How do I convert ft² to cm²?

Use the formula shown above or enter a value to see ft² converted to cm² instantly.

What is the formula for ft² to cm²?

The converter calculates cm² by applying the category-specific conversion factor for Area.

When should I use ft² vs cm²?

ft² and cm² are both part of the Area category; pick the unit that matches your measurement context (e.g., scale, region, or industry standard).

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Convert ft² to cm²

Use the live converter below to translate between Square Foot (ft²) and Square Centimeter (cm²). Scroll further for quick examples, formula tips, and related units.

Formula insight: Most unit conversions use a simple multiplication or division by a conversion factor. The calculator shows the exact formula used.

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ft² → cm²

Square Foot

ft²

Square Centimeter

929.0304

cm²

Rounded result (4 decimals max)

Formula

1 ft² = 929.0304 cm²

Conversion sourcesTap or click to view references

The International System of Units (SI) — NIST Special Publication 330
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The SI Brochure (SP 330) is the definitive English edition of the BIPM SI tables. NIST’s edition lists the official constants and conversion factors tying inch-pound units to SI, which SwapUnits applies for length, mass, temperature, pressure, volume, and related conversions. See /standards/nist-si-tenfold for the complete decimal multiple/submultiple table. View source · View SI table

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ft² to cm² quick table

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Square Foot (ft²)	Square Centimeter (cm²)
0.25 ft²	232.2576 cm²
0.5 ft²	464.5152 cm²
1 ft²	929.0304 cm²
2 ft²	1,858.0608 cm²
5 ft²	4,645.152 cm²
10 ft²	9,290.304 cm²
25 ft²	23,225.76 cm²
100 ft²	92,903.04 cm²