Square Foot Calculator

Square Foot Formula:

\[ \text{Sq Ft} = \text{Length (ft)} \times \text{Width (ft)} \]

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1. What is a Square Foot?

A square foot (sq ft) is a unit of area measurement equal to a square measuring one foot on each side. It is commonly used in real estate, construction, and interior design to measure floor space or area.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple area formula:

\[ \text{Area} = \text{Length} \times \text{Width} \]

Where:

Length — Measurement in feet
Width — Measurement in feet

Explanation: Multiplying the length by width gives you the total area in square feet.

3. Importance of Square Foot Calculation

Details: Calculating square footage is essential for determining material quantities, property valuation, space planning, and meeting building code requirements.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter length and width in feet. All values must be positive numbers. The calculator will compute the area in square feet.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How many square feet is a 10x10 room?
A: A room that is 10 feet long and 10 feet wide has 100 square feet (10 × 10 = 100 sq ft).

Q2: How do you convert square feet to square meters?
A: Multiply square feet by 0.092903 to get square meters.

Q3: What's the difference between square feet and linear feet?
A: Square feet measure area (length × width), while linear feet measure length only.

Q4: How accurate should my measurements be?
A: For most purposes, measuring to the nearest inch (0.083 feet) is sufficient.

Q5: Does this calculator work for irregular shapes?
A: No, this only calculates rectangular areas. For irregular shapes, you would need to break them down into rectangles.