Direct answer
One foot equals exactly 0.3048 meter. Multiply any foot measurement by 0.3048 to calculate its meter equivalent.
Use the Feet to Meters Converter for a value that is not included in the tables below.
Common feet-to-meters values
| Feet | Meters |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.3048 m |
| 2 ft | 0.6096 m |
| 3 ft | 0.9144 m |
| 4 ft | 1.2192 m |
| 5 ft | 1.524 m |
| 6 ft | 1.8288 m |
| 7 ft | 2.1336 m |
| 8 ft | 2.4384 m |
| 9 ft | 2.7432 m |
| 10 ft | 3.048 m |
| 12 ft | 3.6576 m |
| 15 ft | 4.572 m |
| 20 ft | 6.096 m |
| 25 ft | 7.62 m |
| 30 ft | 9.144 m |
| 40 ft | 12.192 m |
| 50 ft | 15.24 m |
| 75 ft | 22.86 m |
| 100 ft | 30.48 m |
Common height measurements in meters
Heights written in feet and inches can first be converted to total inches and then multiplied by 0.0254.
| Height | Meters | Centimeters |
|---|---|---|
| 5 ft 0 in | 1.524 m | 152.4 cm |
| 5 ft 2 in | 1.5748 m | 157.48 cm |
| 5 ft 4 in | 1.6256 m | 162.56 cm |
| 5 ft 6 in | 1.6764 m | 167.64 cm |
| 5 ft 8 in | 1.7272 m | 172.72 cm |
| 5 ft 10 in | 1.778 m | 177.8 cm |
| 6 ft 0 in | 1.8288 m | 182.88 cm |
| 6 ft 2 in | 1.8796 m | 187.96 cm |
| 6 ft 4 in | 1.9304 m | 193.04 cm |
Common ceiling heights in meters
| Ceiling height | Meters |
|---|---|
| 7 ft | 2.1336 m |
| 8 ft | 2.4384 m |
| 9 ft | 2.7432 m |
| 10 ft | 3.048 m |
| 11 ft | 3.3528 m |
| 12 ft | 3.6576 m |
| 15 ft | 4.572 m |
| 20 ft | 6.096 m |
Common room dimensions in meters
| Room dimensions | Metric dimensions |
|---|---|
| 8 ft x 10 ft | 2.4384 m x 3.048 m |
| 10 ft x 10 ft | 3.048 m x 3.048 m |
| 10 ft x 12 ft | 3.048 m x 3.6576 m |
| 12 ft x 12 ft | 3.6576 m x 3.6576 m |
| 12 ft x 14 ft | 3.6576 m x 4.2672 m |
| 12 ft x 16 ft | 3.6576 m x 4.8768 m |
| 14 ft x 16 ft | 4.2672 m x 4.8768 m |
| 15 ft x 20 ft | 4.572 m x 6.096 m |
These are linear length and width conversions. Floor area must be calculated or converted separately in square units.
Common door and opening measurements
| Measurement | Meters |
|---|---|
| 2 ft | 0.6096 m |
| 2.5 ft | 0.762 m |
| 3 ft | 0.9144 m |
| 6.5 ft | 1.9812 m |
| 7 ft | 2.1336 m |
| 8 ft | 2.4384 m |
| 10 ft | 3.048 m |
Product, rough-opening, finished-opening, and clearance dimensions may differ even when they are expressed in the same units.
Common furniture and interior measurements
| Feet | Meters | Possible context |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.3048 m | Small clearance or depth |
| 2 ft | 0.6096 m | Cabinet or table depth |
| 3 ft | 0.9144 m | Desk or work-surface height |
| 4 ft | 1.2192 m | Table or storage length |
| 6 ft | 1.8288 m | Furniture or bed length |
| 8 ft | 2.4384 m | Long furniture or wall span |
These contexts are illustrative. Actual product dimensions should be checked directly.
Common building lengths in meters
| Feet | Meters |
|---|---|
| 10 ft | 3.048 m |
| 12 ft | 3.6576 m |
| 16 ft | 4.8768 m |
| 20 ft | 6.096 m |
| 24 ft | 7.3152 m |
| 30 ft | 9.144 m |
| 40 ft | 12.192 m |
| 50 ft | 15.24 m |
| 60 ft | 18.288 m |
| 100 ft | 30.48 m |
Common fractional foot values in meters
| Fractional feet | Meters |
|---|---|
| 1/4 ft | 0.0762 m |
| 1/2 ft | 0.1524 m |
| 3/4 ft | 0.2286 m |
| 1 1/4 ft | 0.381 m |
| 1 1/2 ft | 0.4572 m |
| 2 1/2 ft | 0.762 m |
| 5 1/2 ft | 1.6764 m |
| 5 3/4 ft | 1.7526 m |
| 10 1/2 ft | 3.2004 m |
Exact values and rounded reference values
Tables may show exact converted values or values rounded for easier reading. The appropriate precision depends on the intended use.
12 feet = exactly 3.6576 meters
Rounded to three decimals: 3.658 meters
Rounded to two decimals: 3.66 meters
Rounded to one decimal: 3.7 meters
Use the exact value when the measurement will be used in further calculations.
How to use reference measurements correctly
- Confirm that the original measurement is linear feet.
- Retain decimal or fractional portions.
- Convert each dimension separately.
- Do not treat feet and square feet as the same unit.
- Use suitable precision for the task.
- Verify critical dimensions with the original specification.
Common reference-table mistakes
Using a nearby value instead of the actual measurement
A reference table is useful for quick checks, but a precise source value should be converted directly.
Confusing linear and square measurements
A table of feet and meters does not convert floor area.
Ignoring separate inch values
A measurement such as 8 feet 6 inches is not the same as 8 feet.
Assuming every displayed value is exact
Check whether the table has rounded its meter values.
Using a general measurement as a product specification
Always verify actual furniture, equipment, opening, and building dimensions.
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Frequently asked questions
How many meters are in one foot?
One foot equals exactly 0.3048 meter.
How many meters are in 10 feet?
Ten feet equal exactly 3.048 meters.
How many meters are in 100 feet?
One hundred feet equal exactly 30.48 meters.
Can a feet-to-meters table convert square feet?
No. A linear feet-to-meters table cannot be applied directly to square feet.