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Feet ↔ Meters Converter

The Feet ↔ Meters Converter makes it effortless to switch between imperial and metric measurements. It’s useful when reading international specs, planning room dimensions, setting hiking elevations, or solving class problems where one source lists feet and another lists meters.

Enter a value in either format—feet (with optional inches) or meters (with optional centimeters)—and you’ll instantly get the equivalent the other way. The goal is precise, error-free unit translation so you can size materials, sketch layouts, and communicate dimensions consistently without tedious mental math. Adjust, round, and copy results in seconds to keep projects moving.

Convert feet + inches (ft+in) to meters (m) and back — with rounding controls and live breakdowns.

Convert feet + inches and meters instantly. Type a value to see live results.

We use exact factors: 1 ft = 0.3048 m and 1 in = 0.0254 m.

Enter length

Decimals allowed (e.g., 10.5 in).

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Quick presets

Enter feet + inches or meters to see live results and the quick table.

Feet ↔ Meters Results

Feet (ft)
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Inches (in)
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Meters (m)
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PresetInputConverted
5′0″5′0″1.524 m
5′6″5′6″1.676 m
5′10″5′10″1.778 m
6′0″6′0″1.829 m
8′0″8′0″2.438 m
2.00 m2 m6′ 6.74″
2.44 m2.44 m8′ 0.063″
3.05 m3.05 m10′ 0.079″

Results interpretation

We convert using the exact definitions 1 ft = 0.3048 m and 1 in = 0.0254 m. The rounding control only affects how we display numbers; we compute in full precision first.

  • Carpentry & DIY. Use fewer decimals (0–2) for cut lists and on-site measurements.
  • Architecture & engineering. Use additional decimals for specs while keeping a rounded client view.
  • Sports & body metrics. The ft+in breakdown makes heights readable alongside metric values.

How it works

We apply exact unit factors, then show the result with your rounding level.

Formulas, assumptions, limitations

Conversion formulas

ft + in → m:  m = (ft × 0.3048) + (in × 0.0254)
m → ft + in:  total_in = m ÷ 0.0254
              ft = floor(total_in ÷ 12)
              in = total_in − ft × 12

Assumptions

  • Exact international definitions; no approximations.
  • Rounding is display-only; math is full precision.
  • Negative inputs are supported (linear conversion).

Limits

  • No modeling of kerf, expansion, or field tolerances.

Use cases & examples

Baseline spec
Convert a nominal 8′ height to metric for drawings and schedules.
On-site check
Turn a quick 2.44 m measurement into ft+in for carpentry fit-ups.
Roster height
List 1.90 m as readable feet + inches for US audiences.

Feet ↔ Meters FAQs

What constants do we use?

Exactly 1 ft = 0.3048 m and 1 in = 0.0254 m, per international standard.

How precise should the inch remainder be?

For carpentry, 1–2 decimals is usually plenty; engineering specs may use 3–4+.

Can we enter fractional inches?

Yes—type decimals (e.g., 10.5 in). We’ll convert with full precision.

Why doesn’t the display exactly match my tape measure?

Rounding and tool markings differ. We round results; your tape may use 1/16″ or metric marks.

Do negative numbers work?

Yes. The conversion is linear, so negative values are supported.

What about centimeters?

Use our Height (ft+in ↔ cm) or Inches ↔ Centimeters tools for direct cm work.

Will copy-link preserve my rounding?

Yes. The URL includes feet/inches or meters and the decimals setting.

Are presets editable?

They’re quick fills—change any field after tapping a preset.

Converting feet, inches, and meters: exact factors, practical rounding, and field-ready workflows

Feet, inches, and meters coexist across construction, fabrication, architecture, athletics, and everyday life. We built our converter to be fast for on-site checks and precise enough for documentation. The exact constants— 1 ft = 0.3048 m and 1 in = 0.0254 m—keep numbers stable across drawings, emails, and spreadsheets. A rounding control lets us match the context: fewer decimals for cut lists, more decimals for submissions, and a friendly ft+in breakdown whenever we start from meters.

Why exact factors matter

It’s tempting to memorize rough factors like 0.305 m per foot, but small errors compound across spans, elevations, and tolerances. Using exact definitions removes guesswork and prevents slow drift when we convert, round, and reconvert during reviews.

The human-readable inch remainder

People think and talk in feet and inches; documents often prefer meters. A readable remainder—e.g., 5′ 10.5″— bridges both worlds. It’s especially useful in field notes, RFIs, and athletic rosters where quick mental checks happen constantly.

Picking the right rounding

Rounding is a communication choice. For cutting lumber, whole inches or 0.1″ may be sufficient. For layout lines and framing squares, 1/16″ marks correspond roughly to 0.06″; in metric terms that’s about 1.5 mm. On the metric side, using 1–2 decimals (0.01 m = 10 mm) keeps arithmetic tidy.

Plans vs. as-builts

Plans often cite nominal heights like 8′ or 2.4 m. Field measurements rarely land on neat numbers. Our approach is: convert with exact math, display with consistent rounding, and annotate tolerances where it matters. That workflow reduces rework during inspections and handoffs.

When centimeters are better

Some projects prefer centimeters because they match tape marks and are friendlier than millimeters for larger spans. If we need cm output, we combine this page with our Inches ↔ Centimeters and Height ft+in ↔ cm tools and keep the same rounding strategy end-to-end.

Field tips to avoid confusion

  • Write units next to every number; don’t rely on column headers alone.
  • Keep one rounding policy inside a document set.
  • Avoid double rounding—convert from the original measurement, not a previously rounded value.
  • Note whether a dimension is nominal or finished.

Extending the workflow

Pair this converter with our area/volume tools for takeoffs, or with height/pace tools for sports and fitness. The “Copy link with inputs” button makes it simple to share exactly what we’re looking at during reviews.

How to convert feet, inches, and meters

  1. Choose the direction: Feet + Inches → Meters or Meters → Feet + Inches.
  2. Enter values (decimals allowed for inches and meters).
  3. Select rounding (0–6 decimals) to match your deliverable.
  4. Review the converted output and the ft+in breakdown.
  5. (Optional) Tap a preset to fill a common height or room dimension.
  6. Copy a link with inputs to share or save your settings.