Foot to Square Foot Calculator
body {
font-family: 'Segoe UI', Tahoma, Geneva, Verdana, sans-serif;
background-color: #f8f9fa;
color: #333;
line-height: 1.6;
margin: 0;
padding: 20px;
}
.loan-calc-container {
max-width: 800px;
margin: 30px auto;
background-color: #ffffff;
padding: 30px;
border-radius: 8px;
box-shadow: 0 4px 15px rgba(0, 74, 153, 0.1);
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h1, h2 {
color: #004a99;
text-align: center;
margin-bottom: 25px;
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.input-group {
margin-bottom: 20px;
display: flex;
align-items: center;
gap: 15px;
}
.input-group label {
flex: 1;
font-weight: 600;
color: #004a99;
}
.input-group input {
flex: 2;
padding: 10px 12px;
border: 1px solid #ccc;
border-radius: 4px;
font-size: 1rem;
box-sizing: border-box;
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.input-group input:focus {
border-color: #004a99;
outline: none;
box-shadow: 0 0 5px rgba(0, 74, 153, 0.3);
}
button {
display: block;
width: 100%;
padding: 12px 20px;
background-color: #28a745;
color: white;
border: none;
border-radius: 4px;
font-size: 1.1rem;
font-weight: 600;
cursor: pointer;
transition: background-color 0.3s ease;
margin-top: 10px;
}
button:hover {
background-color: #218838;
}
#result {
margin-top: 30px;
padding: 20px;
background-color: #e9ecef;
border-left: 5px solid #004a99;
border-radius: 5px;
text-align: center;
}
#result h3 {
margin-top: 0;
color: #004a99;
font-size: 1.3rem;
}
#result-value {
font-size: 2rem;
font-weight: bold;
color: #004a99;
}
.article-section {
margin-top: 40px;
padding: 25px;
background-color: #ffffff;
border-radius: 8px;
box-shadow: 0 4px 15px rgba(0, 74, 153, 0.05);
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.article-section h2 {
margin-bottom: 15px;
text-align: left;
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.article-section p, .article-section ul {
margin-bottom: 15px;
}
.article-section ul {
padding-left: 20px;
}
.article-section li {
margin-bottom: 8px;
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strong {
color: #004a99;
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@media (max-width: 600px) {
.input-group {
flex-direction: column;
align-items: stretch;
}
.input-group label {
margin-bottom: 8px;
}
.loan-calc-container {
padding: 20px;
}
}
Foot to Square Foot Area Calculator
Understanding Square Footage and Area Calculations
Square footage is a fundamental unit of area measurement used extensively in real estate, construction, interior design, and property management. It represents the total surface area of a two-dimensional space, typically a floor plan or a wall. Understanding how to calculate square footage is crucial for estimating material needs, comparing property sizes, and making informed decisions about spaces.
The Math Behind Square Footage
The calculation for square footage is straightforward and relies on basic geometry. For a rectangular or square area, the formula is:
Area = Length × Width
In this calculator:
- 'Length' refers to the measurement of one side of the area in feet.
- 'Width' refers to the measurement of the adjacent side of the area in feet.
- The resulting 'Square Footage' is the product of these two measurements, giving you the total area in square feet (sq ft).
For areas that are not perfectly rectangular (e.g., L-shaped rooms), you can divide the area into smaller rectangular sections, calculate the square footage for each section individually, and then sum them up to get the total square footage.
Common Use Cases for Square Footage Calculations:
- Real Estate: Comparing the size of different homes or apartments, setting rental prices, and understanding property listings.
- Construction & Renovation: Estimating the amount of flooring, paint, drywall, or carpet needed for a project.
- Interior Design: Planning furniture layouts and ensuring adequate space for movement.
- Home Improvement: Calculating the area to be tiled, the amount of insulation required, or the space available for landscaping.
- Cost Estimation: Many services and materials are priced per square foot, making this calculation essential for budgeting.
This calculator provides a simple tool to quickly determine the square footage of rectangular spaces, helping you with these common tasks. Simply input the length and width of the area in feet to get an instant result.
function calculateSquareFootage() {
var lengthInput = document.getElementById("length");
var widthInput = document.getElementById("width");
var resultValueDiv = document.getElementById("result-value");
var length = parseFloat(lengthInput.value);
var width = parseFloat(widthInput.value);
if (isNaN(length) || isNaN(width) || length <= 0 || width <= 0) {
resultValueDiv.innerHTML = "Invalid input. Please enter positive numbers.";
resultValueDiv.style.color = "#dc3545";
return;
}
var squareFootage = length * width;
resultValueDiv.innerHTML = squareFootage.toFixed(2) + " sq ft";
resultValueDiv.style.color = "#004a99"; // Reset color on valid calculation
}