Convert Feet to Inches
Convert Feet(ft) to Inches(inch) or vice versa.
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What is a Feet to Inches Converter?
Feet (ft) and inches (in) are both units for measuring length in the imperial system, which is commonly used in the United States. This converter is a simple tool to help you switch between these two units.
You'll often find situations where you have a measurement in feet, but you need it in inches, or vice-versa. This converter makes that quick and easy.
The Conversion: 1 foot = 12 inches
Here's the key fact:
1 foot = 12 inches
There are exactly twelve inches in every foot. This is a fixed relationship.
Example: If a table is 2 feet long, it's 2 ft * 12 inches/ft = 24 inches long.
You can quickly do conversions with the converter at the top of this page!
Why Convert Between Feet and Inches?
This conversion is incredibly common in everyday situations and various trades:
- Construction and DIY Projects
Building plans often use a mix of feet and inches. You might have the overall dimensions of a room in feet, but the details of a window frame in inches. Converting ensures accurate measurements.
Example: You might need to cut a piece of wood to fit a space that's 4 feet wide. Knowing that's 48 inches helps you make a precise cut.
- Measuring Furniture and Spaces
Whether you're buying furniture, rearranging a room, or planning an interior design project, you'll frequently need to convert between feet and inches to make sure everything fits correctly.
- Crafts and Sewing
Many craft projects and sewing patterns use inches as the primary unit of measurement.
- Everyday Measurements
From measuring your height to checking the size of a package, you'll often encounter situations where you need to convert between feet and inches.
How to Convert:
It's very straightforward:
Feet to Inches (ft to in)
Multiply the number of feet by 12.
Example: A wall that's 9 feet long is 9 ft * 12 inches/ft = 108 inches long.
Inches to Feet (in to ft)
Divide the number of inches by 12.
Example: A doorway that's 30 inches wide is 30 inches / 12 inches/ft = 2.5 feet wide.
Or, for instant results, use the converter above!
Key Reminder
12 is the magic number! There are 12 inches in every foot. Remember this, and you'll be able to do these conversions easily.
| Foot | Inch |
|---|---|
| 0.01 Foot | 0.12 Inch |
| 0.1 Foot | 1.20 Inch |
| 1 Foot | 12.00 Inch |
| 2 Foot | 24.00 Inch |
| 3 Foot | 36.00 Inch |
| 5 Foot | 60.00 Inch |
| 10 Foot | 120.00 Inch |
| 20 Foot | 240.00 Inch |
| 50 Foot | 600.00 Inch |
| 100 Foot | 1200.00 Inch |
| 1000 Foot | 12000.00 Inch |
| 10000 Foot | 120000.00 Inch |
| 100000 Foot | 1200000.00 Inch |