Area converter
Convert between square metres, square feet, acres, hectares and other common area units.
Converted area
1 m²
1 square metre equals 10.7639 square feet.
Square metres1 m²
Square feet10.76 ft²
Acres0.000247 acres
Quick answer
Area conversion changes one surface measurement into another. It is useful for rooms, gardens, land, flooring, property listings and building materials.
1 square metre = 10.7639 square feet
1 acre = 4,046.856 square metres
1 hectare = 10,000 square metresCommon area units
| Unit | Often used for | Approx. square metres |
|---|---|---|
| Square metre | Rooms, flooring, property | 1 |
| Square foot | Property, interiors, flooring | 0.0929 |
| Acre | Land and plots | 4,046.856 |
| Hectare | Land, agriculture, large sites | 10,000 |
When to use it
Rooms and flooringConvert room dimensions when flooring is priced in a different unit.
Gardens and landSwitch between acres, hectares and square metres.
Property listingsCompare UK and international listings that use different units.
DIY planningEstimate paint, turf, tiles or sheet materials using a consistent area unit.
FAQs
How many square feet are in a square metre?
There are about 10.7639 square feet in one square metre.
How many square metres are in an acre?
One acre is about 4,046.856 square metres.
Is area the same as length?
No. Length measures one dimension. Area measures a surface, so the units are squared.