Square Feet to Square Metres
Converting square feet to square metres? Multiply by 0.092903. Here is the formula and a reference chart.
Formula
square metres = square feet × 0.092903 square feet = square metres × 10.7639
Quick reference chart
| From | To |
|---|---|
| 1 ft² | 0.0929 m² |
| 10 ft² | 0.929 m² |
| 50 ft² | 4.645 m² |
| 100 ft² | 9.290 m² |
| 200 ft² | 18.58 m² |
| 500 ft² | 46.45 m² |
| 1000 ft² | 92.90 m² |
| 1500 ft² | 139.4 m² |
| 2000 ft² | 185.8 m² |
| 5000 ft² | 464.5 m² |
| 10000 ft² | 929.0 m² |
| 1 acre | 4047 m² |
When sq ft to sq m matters
The most common reason to convert square feet to square metres is comparing property sizes across countries. The US, UK (informally), and a few other countries list floor areas in square feet. Most of Europe, Australia, and Asia use square metres. If you are comparing a 900 sq ft New York apartment to a 75 m² Paris flat, you need the conversion: 900 sq ft = 83.6 m², so the Paris flat is slightly smaller.
UK property listings often appear in both units, with square footage preferred by estate agents for residential properties. However, commercial property and architectural plans almost always use square metres. A 1,200 sq ft open-plan office is 111.5 m². Floor plans from architects and builders in Europe are always in metres and square metres.
Interior design and renovation projects constantly cross this boundary. American carpet, flooring, and tile calculators often use square feet, while European product datasheets and installation guides use square metres. A room that is 15 feet × 12 feet (180 sq ft) needs 16.7 m² of flooring when buying from a European supplier. Always add 10% for cuts and wastage.
A quick mental reference for common property sizes: a studio apartment is typically 30–45 m² (320–485 sq ft). A one-bedroom flat runs 45–65 m² (485–700 sq ft). A three-bedroom house is often 100–140 m² (1,075–1,505 sq ft). A football pitch is about 7,140 m² (76,840 sq ft).
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Open Area Converter →Frequently asked questions
How many square metres is 1 square foot?
1 square foot equals 0.092903 square metres. To convert ft² to m², multiply by 0.092903.
How many square feet in a square metre?
1 square metre equals 10.7639 square feet. To convert m² to ft², multiply by 10.7639.
How big is 1000 square feet in metres?
1000 square feet equals 92.9 square metres. This is roughly a 9.6m × 9.6m room.
How many square metres is a square foot?
1 square foot is 0.092903 square metres, or about 929 square centimetres.
How do I convert a room from sq ft to sq m?
Multiply the square footage by 0.092903. Example: a 500 sq ft apartment = 500 × 0.092903 = 46.45 square metres.