Common room dimensions — click to fill:
8 ft (ceiling)
9 ft (high ceiling)
10 ft
12 ft (room wall)
20 ft
3 m → ft
2.44 m (8 ft)
1 meter → ft
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Feet to Meters — Reference Table
| Feet | Meters | Inches | DIY Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.305 m | 12 in | Standard ruler length |
| 3 ft | 0.914 m | 36 in | Standard countertop height, 1 yard |
| 4 ft | 1.219 m | 48 in | Sheet goods width (plywood, drywall) |
| 6 ft | 1.829 m | 72 in | Standard fence height |
| 6'8" | 2.032 m | 80 in | Standard interior door height |
| 8 ft | 2.438 m | 96 in | Standard ceiling height, sheet goods length |
| 9 ft | 2.743 m | 108 in | High ceiling, 6-ft fence post length |
| 10 ft | 3.048 m | 120 in | Common room wall length |
| 12 ft | 3.658 m | 144 in | Standard bedroom wall |
| 16 ft | 4.877 m | 192 in | Living room / open plan |
| 20 ft | 6.096 m | 240 in | Large room / garage depth |
Meters to Feet — Reference Table
| Meters | Feet | Feet & Inches | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 m | 3.281 ft | 3' 3.37" | Base unit; slightly over 3 feet |
| 2 m | 6.562 ft | 6' 6.74" | Tall door / clearance height |
| 2.4 m | 7.874 ft | 7' 10.5" | Near standard ceiling (metric homes) |
| 2.44 m | 8 ft | 8' 0" | Exactly 8 feet — standard US ceiling |
| 3 m | 9.843 ft | 9' 10.1" | Near 10-ft ceiling |
| 3.66 m | 12 ft | 12' 0" | Exactly 12 feet |
| 5 m | 16.404 ft | 16' 4.9" | Large room or hallway |
The Formula
// Feet to Meters
Meters = Feet × 0.3048
// Meters to Feet
Feet = Meters ÷ 0.3048 (or × 3.28084)
// 1 foot = 0.3048 meters exactly (defined 1959)
Meters = Feet × 0.3048
// Meters to Feet
Feet = Meters ÷ 0.3048 (or × 3.28084)
// 1 foot = 0.3048 meters exactly (defined 1959)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many meters is 8 feet?
8 feet = 2.4384 meters exactly. This is the standard residential ceiling height in the US. In metric countries, ceilings are often specified as 2.4 m — which rounds to 7 feet 10.5 inches, slightly under 8 feet.
How many feet is 2 meters?
2 meters = 6.5617 feet, or 6 feet 6.74 inches. This is slightly taller than a standard interior door (6'8") — 2 meters is actually 6 inches shorter than a door. Keep that in mind when sizing openings or clearances in metric.
Why do US building products use feet but metric countries don't?
The US is one of very few countries still using the imperial system in construction. Building products sold in the US (lumber, drywall, plywood) are sized in feet and inches. Imported appliances, fixtures, and materials from Europe, Canada, and Asia are in metric — which is why conversions matter in DIY work.