Square Feet to Square Meters calculator Instantly convert any area from square feet (ft²) to square meters (m²)
with accurate, real-time results.
Fast, free, and perfect for home layouts, floor plans, and property calculations.
How to Convert Square Feet to Square Meters
If you often handle floor plans, construction estimates, or property data, you can easily convert
square feet (ft²) to square meters (m²) directly in Microsoft Excel — no calculator needed.
Formula: =A1*0.092903
💡 Example: If cell A1 contains 500 (square feet), enter the formula above in another cell —
Excel will instantly return 46.45 m².
✅ Perfect for engineers, architects, and real estate professionals who use spreadsheets
to manage area calculations daily.
What Is a Square Foot and a Square Meter?
A square foot (ft²) and a square meter (m²) are both units used to measure area, but they belong to
two different measurement systems. The square foot is part of the U.S. customary (imperial) system,
while the square meter is the metric standard used globally.
Square Foot (ft²) — Imperial System
- 1 ft² = area of a square that is 1 foot by 1 foot
- Commonly used in U.S. real estate and construction
- Example: A 10×10 room = 100 sq ft
Square Meter (m²) — Metric System
- 1 m² = area of a square that is 1 meter by 1 meter
- Used worldwide in engineering, architecture, and design
- 1 ft² = 0.092903 m²
1 sq ft = 0.092903 m² •
1 m² ≈ 10.7639 sq ft
⚠️ Note on “Foot” vs “Feet”: Both refer to the same unit of length.
Foot is singular (1 foot), while feet is plural (e.g. 10 feet = 10 ft).
When measuring area, we say square foot for one, and square feet for more than one.
Conversion Square Feet to Square Meters Formula
The relationship between square feet (ft²) and square meters (m²) is based on a fixed conversion factor.
Since one foot equals 0.3048 meters, squaring that number gives the precise area conversion value:
Formula: Square Meters = Square Feet × 0.092903
This means that every square foot covers 0.092903 square meters.
To find the area in meters, just multiply your value in square feet by this number.
✅ So if a room measures 100 square feet, its equivalent area is approximately 9.29 square meters.
Step-by-Step Examples
The table below shows how to convert square feet (ft²) to square meters (m²) step by step.
Each value is multiplied by the conversion factor 0.092903 to get the result in square meters.
| Square Feet (ft²) | × 0.092903 | Result (m²) |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 100 × 0.092903 | 9.29 |
| 200 | 200 × 0.092903 | 18.58 |
| 500 | 500 × 0.092903 | 46.45 |
| 1,000 | 1,000 × 0.092903 | 92.90 |
💡 Simply multiply any square-foot value by 0.092903 to get its square-meter equivalent.
The larger the area in square feet, the proportionally larger the result in square meters.
Quick Reference Table
Use this quick reference table to find the most common square feet to square meters conversions instantly.
These values are especially useful for property measurements, floor layouts, and online listings.
| Square Feet (ft²) | Square Meters (m²) |
|---|---|
| 120 | 11.148 |
| 200 | 18.58 |
| 500 | 46.45 |
| 1,000 | 92.90 |
| 2,400 | 222.96 |
| 3,200 | 297.29 |
| 3,500 | 325.16 |
| 5,000 | 464.52 |
| 10,000 | 929.03 |
| 20,000 | 1,858.06 |
💡 Tip: To calculate any other value, simply multiply the number of square feet by 0.092903 — or use the converter above for instant results.
Common Mistake — Square Feet vs Cubic Feet
One of the most common confusions in measurement is between square feet (ft²) and cubic feet (ft³).
Although they sound similar, they represent completely different things — area vs. volume.
Square Feet (ft²)
- Measures area — a two-dimensional surface.
- Used for floor space, land, and walls.
- Example: a 10×10 room = 100 sq ft.
Cubic Feet (ft³)
- Measures volume — a three-dimensional space.
- Used for storage, liquids, or air capacity.
- Example: a box 2 ft × 2 ft × 2 ft = 8 cubic ft.
Each has its own conversion system.
If you’re looking to convert cubic feet to cubic meters, that’s a different type of calculation —
use a dedicated Cubic Feet to Cubic Meters Converter instead.
It works with volumetric measurements rather than surface area.
FAQs – Square Feet to Square Meters Converter
1) How do you convert square feet to square meters?
Multiply by 0.092903. Example: 250 sq ft × 0.092903 = 23.226 m². Use the free converter above for instant results.
2) What is 20×20 in sq ft?
20 ft × 20 ft = 400 sq ft (≈ 37.16 m²).
3) How many feet is 1 sq ft?
A square foot is area, not length. It’s the area of a square with sides of 1 foot × 1 foot.
4) Is a 10×10 room equal to 100 sq ft?
Yes. 10 ft × 10 ft = 100 sq ft (≈ 9.2903 m²).
5) How to convert square feet to square meters in Excel?
Use: =A1*0.092903. Works the same in Google Sheets.
6) Is “square meters is 10 feet by 10 feet” correct?
10×10 ft is 100 sq ft, which is ≈ 9.2903 m². So a 10×10 ft room is about 9.29 square meters.
7) How many square meters is 100 square feet?
9.2903 m².
8) How many square meters is 1,000 square feet?
92.903 m².
9) How many square feet are in 1 square meter?
1 m² ≈ 10.7639 sq ft.
10) Is this tool free to use?
Yes — the Square Feet to Square Meters Converter is 100% free, accurate, and mobile-friendly.
Common Uses of Square Feet to Square Meters Conversion
Converting between square feet (ft²) and square meters (m²) is essential in many professional and everyday applications.
Below are the most common fields where both measurement systems are used side by side:
- Construction & Architecture: Translating building plans, layouts, and materials between U.S. and metric standards.
- Interior Design: Measuring flooring, wall space, and furniture fit in global projects.
- Real Estate: Listing and comparing property sizes for international buyers.
- Engineering: Calculating technical drawings and manufacturing specs using both systems.
- Agriculture & Land Management: Estimating field areas and greenhouse dimensions.
🔗 Learn more about area measurement systems on
Wikipedia.
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