Foot to Inch
1 ft =12in
About Foot to Inch
Feet to inches is the reverse of one of the most basic imperial conversions: there are exactly 12 inches in every foot. It is essential whenever a measurement given in feet needs the finer resolution of inches — for construction, height, fabric, or furniture.
To convert feet to inches, multiply the value in feet by 12. Inches = Feet × 12.
For example, 5 feet × 12 = 60 inches. A 5-foot shelf is 60 inches wide.
Foot to Inch table
| Foot (ft) | Inch (in) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 12 |
| 2 | 24 |
| 3 | 36 |
| 4 | 48 |
| 5 | 60 |
| 6 | 72 |
| 7 | 84 |
| 8 | 96 |
| 10 | 120 |
| 100 | 1,200 |
Common use cases
- 01Breaking a height in feet down to inches
- 02Detailing construction and carpentry measurements
- 03Converting fabric and craft lengths
- 04Specifying furniture and appliance dimensions
A bit of history
The foot has been subdivided into 12 inches since antiquity. Both units were standardized internationally in 1959, fixing 1 foot at 0.3048 meters and 1 inch at 2.54 centimeters.
Frequently asked questions
How many inches are in a foot?+
1 foot equals exactly 12 inches.
How many inches is 5 feet?+
5 feet equals 60 inches.
How many inches is 6 feet?+
6 feet equals 72 inches.
How do I convert feet and inches to total inches?+
Multiply the feet by 12 and add the leftover inches. For example, 5 ft 10 in = 5 × 12 + 10 = 70 inches.
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