Cubic Meter (m³)
The cubic meter (m³) is the SI derived unit of volume and the standard measure for bulk construction materials.
- Origin
- Defined as the volume of a cube with sides of one meter.
- Where it is used
- Used for concrete pours, excavation, fill, timber volumes and building services air volumes.
- Relation to SI
- 1 m³ = 1,000 L, the anchor unit for volume in SI.