To calculate the square footage of countertops, you'll need to measure the length and width of the countertop surface. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Measure the length: Use a tape measure to determine the length of the countertop surface. Measure from one end to the other, typically from left to right.
Measure the width: Measure the width of the countertop surface. This measurement is usually taken from the front edge to the back edge.
Multiply the length and width: Once you have the length and width measurements, multiply them together to calculate the area in square inches.
Convert to square feet: Since countertop measurements are typically expressed in square feet, you'll need to convert the area from square inches to square feet. To do this, divide the square inch measurement by 144 (since there are 12 inches in a foot, and 12 x 12 = 144).
Here's the formula in summary:
Square footage = (Length in inches x Width in inches) / 144
For example, let's say you have a countertop that measures 60 inches in length and 24 inches in width:
Square footage = (60 inches x 24 inches) / 144 = 10 square feet
So, in this case, the countertop would be 10 square feet in size.