Convert dessertspoon (US) to board foot
Please provide values below to convert dessertspoon (US) [dsp (US)] to board foot [FBM], or Convert board foot to dessertspoon (US).
How to Convert Dessertspoon (Us) to Board Foot
1 dsp (US) = 0.00417751730997842 FBM
Example: convert 15 dsp (US) to FBM:
15 dsp (US) = 15 × 0.00417751730997842 FBM = 0.0626627596496762 FBM
Dessertspoon (Us) to Board Foot Conversion Table
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Dessertspoon (Us)
A dessertspoon (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to 1/3 of a US tablespoon, typically used in cooking to measure small quantities of ingredients.
History/Origin
The dessertspoon originated as a culinary measurement in the United States, historically used to specify serving sizes and ingredient quantities. Its exact size has varied over time but generally aligns with a third of a tablespoon.
Current Use
Today, the dessertspoon (US) is rarely used in precise measurements but remains a common informal term in recipes and cooking instructions for small ingredient quantities, especially in the US.
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.