Convert square feet to square meters
Converting square feet to square meters is a common area task, whether you are checking a recipe, a spec sheet, a travel distance or a homework problem. Since 1 ft² equals 0.092903 m², the math is a single multiplication — and this page does it for you instantly, with the formula, a table of common values and answers to the questions people ask most.
Exact factor
How to convert square feet to square meters
To convert square feet to square meters, multiply the number of square feet by 0.092903. For example, 10 ft² × 0.092903 = 0.92903 m².
m² = ft² × 0.092903
- Write down the value in square feet you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 0.092903 (the exact ft²→m² factor).
- The result is your value in square meters. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of square feet and their equivalents in square meters:
| ft² | m² |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.092903 |
| 2 | 0.185806 |
| 3 | 0.278709 |
| 4 | 0.371612 |
| 5 | 0.464515 |
| 10 | 0.92903 |
| 20 | 1.85806 |
| 25 | 2.32258 |
| 50 | 4.64515 |
| 100 | 9.2903 |
| 250 | 23.2258 |
| 500 | 46.4515 |
About these units
Square Foot (ft²). A square foot is a square with one-foot (30.48 cm) sides, exactly 0.09290304 square meters. It is the standard unit for homes and offices in the United States.
Square Meter (m²). The square meter is the SI derived unit of area, a square with one-meter sides. Apartments, offices and building floor plans are measured in square meters.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert square feet to square meters?
To convert square feet to square meters, multiply the number of square feet by 0.092903. For example, 10 ft² × 0.092903 = 0.92903 m². Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many square meters are in 1 square foot?
1 ft² = 0.092903 m². That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many square feet are in 1 square meter?
1 m² = 10.7639 ft². If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Square Meter to Square Foot converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the square feet to square meters conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 0.092903 is exact. Displayed results are rounded to 6 significant digits only for readability.
What is square foot used for?
A square foot is a square with one-foot (30.48 cm) sides, exactly 0.09290304 square meters. It is the standard unit for homes and offices in the United States.