How Do You Measure Linear Feet For A Backsplash?
A backsplash is a washable surface behind and above a sink or stove that protects a wall from liquid splashes. You can find great variety in the designs and materials available for making your backsplash. Typical materials include ceramic tiles, wooden or plastic planks, stainless steel and washable wallpaper. If the material you are going to use for a backsplash is sold by linear feet, for example in sheets, it’s important to measure the backsplash area in those units as well. Measure the length and width of the backsplash area with a measuring tape or ruler. Convert the area length and width into feet. Note that these dimensions might be measured in meters or inches. If you are using meters, multiply the numbers by 3.280839895. If your measurements are in inches, divide values by 12. For example, the wall area you’re measuring is 120 by 72 inches. These values are converted to 10 (120 / 12) feet and 6 (72 / 12) feet. Multiply the length by width to calculate the size in square feet.
