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Free Printable Woodworking Cut List for Sheet Goods (PDF)
| Part | W (in) | L (in) | T (in) | Qty | Grain (Y/N) | Nested? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
How to use this sheet
- Print one page per sheet of plywood or panel material you plan to cut.
- List every part you need from this sheet in the table: name, width, length, thickness, and quantity.
- Mark grain direction Yes or No — whether you need grain to run parallel to the long dimension of the part.
- Use the blank 4×8 grid below the table to sketch a rough layout: draw rectangles to represent each part. A hand-drawn layout catches obvious waste before you commit at the saw.
- Transfer the layout to the actual sheet with a pencil and straightedge before cutting.
Questions
Is this template really free?
Yes. The PDF is free to download and print — no sign-up, no email.
Why hand-sketch a layout when software can do it?
For small projects, drawing it takes two minutes. The value isn't precision — it's the moment when you realize your original plan wastes an entire strip that could yield two more parts. A pencil catches this in seconds.
What's the grid scale?
The grid is for rough proportional sketching only — it's not to exact scale. If you need a precise nested layout, the Boardcut app computes the optimal arrangement and shows you exactly where to mark each cut.
Is there an app version?
Yes — Boardcut for iPhone takes your parts list and computes an optimized cut diagram. Free up to 10 pieces; full version $12.99 once, no subscription.
Want the log to analyze itself?
Boardcut for iPhone tracks the same things in seconds and shows you the patterns — free core, no account, and everything stays on your device.