1. What is Square Footage?

Square footage is a measurement of area, specifically the total area of a space measured in square feet. It's calculated by multiplying the length by the width of each room or space and summing all these areas together.

2. How to Calculate Square Footage

The basic formula for calculating square footage is:

For multiple rooms:

• Measure each room's length and width in feet
• Multiply length by width for each room
• Sum all individual room areas

3. Importance of Accurate Measurements

Details: Accurate square footage calculations are essential for real estate valuation, construction planning, flooring estimates, and interior design projects.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

• Measure each room at floor level
• Round measurements to the nearest inch (0.08 feet)
• For irregular rooms, divide into rectangular sections
• Don't include non-livable spaces like garages

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Should I measure inside or outside walls?
A: For interior spaces, measure inside the walls. For exterior measurements (like house footprint), measure outside.

Q2: How do I measure rooms with alcoves?
A: Divide into rectangles, calculate each separately, then sum the areas.

Q3: Do closets count in square footage?
A: Yes, if they're part of the living space and accessible from inside the room.

Q4: How accurate should measurements be?
A: For most purposes, measuring to the nearest inch (0.08 feet) is sufficient.

Q5: What about sloped ceilings?
A: Only count areas with at least 5 feet of vertical clearance as livable space.