Square Feet to Square Meter

Conversion formula: sq ft to sq m

How to convert square feet to square meter

Converting square feet to square meters is simple and intuitive. You can choose one of two ways:

• Method 1: Divide square feet by 10.764
• Method 2: Multiply square feet by 0.092903

Both solutions are correct. Choose one of them or use our online calculator.

Square foot

Definition

A square foot (ft²) denotes the area of a square whose sides each measure exactly one foot (0.3048 m) in length. It is an established unit of area in both the Imperial and US customary systems, commonly abbreviated as sq ft or ft². One sq ft equals 144 square inches and approximately 0.092903 m².

History

The foot traces back to ancient anthropomorphic measures used by Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, later standardized in medieval England under King Henry I (reigned 1100–1135). As land and textile trades required two‑dimensional measures, the square foot naturally emerged in the 13th century alongside yard and rod units. Its formal codification in 1824 by the British Weights and Measures Act entrenched it across the Empire and, subsequently, the United States.

Current Use

Today, the square foot remains the principal area unit in the United States and parts of the UK, underpinning real estate listings, construction plans, and interior design specifications. Architects and builders calculate material quantities—such as flooring, drywall, and paint—by square feet to streamline procurement and cost estimation. Retailers of carpets, countertops, and pavers also price products per square foot, ensuring precise ordering and minimal waste.

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Dimensions of Square Feet

Unit	1 Square feet
Square inches	144 sq in
Square yard	0.111111111 sq yd
Square meters	0.09290304 sq mt
Square centimeters	929.0304 sq cm
Acre	0,000023 acre
Hectare	0,000009 ha
Cent	0,002296 cent
Ares	0,000929 ares

Square meter

Definition

A square meter (m²) is the SI‑derived unit of area defined by a square whose sides each measure exactly one meter in length. It is the foundational metric measure for two‑dimensional space and is universally abbreviated as m² or sq m.

History

The metre was introduced by the French Academy in 1791, formalized in 1795, to replace disparate regional units with a decimal-based standard. The square meter emerged concurrently as the natural area unit once linear measures became uniform, facilitating scientific precision and international collaboration.

Current Use

Today, the square meter underpins area measurement in nearly all countries, from real estate listings and architectural plans to lab work and agriculture. Its coherence with SI prefixes (e.g., km², cm²) ensures seamless scalability across applications in engineering, urban planning, and environmental science.

Popular Square Feet to Square Meters conversions

Square Feet	Square Meter
1 sq ft	0,092903 sq m
2 sq ft	0,185806 sq m
3 sq ft	0,278709 sq m
4 sq ft	0,371612 sq m
5 sq ft	0,464515 sq m
6 sq ft	0,557418 sq m
7 sq ft	0,650321 sq m
8 sq ft	0,743224 sq m
9 sq ft	0,836127 sq m
10 sq ft	0,929030 sq m
11 sq ft	1,021933 sq m
12 sq ft	1,114836 sq m
13 sq ft	1,207739 sq m
14 sq ft	1,300642 sq m
15 sq ft	1,393545 sq m
16 sq ft	1,486448 sq m
17 sq ft	1,579351 sq m
18 sq ft	1,672254 sq m
19 sq ft	1,765157 sq m
20 sq ft	1,858060 sq m

Difference between Square Feet and Square Meter

Aspect	Square Foot (ft²)	Square Meter (m²)
Definition	Area of a square with 1-foot sides	Area of a square with 1-meter sides
Measurement System	Imperial & US customary units	International System of Units (SI)
Conversion Factor	1 ft² = 0.092903 m²	1 m² = 10.76391 ft²
Symbol & Abbreviation	ft² or sq ft	m² or sq m
Common Applications	Real estate listings, flooring, interior design, construction estimates	Architectural plans, land area, scientific measurements, international trade documentation