Square Foot to Square Meter Converter
Convert Square Feet to Square Meters
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Square Feet to Square Meters
To convert from square feet (ft²) to square meters (m²), you divide the area in square feet by 10.7639. For more information about square feet as a unit of measurement, visit our square feet page.
Formula
Square Meters = Square Feet / 10.7639
or
m² = ft² / 10.7639
Step-by-step process
- Take the area in square feet.
- Divide it by 10.7639.
- The result is the equivalent area in square meters.
Examples
- 1 ft² = 1 / 10.7639 = 0.0929 m²
- 5 ft² = 5 / 10.7639 = 0.4645 m²
- 10 ft² = 10 / 10.7639 = 0.929 m²
- 25 ft² = 25 / 10.7639 = 2.3225 m²
When to Convert Square Feet to Square Meters
This conversion is useful when working with building plans or property measurements in countries that use metric units.
Real Estate
Property sizes are often advertised in square feet in countries like the United States, and converting to square meters can be useful for international comparisons.
Construction
Building plans and material estimates often use square meters, requiring conversion from imperial designs.
Common Square Feet to Square Meters Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Square Feet (ft²) | Square Meters (m²) | Square Feet (ft²) | Square Meters (m²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0929 | 20 | 1.858 |
| 2 | 0.1858 | 30 | 2.787 |
| 5 | 0.4645 | 40 | 3.716 |
| 10 | 0.929 | 50 | 4.645 |
| 15 | 1.3935 | 100 | 9.2903 |
| 10.7639 | 1 | 200 | 18.5806 |
| 25 | 2.3225 | 500 | 46.4515 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square meters are in a square foot?
There are approximately 0.092903 square meters in a square foot.
How do I convert square meters to square feet?
To convert from square meters to square feet, you multiply the area in square meters by 10.7639. For example, 5 m² is equal to 5 * 10.7639 = 53.8195 ft².