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The conversion from square metres to linear metres calculates the length of material needed when you know the area and width. This is particularly useful in construction, flooring, and fabric industries where materials are sold by linear measurement.
The calculator uses the simple formula:
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Explanation: This formula divides the total area by the width to determine the linear length required to cover that area.
Details: Accurate linear metre calculation helps in material estimation, cost calculation, and prevents wastage in various industries including construction, textiles, and manufacturing.
Tips: Enter the total area in square metres and the width in metres. Both values must be positive numbers greater than zero for accurate calculation.
Q1: What is the difference between square metres and linear metres?
A: Square metres measure area (length × width), while linear metres measure length only. Linear metres are used when materials are sold by length rather than area.
Q2: When would I need to convert square metres to linear metres?
A: This conversion is useful when purchasing materials like flooring, fabric, fencing, or carpeting that are sold by linear measurement but you need to cover a specific area.
Q3: Does the calculator account for material waste?
A: No, this calculator provides the theoretical minimum length. Always add 5-10% extra for cutting waste and pattern matching in real projects.
Q4: Can I use this for irregular shapes?
A: This calculator works best for rectangular areas. For irregular shapes, break the area into rectangular sections and calculate each separately.
Q5: What if my width is in centimeters?
A: Convert centimeters to metres first (divide by 100) before entering the value, as the calculator requires all measurements in metres.