Answered by Nicole La Capria
April 18, 2013Thank you for visiting Movers.com!
CBF is an acronym for "cubic feet", a common measurement used to indicate volume when moving. To determine an item's cubic feet, you first measure its length and width. If it less than a full foot, you can use inches and convert it to feet later.
Next, multiply the length by the width to determine the area in square feet (or square inches).
L x W =area (sq ft/in)
For example, if you are measuring a box that is two feet long and two feet wide, the area of that box would equal four square feet (or 576 square inches).
2 ft x 2 ft = 4 sq ft
24 in x 24 in = 576 sq in
Next, measure the height of the object and multiply your area by the height.
H x A = CBF
For example, if the height is also two feet, your box would measure eight cubic feet (or 13,824 cubic inches)
4 sq ft x 2 ft = 8 cb ft
576 sq in x 24 in = 13,824 cb in
To translate cubic inches into cubic feet, divide the result by 1728.
13,824 cb in / 1728= 8 cb ft
To calculate the volume and weight of common household items for your upcoming relocation, use this helpful weight cost tool. Then start comparing free quotes from moving companies in your area by filling out our fast and easy form, and do not forget to stop back and give us feedback on your experience by writing a moving review!
Was this answer helpful to you? Please leave us a comment!