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Square Footage Calculator

Calculate the area of any room, floor or space in square feet, meters or yards.

Multi-room calculator

What is this tool?

A square footage calculator is a free tool that calculates the floor area of any room or space. Simply enter the length and width of the area and get the square footage (sq ft) or square metres (m²) instantly. It supports multiple room shapes and unit conversions, making it perfect for home renovation, flooring and property projects.

How to Use — Step by Step

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Measure your spaceMeasure the length and width of your room or area using a tape measure. Write down both measurements.
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Enter the dimensionsType in the length and width values and select your unit — feet, metres, inches or centimetres.
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Get the areaThe square footage or square meterage is calculated instantly. Use the result for ordering materials or comparing property sizes.

Common Uses

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Flooring & Carpeting

Calculate how much flooring, carpet or tiles you need to order for a room, including 10% extra for waste.

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Painting

Work out how much paint you need by calculating the wall area of a room.

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Construction

Calculate floor slab areas, concrete requirements and material quantities for building projects.

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Property Listings

Accurately measure and advertise the square footage of a home, flat or commercial property.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate square footage?

Square Footage = Length (ft) × Width (ft). If measuring in metres, multiply by 10.764 to convert to square feet.

How many square feet are in a square metre?

1 square metre = 10.764 square feet. To convert m² to ft², multiply by 10.764. To convert ft² to m², divide by 10.764.

How much extra flooring should I order?

It is standard practice to order 10% extra to account for cutting waste, pattern matching and future repairs. Add 15% for rooms with many cuts or a diagonal pattern.

Can I calculate non-rectangular rooms?

Divide irregular rooms into rectangular sections, calculate each area separately and add them together.