Add up to three rectangular sections to get a total. L-shaped rooms and yards are easiest as two or three rectangles.
How it works
Each section is length × width in feet. The sections are added together, and the total is converted to square yards and acres.
Before you order
- Round to the nearest inch while you measure, then convert to decimals.
- For quotes on flooring or sod, ask whether the seller adds waste or you do.
- Sketch the space first and label each rectangle before you start measuring.
Common questions
How do I find the square footage of an L-shaped room?
Split the L into two rectangles, measure each and add the areas.
How many square feet are in a square yard?
Nine, because a yard is 3 feet and 3 × 3 is 9.