Square Feet to Square Yards (ft² to yd²)
1 square foot equals 0.11111111 square yards — divide the number of square feet by 9 (or multiply by 0.11111111) to convert. Because one yard is 3 feet, one square yard is 3² = 9 square feet, so a square foot is exactly one-ninth of a square yard.
The formula
To convert square feet to square yards, multiply by the exact factor:
square yards = square feet × 0.11111111
For example, 9 ft² × 0.11111111 = 1 yd². To reverse, divide by 0.11111111 or multiply by 9.
Conversion table
| Square Feet (ft²) | Square Yards (yd²) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.11111111 |
| 2 | 0.22222222 |
| 3 | 0.33333333 |
| 5 | 0.55555556 |
| 9 | 1 |
| 10 | 1.11111111 |
| 25 | 2.77777778 |
| 50 | 5.55555556 |
| 100 | 11.11111111 |
| 500 | 55.55555556 |
| 1000 | 111.11111111 |
How to convert online
- Type the number of square feet into the first box.
- Read the equivalent square yards instantly in the second box.
- Or enter a square yard value to convert back to square feet — it works both ways.
Use the Square Foot to Square Yard Converter — free and instant in your browser.
Where this conversion is used
Square-feet-to-square-yards conversion is a staple in flooring, carpeting, and landscaping, where materials are often priced per square yard but rooms are measured in square feet. Converting quickly tells you how many square yards of carpet, turf, or fabric an area needs.
FAQ
How many square yards are in a square foot?
One square foot equals 0.11111111 square yards. Multiply square feet by 0.11111111 — for example, 100 ft² = 11.111111 yd².
What is the formula to convert square feet to square yards?
Square yards = square feet × 0.11111111, the same as dividing square feet by 9.
How do I convert square yards back to square feet?
Multiply by 9. So 1 square yard = 9 square feet and 10 square yards = 90 square feet.
Is the conversion exact?
Yes. A yard is exactly 3 feet, so a square yard is exactly 9 square feet; 0.11111111 is 1/9 rounded.
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- Square Yard to Square Foot Converter
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