Length and Area
fttocm
Convert feet (ft) to centimetres (cm).
Factor1 ft = 30.48 cm
Converter
ft
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
cm
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
cm = ft × 30.48
Multiply any value in feet by 30.48 to obtain the value in centimetres.
Worked example
Convert 10 ft to cm.
- 01Start with 10 ft.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10 × 30.48 = 304.8 cm.
Result10 ft = 304.8 cm
Conversion table
| ft | cm |
|---|---|
| 1 | 30.48 |
| 2 | 60.96 |
| 5 | 152.4 |
| 10 | 304.8 |
| 20 | 609.6 |
| 50 | 1524 |
| 100 | 3048 |
| 200 | 6096 |
| 500 | 15240 |
| 1000 | 30480 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from ft to cm?
1 ft equals 30.48 cm. To convert, multiply the value in feet by 30.48.
How do I convert 1 ft to cm?
1 ft = 30.48 cm. For any value, multiply by 30.48.
How do I convert cm back to ft?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.0328084. So 1 cm = 0.0328084 ft.
When would I need to convert foot to centimetre?
Length conversions appear in piping, layout, and mechanical drawings — particularly when reconciling imperial fittings or instrument lengths with metric plant drawings.
Is the conversion exact?
Yes. Both ft and cm are defined by exact SI relationships, so the displayed factor is exact (any rounding shown is only for display).