Built for the workbench
A good cut list does more than add up material. It shows how parts relate to the stock in front of you, makes blade kerf visible, and helps you spot a problem before a sheet of plywood or a length of lumber is cut. CutList.net is made for that planning step.
Use the sheet cut list optimizer for rectangular parts cut from plywood, MDF, melamine, and other panel materials. Use the linear cut list calculator for boards, pipe, tube, bar, and other stock that is cut along its length. Both tools are free to use and do not require an account.
What the calculators provide
Sheet cutting plans
Add stock sheets and rectangular parts, then allow for kerf, edge trim, material names, and an optional grain direction. The result shows sheet-by-sheet layouts, ordered full-panel cuts, offcuts, and any parts that did not fit.
Linear cutting plans
Add available stock lengths and finished pieces for lumber, pipe, tube, or bar. The plan accounts for kerf and end trim and reports each cut sequence and remaining offcut.
Useful exports
Review the result on screen, print it, or export a layout or cut list. Projects can also be saved in your browser or downloaded as a file for later use.
How the planning works
The tools compare practical arrangements to reduce material use. The sheet optimizer uses straight, full-panel (guillotine) cuts; the linear calculator arranges finished lengths within the stock you provide. A result is a useful plan, not a claim that no better arrangement can exist for every possible job.
Measure real stock, confirm the actual kerf of your saw, and allow for defects, trimming, machining, and safe handling. Always review the sequence against your equipment and use safe cutting practices. CutList.net cannot account for clamps, guards, machine limits, or the conditions in your shop.
Keep the work yours
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