How square footage is calculated
For a rectangle, multiply length by width. If you enter multiple same-size spaces, the area is multiplied by the quantity. Meter dimensions are converted to square feet for the primary result.
Calculate the total area of one or more same-size rectangular spaces.
For irregular layouts, split the space into rectangles, calculate each section and add the areas.
For a rectangle, multiply length by width. If you enter multiple same-size spaces, the area is multiplied by the quantity. Meter dimensions are converted to square feet for the primary result.
Square footage is useful for flooring, paint coverage estimates, room planning and material takeoffs. Material purchases often need an additional waste allowance that depends on the product and installation pattern.
Divide the layout into rectangles, calculate each rectangle separately and add the areas.
There are 9 square feet in one square yard.
No. The result is geometric area only. Add the waste percentage recommended for your material and installation pattern.