Feet to Meters Converter
Convert feet to metres instantly with our free online tool. Perfect for construction, real estate, and building projects.
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ft to m Conversion Formula
To convert feet to metres, multiply the foot value by 0.3048. Since 1959, one foot has been internationally defined as exactly 0.3048 metres.
Feet to Meters Conversion Table
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How to Use
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Enter the Foot Value
Type the measurement in feet — for example, enter 10 for a 10-foot ceiling height
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See the Meter Equivalent
The result appears instantly: 10 ft = 3.048 m — a standard ceiling height in metric
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Copy or Reverse
Copy the result to your clipboard or click Swap to convert metres back to feet
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Use the Conversion Table
Browse the table for common values like 6 ft = 1.829 m (average door height) or 25 ft = 7.62 m
Why Use Be Converter?
Instant Length Conversion
Get precise foot to meter results in real-time as you type — ideal for construction sites and real estate
Engineering-Grade Precision
Uses the exact international standard of 0.3048 m per foot for results suitable for architectural plans
Construction Reference Table
Common measurements at a glance — from 1 ft to 100 ft — for building and renovation projects
Swap Directions
Toggle between feet and metres with one click — essential when working with international blueprints
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many metres are in 1 foot?
How do I convert feet to metres for a room dimension?
What is 6 feet in metres (human height)?
How do I convert feet and inches to metres?
Why is 0.3048 the conversion factor for feet to metres?
About Feet to Meters Converter
Our free online feet to metres converter provides instant, accurate length conversions for construction, real estate, and everyday measurements. Whether you are reading US architectural plans for a European project, converting room dimensions for international real estate listings, checking building code compliance across unit systems, or comparing property sizes between countries, this tool delivers precise results every time.
Expert Tips for ft to m Conversion
The exact conversion is 1 foot = 0.3048 metres, derived from the 1959 international agreement that defined 1 yard as exactly 0.9144 metres (0.9144 ÷ 3 = 0.3048).
For quick mental conversion, divide feet by 3 and subtract 1% for a close estimate. For example, 30 ft ÷ 3 = 10, minus 1% = 9.9 m (actual: 9.144 m). Alternatively, just multiply by 0.3.
Common construction references: 8 ft ceiling = 2.438 m, 9 ft ceiling = 2.743 m, 10 ft ceiling = 3.048 m, and a standard shipping container (40 ft) = 12.192 m.
In real estate, 1 square foot = 0.0929 square metres. A 2,000 sq ft home is about 185.8 sq m. For area conversion, multiply sq ft by 0.0929 or divide sq m by 0.0929.
For feet-and-inches to metres, a reliable shortcut: multiply total inches by 0.0254. For 5 ft 11 in = 71 inches × 0.0254 = 1.8034 m. This works because 1 inch = 0.0254 m exactly.