Why Convert Square Feet to Square Meters?
Converting between square feet (ft²) and square meters (m²) is one of the most common area conversions. Whether for engineering, cooking, travel, or science, knowing how to quickly convert ft² to m² saves time and prevents errors.
Area conversions between ft² and m² are critical in real estate, agriculture, and urban planning. When buying property internationally, apartment sizes are quoted in square meters in most countries but square feet in the US. Agricultural land in China uses mu (亩), while Western countries use hectares or acres. Understanding area conversion helps compare real estate prices across different markets accurately.
How to Convert Square Feet to Square Meters
To convert square feet to square meters, use the following formula:
m² = ft² × 0.09290304
Example: 1 ft² = 0.09290304 m²
For example, 5 ft² = 0.4645152 m², 10 ft² = 0.9290304 m², and 100 ft² = 9.290304 m². Our calculator above performs this conversion instantly with full precision — no rounding errors.
Common Use Cases
- Typical US two-bedroom apartment: 1000 ft² = 92.90304 m²
- Average US single-family home: 2500 ft² = 232.2576 m²
- Small studio apartment (US): 500 ft² = 46.45152 m²
- Single-car garage: 200 ft² = 18.580608 m²
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Square vs linear: When converting area, the factor is squared. If 1 m = 3.281 ft, then 1 m² = 10.764 ft² (3.281²), not 3.281 ft².
- Hectare vs acre precision: 1 hectare = 2.471 acres. Many people round to 2.5, which introduces 1.2% error — significant for land transactions.
- Regional units: Asian countries use unique area units (畝/mu in China, 坪/pyeong in Korea/Taiwan). Don't assume universal standards.
Pro Tips
- Memorize the factor: 1 ft² = 0.09290304 m². For quick mental math, remember this base conversion.
- Quick reference: 5 ft² = 0.4645152 m² · 10 ft² = 0.9290304 m² · 25 ft² = 2.322576 m² · 50 ft² = 4.645152 m² · 100 ft² = 9.290304 m²
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Square Feet to Square Meters Conversion Table
| ft² | m² |
|---|---|
| 0.01 ft² | 0.0009290304 m² |
| 0.1 ft² | 0.009290304 m² |
| 0.5 ft² | 0.04645152 m² |
| 1 ft² | 0.09290304 m² |
| 2 ft² | 0.18580608 m² |
| 5 ft² | 0.4645152 m² |
| 10 ft² | 0.9290304 m² |
| 20 ft² | 1.8580608 m² |
| 50 ft² | 4.645152 m² |
| 100 ft² | 9.290304 m² |
| 500 ft² | 46.45152 m² |
| 1000 ft² | 92.90304 m² |
All values in this table are mathematically exact per NIST SP 811.