Are there regional variations in cord measurements?
A: Some regions use terms like "rick" or "face cord" differently. Always confirm what measurement is being used when buying.