Feet to Inches & Meters – Clear Breakdown
Feet convert to inches (×12) for fine detail and to meters (×0.3048) for metric integration. Both factors are exact.
Formulas
- in = ft × 12
- m = ft × 0.3048
- ft = in ÷ 12 = m ÷ 0.3048
Quick Values
1 ft = 12 in = 0.3048 m · 6 ft = 72 in = 1.8288 m · 10 ft = 120 in = 3.048 m.
Example (8 ft)
- Inches = 8 × 12 = 96
- Meters = 8 × 0.3048 = 2.4384
- Result: 8 ft = 96 in = 2.4384 m
Uses
- Ceiling heights & framing
- Equipment spec sheets
- Conversion of US building data to metric
Accuracy & Tips
- Approx mental: ft ÷ 3 ≈ m (coarse)
- Keep 4–5 decimals when comparing tolerances
- Avoid rounding early for stacked distances
More Examples
| Feet | Inches | Meters |
|---|
| 2 | 24 | 0.6096 |
| 5 | 60 | 1.524 |
| 6 | 72 | 1.8288 |
FAQ
- Why 0.3048 m per foot? Defined from 1 yard = 0.9144 m.
- Better to convert via cm? Direct ft→m is simplest.
- How many ft in a meter? 1 ÷ 0.3048 = 3.28084 ft.