📐 Square Yard Calculator
Calculate square yards and convert between area units
How to Use This Calculator
Select Measurement Unit
Select the unit you'll use to measure (feet, yards, meters, or inches). This determines how the calculator interprets your length and width inputs.
Enter Dimensions
Input the length and width of your area in the selected unit. Measure the area where you need to calculate square yards (e.g., for carpet, flooring, or land area).
Calculate and Review
Click "Calculate Square Yards" to see the area in square yards, square feet, and square meters. Use this information for ordering materials or comparing areas.
Apply to Project
Use the calculated square yards for ordering materials (carpet is often sold by square yards), calculating costs, or comparing areas across different measurement systems.
Formula
Area (sq ft) = Length (ft) × Width (ft)
Area (sq yd) = Area (sq ft) ÷ 9
Area (sq m) = Area (sq ft) × 0.092903
Or: Area (sq yd) = Length (yd) × Width (yd)
Example 1: Area in Feet (10 ft × 12 ft)
Step 1: Calculate area in square feet: 10 × 12 = 120 sq ft
Step 2: Convert to square yards: 120 ÷ 9 = 13.33 sq yd
Step 3: Convert to square meters: 120 × 0.092903 = 11.15 sq m
Example 2: Area in Yards (15 yd × 20 yd)
Step 1: Calculate area in square yards: 15 × 20 = 300 sq yd
Step 2: Convert to square feet: 300 × 9 = 2,700 sq ft
Step 3: Convert to square meters: 300 × 0.836127 = 250.84 sq m
About Square Yard Calculator
The Square Yard Calculator is an essential tool for homeowners, contractors, designers, and anyone who needs to calculate area in square yards or convert between different area units (square feet, square yards, square meters). This calculator eliminates confusion by providing precise conversions between all common area units, helping you order materials correctly and communicate area measurements accurately.
When to Use This Calculator
- Carpet Ordering: Calculate square yards for carpet purchases (carpet is often sold by square yards)
- Flooring Projects: Convert area measurements for flooring material ordering
- Land Area Calculation: Calculate area in square yards for land or property measurements
- Material Ordering: Convert area measurements for material ordering and cost estimation
- International Projects: Convert between US and metric area units
Why Use Our Calculator?
- ✅ Multiple Units: Supports feet, yards, meters, and inches for input
- ✅ Accurate Conversions: Precise conversions between square feet, square yards, and square meters
- ✅ Easy to Use: Enter dimensions in any unit and convert to all others
- ✅ International Compatibility: Supports both US and metric systems
- ✅ Time Savings: Instant conversions eliminate manual calculations
- ✅ No Confusion: Clear display of all area units for easy comparison
Common Applications
Carpet Ordering: Homeowners and contractors ordering carpet use this calculator to determine square yards needed. Carpet is typically sold by square yard, so converting from square feet is essential for accurate ordering.
Flooring Projects: Contractors and homeowners planning flooring projects use this tool to convert area measurements between different units for material ordering and cost estimation.
Land Area Calculation: Real estate professionals and surveyors use this calculator to calculate area in square yards for land or property measurements, helping communicate area specifications accurately.
Tips for Best Results
- Know Your Conversions: 1 square yard = 9 square feet; 1 square yard = 0.836127 square meters
- Carpet Ordering: Carpet is typically sold by square yard - use this calculator to convert from square feet
- Add Waste: For material ordering, add 10% extra for waste, cuts, and mistakes
- Measure Accurately: Use precise measurements for accurate area calculations
- International Projects: Use square meters for international projects unless otherwise specified
- Documentation: Always specify which area unit you're using in documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert square feet to square yards?
Divide square feet by 9 to get square yards. For example, 120 square feet ÷ 9 = 13.33 square yards. The calculator does this automatically.
How many square feet are in a square yard?
There are 9 square feet in 1 square yard. This is because 1 yard = 3 feet, so 1 square yard = 3 ft × 3 ft = 9 square feet.
Why do I need square yards for carpet?
Carpet is typically sold by square yard in the United States. When ordering carpet, you need to know the area in square yards to determine how much carpet to purchase and estimate costs. This calculator converts from square feet to square yards for easy carpet ordering.
How do I convert square meters to square yards?
Multiply square meters by 1.19599 to get square yards. For example, 100 square meters × 1.19599 = 119.6 square yards. The calculator does this automatically.
What's the difference between square yard and square meter?
A square yard is a US/Imperial unit (1 sq yd = 9 sq ft), while a square meter is a metric unit (1 sq m = 10.7639 sq ft). A square yard is slightly smaller than a square meter (1 sq yd = 0.836127 sq m).
How accurate is this calculator?
This calculator provides accurate conversions using standard conversion factors. Conversions are precise to the displayed decimal places. For critical applications, always verify with official measurement standards.