Conversion table
| Square feet (sq ft) | Square yards (sq yd) |
|---|---|
| 9 sq ft | 1 |
| 45 sq ft | 5 |
| 90 sq ft | 10 |
| 180 sq ft | 20 |
| 270 sq ft | 30 |
| 450 sq ft | 50 |
| 900 sq ft | 100 |
| 1800 sq ft | 200 |
How to convert Sq Ft to Sq Yd
sq yd = sq ft ÷ 9reverse: sq ft = sq yd × 9
- sq ft
- area in square feet
- sq yd
- area in square yards
- 9
- square feet in a square yard
A square yard is a 3-foot square, so the factor is 3², which is 9, not 3.
Frequently asked questions
How many square feet in a square yard?
Nine.
How many square yards is 180 sq ft?
20 square yards.
Why is it 9 and not 3?
Because a yard is 3 feet, and area squares the length, so 3 × 3 = 9.
What is priced by the square yard?
Carpet, and sometimes concrete and topsoil.