Cover Board Calculator
Board dimensions from book block size and turn-in.
Inputs
Results
Board height (mm)
216
Board width (mm)
151
Board height (inches)8.5
Board width (inches)5.94
Total boards to cut2
Total board area (cm²)652
Recommended thickness (mm)2
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the text block height and width in millimeters after trimming or folding.
- Set the overhang (squares) in mm — the amount the board extends past the block; 3 mm (1/8 in) is standard.
- Enter the number of books to calculate total boards for a production run.
- Read the board height and width in mm and inches — these are the cut dimensions for each cover board.
- Use the recommended board thickness output to select the right weight of davey board for your book size.
- Divide the total board area in cm² by the board sheet size to plan how many sheets to purchase.
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