Converters

Construction Unit Converter

Convert between inches, feet, yards, meters, cm, and more construction units.

Value

From

0.304800

Meters (m)

Formula: 1 Feet (ft) × 0.3048 = 0.304800 Meters (m)

COMMON CONVERSIONS

Length

1 ft = 12 in

1 yd = 3 ft

1 m = 3.281 ft

1 in = 25.4 mm

Area

1 ft² = 144 in²

1 yd² = 9 ft²

1 m² = 10.764 ft²

Volume

1 ft³ = 1,728 in³

1 yd³ = 27 ft³

1 m³ = 35.315 ft³

1 gal = 0.134 ft³

How to convert construction measurements

Select the category — length, area, or volume — depending on what you need to convert.
Type a value into any field. Every other unit updates instantly as you type.
Copy the result directly into your project plans, material orders, or takeoff sheets.

Common uses

Converting metric plans to imperial measurements for US suppliers
Translating square meters to square feet for flooring or paint estimates
Converting cubic yards to cubic feet for material volume checks

Frequently asked questions

How many feet are in a meter?

One meter equals 3.2808 feet, or 3 feet 3.37 inches. To go the other way, one foot equals 0.3048 meters.

How do I convert square feet to square meters?

Multiply square feet by 0.0929 to get square meters. To reverse, multiply square meters by 10.764. A 200 sq ft room is about 18.6 sq meters.

How many cubic feet are in a cubic yard?

One cubic yard equals exactly 27 cubic feet (3 × 3 × 3). This conversion comes up constantly when ordering concrete, gravel, soil, and mulch.

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About this calculator

Instantly convert between all common construction measurements: inches, feet, yards, meters, centimeters, millimeters, square feet, square meters, cubic feet, cubic yards, and cubic meters.

All results are estimates. Verify quantities with your local supplier and confirm measurements before purchasing materials. Requirements vary by region and project type.

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