Feet, inches and fractions
How many inches are in a foot?
Twelve. A yard is 36 inches and a mile is 63,360 inches.
What is the smallest mark on a tape measure?
On most US tapes it is 1/16". Some have 1/32" marks on the first foot.
How do I write feet and inches?
Feet use a single mark (') and inches a double mark ("): 5' 10" is five feet ten inches. Fractions follow the inches: 5' 10 1/2".
Using the calculators
Why does the result say "rounded"?
The exact answer fell between tape marks, so it was rounded to the nearest fraction you selected. Choose a finer rounding, like 1/32", for more precision.
Can I enter decimal inches?
Yes. Type decimals in the inches box, such as 10.75, and leave the fraction at 0.
What is the tape?
A running list of results with a total, saved in your browser. Use it to add up a cut list or several runs.
Can I enter metric values?
In the typing box, yes: 160 cm + 4' 2" works. The converters accept cm, mm and meters directly.
Conversions
How many cm is an inch?
Exactly 2.54 cm, so a foot is exactly 30.48 cm.
How do I convert decimal feet?
Multiply the decimal part by 12 for inches. See the decimal feet converter.
How do I get square feet from feet and inches?
Convert each side to decimal feet and multiply. The square feet calculator handles several rooms at once.