Square Foot to Square Yard Converter

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1 ft² = 0.11111111 yd²(Square footSquare yard)

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Converting square feet to square yards

To convert square feet to square yards, multiply the value by 0.11111111. Area figures drive floor space schedules, finish quantities and cost per area, so both metric and imperial results are shown at full precision.

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1 square foot = 0.11111111 square yards.
1 square yard = 9 square feet.

Square Foot (ft²)

The square foot (ft²) is the standard floor area unit in US and partly UK real estate and construction.

Origin
The area of a square with 1 ft sides, based on the 0.3048 m international foot.
Where it is used
Used for leasable area, rents, cost per area and finish quantities.
Relation to SI
1 ft² = 0.09290304 m² exactly, so 1 m² is about 10.764 ft².

Square Yard (yd²)

The square yard (yd²) equals nine square feet.

Origin
Derived from the international yard of exactly 0.9144 m.
Where it is used
Used for flooring, carpet, paving and landscaping quantities in imperial practice.
Relation to SI
1 yd² = 0.83612736 m² exactly.

Frequently asked questions

How many square yards are in one square foot?

1 ft² equals 0.11111111 yd².

How do I convert square feet to square yards?

Multiply the value by 0.11111111. For example, 10 ft² equals 1.1111111 yd².

How do I convert back from square yards to square feet?

1 yd² equals 9 ft². The converter above works in both directions, so you can type into either field.

When should I use hectares instead of acres?

Hectares are the metric standard for site and land areas in most planning systems, while acres remain common in US and UK land records. Use whichever the local authority requires and quote the other in brackets.

How do I convert a length ratio into an area ratio?

Square the length factor. Because 1 ft = 0.3048 m, one square foot is 0.3048², which is 0.09290304 m².

Is this area converter free to use?

Yes. Every unit conversion runs in your browser, needs no account and is free for professional use.

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