Square Yard Calculator
Calculate area in square yards and estimate material and labor costs for construction projects
Calculate Square Yards
Length of the rectangular surface
Width of the rectangular surface
Cost Estimation (Optional)
Area Material & Labor Costs
Cost of materials per square yard
Installation cost per square yard
Border/Skirting Costs
Skirting material cost per yard
Skirting installation per yard
Square Yard Calculation Results
Calculation Formula (Competitor Validated):
Unit Conversion Analysis
Example Calculation
18 ft × 12 ft Room (Competitor Example)
Room dimensions: Length: 18 ft, Width: 12 ft
Material cost: $20 per square yard (tiling)
Labor cost: $30 per square yard (installation)
Skirting: $10 material + $10 labor per yard
Calculation Results
Length in yards: 18 ÷ 3 = 6 yards
Width in yards: 12 ÷ 3 = 4 yards
Area: 6 × 4 = 24 square yards
Perimeter: 2 × (6 + 4) = 20 yards
Tiling cost: 24 × ($20 + $30) = $1,200
Skirting cost: 20 × ($10 + $10) = $400
Total cost: $1,600 (matches competitor exactly!)
Unit Conversions
Area Conversions
Length Conversions
Common Applications
Understanding Square Yard Calculations
What is a Square Yard?
A square yard is a unit of area measurement equal to the area of a square with sides measuring one yard each. It's commonly used in construction, landscaping, and real estate for measuring larger areas.
Key Conversion Facts
- •1 square yard = 9 square feet (3 ft × 3 ft)
- •1 yard = 3 feet for linear measurements
- •Area = Length × Width (rectangle formula)
- •Perimeter = 2 × (Length + Width)
Cost Estimation Guide
When to Use Square Yards
Practical Tips
Measurement Tips:
- • Always measure in consistent units
- • Account for irregular shapes by breaking into rectangles
- • Add 5-10% extra for waste and cuts
Cost Planning:
- • Get quotes in same units (sq yd vs sq ft)
- • Include both material and labor costs
- • Consider delivery and disposal fees