Lumber Quantity Calculator Connector for AI agents.
3 live capabilities
Get precise lumber estimates and board feet for framing projects.
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Why people use Lumber Quantity Calculator
Lumber Quantity Calculator for Accurate Construction Bidding
This Connector lets you just tell your agent the dimensions and framing style. It spits out the board feet and counts instantly. You get a reliable list you can actually trust for your next bid.
What Vinkius changes
You get a precise material list for any framing project without doing the math yourself.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
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- Real-world use case 01
Bidding a new residential build
An estimator needs total board feet for a 2,000 sq ft house and uses calculate_wall_framing to generate a quote.
- Real-world use case 02
Ordering for a deck
A carpenter needs to know how many joists to buy for a 20x30 deck and uses calculate_floor_joists.
- Real-world use case 03
Planning a garage
A DIYer wants to know how many studs for a 12-foot high wall and uses calculate_wall_framing.
Complete set · 3capabilities
The complete Lumber Quantity Calculator capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Lumber Quantity Calculator.
01—03
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 3 available through Lumber Quantity Calculator.
- 01 Capability
Calculate floor joists
This capability determines the number of joists and total lumber needed for a floor. You just provide the span and spacing to get the correct counts.
- 02 Capability
Calculate roof rafters
This capability calculates the lumber required for roof rafters. It takes into account the area, pitch, and spacing of your roof design.
- 03 Capability
Calculate wall framing
This capability calculates the total board feet and stud count for wall framing. It uses height, area, and spacing to give you an accurate lumber list.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Lumber Quantity Calculator to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Lumber Quantity Calculator from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_AZLBJlPGDkDgLO7ROFKMoCpXQtTeyPv4Nrk149uv/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Lumber Quantity Calculator, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Lumber Quantity Calculator for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_AZLBJlPGDkDgLO7ROFKMoCpXQtTeyPv4Nrk149uv/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Lumber Quantity Calculator URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Lumber Quantity Calculator in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"lumber-quantity-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_AZLBJlPGDkDgLO7ROFKMoCpXQtTeyPv4Nrk149uv/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Lumber Quantity Calculator
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Lumber Quantity Calculator, help me...". 3 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"lumber-quantity-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_AZLBJlPGDkDgLO7ROFKMoCpXQtTeyPv4Nrk149uv/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Lumber Quantity Calculator
Ask Copilot: "Using Lumber Quantity Calculator, help me...". 3 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"lumber-quantity-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_AZLBJlPGDkDgLO7ROFKMoCpXQtTeyPv4Nrk149uv/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Lumber Quantity Calculator
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Lumber Quantity Calculator, help me...". 3 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"lumber-quantity-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_AZLBJlPGDkDgLO7ROFKMoCpXQtTeyPv4Nrk149uv/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Lumber Quantity Calculator
Ask Cline: "Using Lumber Quantity Calculator, help me...". 3 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add lumber-quantity-calculator --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_AZLBJlPGDkDgLO7ROFKMoCpXQtTeyPv4Nrk149uv/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Lumber Quantity Calculator
Ask Claude: "Using Lumber Quantity Calculator, show me...". 3 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Lumber Quantity Calculator can move forward.
This is for construction project managers who need accurate bids and carpenters who want to avoid multiple trips to the supply yard.
Construction Estimator
Creates accurate material bids for clients by converting blueprints into lumber lists.
Framing Contractor
Orders materials for a specific job site to ensure the crew never runs short on studs or plates.
DIY Home Builder
Plans a shed or deck build without overbuying materials from the local supply yard.
Build the capability set
Add more capabilities.
Each Connector adds new actions and data without changing how you work.
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Calculate the exact amount of tiles, wood, or porcelain needed for your flooring project.
Masonry Quantity Calculator
Calculate the number of masonry units, mortar volume, and required cement and sand for wall construction.
Room Square Footage Calculator
Calculate complex room areas and estimate material requirements with waste factors.
Concrete Yardage Calculator
Calculate concrete volume, 80lb bag requirements, and regional cost estimates for slabs, footings, walls, and columns.
Lumber Cut List Generator
Optimize wood cutting from standard lumber and plywood stock.
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Before you connect
Questions about Lumber Quantity Calculator.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can the Lumber Quantity Calculator MCP help with different framing styles?
Yes, it handles both platform and balloon framing styles. You just need to specify which style you are using when you ask for the estimate.
Does the Lumber Quantity Calculator MCP include a waste factor?
Yes, it includes a built-in waste factor in its calculations. This helps ensure you order enough material to finish the job without significant overages.
Can I use the Lumber Quantity Calculator MCP for roof rafters?
Absolutely. You can provide the roof area, pitch, and spacing, and it will give you the total board feet and rafter counts.
How accurate are the board feet estimates from the Lumber Quantity Calculator MCP?
The estimates are highly precise for standard framing. By providing specific dimensions and spacing, you get a much more reliable count than using general rules of thumb.
Can the Lumber Quantity Calculator MCP handle different stud spacings?
Yes, it can calculate requirements for both 16-inch and 24-inch on-center spacing, depending on your specific project needs.
Is the Lumber Quantity Calculator MCP good for DIY projects?
It is excellent for DIY projects like building a shed, deck, or fence. It helps you get a solid material list so you can buy exactly what you need at the yard.
How does the calculator handle waste?
The system automatically applies a hardcoded waste factor between 10% and 15% to all calculations to cover material loss during cutting.
Can I calculate different types of framing?
Yes, the calculate_wall_framing capability supports both platform and balloon framing methods.
What units are used in the results?
All volume estimates are provided in board feet, a standard unit for measuring lumber.
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