Aug 6, 2024
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How to measure the square meterage of a room

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Jessica O Sullivan

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Aug 6, 2024

How to measure the square meterage of a room

Want to begin your house renovation today? Let's get started today by learning how to measure the square meter of a room. This skill can be used to help you measure the tiles for your bathroom, wallpaper for your sitting room or a splashback for your kitchen. Measuring the square meterage of a room is an essential step in determining how much of something you'll need to cover the floor or walls. Having the skill of measuring the square meterage of a room is a versatile skill that will help you through any house renovation task. To successfully measure the square meterage of a room, follow these steps:

  1. Measure the length and width of the room:

Use a tape measure to measure the length and width of the room in meters (make sure to measure at the widest points). 

Top tip: if your room has more than four corners in your room, break the room up into different sections. Then add the two totals at the end for the full room room square meterage. 

  1. Multiply the length and width: 

Once you have the length and width measurements, multiply them together to get the total square meterage. For example, if the length of the room is 2 meters and the width is 3 meters, the total square meterage is 6 square meters (2 x 3 = 6).

  1. Account for obstructions: 

If there are any areas of the room that you don't want to account for, subtract the square meterage of those areas from the total square meterage. For example, if there's a built-in cabinet that takes up 1 square meter, subtract 1 square meter from the total square meterage.

  1. Add extra tile for waste: 

It's always a good idea to purchase extra to account for waste during installation. The amount of extra needed for tiles will depend on the tile size and layout, but a good rule of thumb is to add 10% to 15% to the total square meterage.

By following these steps, you'll be able to accurately measure the square meterage of a any room and determine how much of a material you may need. 

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