Of course, each of us studied at school, good or bad - that’s another question. And of course, from school we are all familiar with different sizes measuring something. Liter, kilogram, second, meter and so on. But sometimes there are units of measurement that, on the one hand, seem to be understandable, but on the other, it is quite difficult to explain what they measure.
These, for example, include a linear meter. Agree - almost everyone has heard this phrase, but not everyone can explain the difference between a linear meter and a square meter. What is this mysterious unit and “what is it eaten with”?
Meter
Before finding out how a linear meter differs from a square meter, let’s remember what “meter” actually means and where this concept came from.
From the school curriculum you can remember that a meter is the length of a path that passes sunlight in vacuum conditions in 1/299,792,458 seconds.
In Europe of the 15th-16th centuries there were no standard, generally accepted measures of length; each region adopted its own. This created a lot of inconvenience, so already in the 17th century they began to think about the need to introduce a new generally accepted standard for everyone. Moreover, the new measure of length should have been based not on the desire of the ruling person, but on a natural phenomenon that would not depend on anyone’s will.
One of these ideas was to assign a “meter” to the length of a pendulum that makes one “half-oscillation” in one second. However, through research it was found that the half-period of oscillation of the second pendulum is not the same depending on the location of the measurements. This is exactly how it was proven that as one approaches the equator, it decreases. I had to look for other ways.
A little later, the idea arose to link the length of a measurement to the earth's meridian, as was done, for example, with a mile. Thus, in 1791, the meter was defined as 1 forty-millionth of the Paris meridian, or 1 ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole, measured at the longitude of Paris. However, this definition was far from final. Later, the definition of the meter changed several more times - in 1799, 1899, 1927, 1960. The last definition was made in 1983 - it corresponds to what we know from the school curriculum.
Linear meter
To figure out how to convert square meters into linear meters, first of all you need to find out what it even is.
Oddly enough, you cannot say “linear meter”, because there is simply no other meter other than the linear meter. The correct definition would be: “The linear length of the product is 1 meter.” Thus, 1 linear meter is a measure of the length of any product, regardless of its other characteristics - width, height, density, weight, and so on.
Simply put, a linear meter is the same meter that we are all accustomed to and which can be calculated by simple measurement, using, for example, a long ruler.
Something that can be “rolled”
Before figuring out how to convert square meters into linear meters, let us clarify once again that this is the most common meter, equal to 100 centimeters. Most often, this term is used in trade, when you need to measure a certain amount of rolled material, the width of which is already included in the price of the product. For example, they sell linoleum, wire, power cable, wire, various fabrics. In order to find out how many linear meters are in a square meter, you need to make simple calculations - simply multiply the length by the width.
For example, if the width of the fabric is 2 meters 20 centimeters, then one linear meter of it will look like a piece 1 m long and 2.20 wide. And the area of this cut will be equal to 2.2 m2.
Now let's give an example with reverse calculations. How to convert square meters into linear meters if the area of something and its width are known? For example, the area of a piece of carpet is 15.6 m2, and its width is 3 m. If we make reverse mathematical calculations, we will find out that the length of such a cut will be equal to:
15.6 m2: 3 m = 5.2 m, or 5 m 20 cm.
Everything is quite simple, but it is worth remembering that it is simply impossible to calculate how many linear meters per square meter without knowing the width of the product.
How to measure something that cannot be folded?
Sometimes, however, in linear meters, for the convenience of calculations, something is measured that cannot possibly be roll material. For example, furniture sets and kitchen walls. How to be?
In this case, you will not need to convert linear meters to square meters simply because it is impossible to do. In this case, the manufacturer simply names a certain conditional price, which already includes labor costs, the cost of materials and components, electricity, and so on. It doesn’t matter exactly how many shelves there will be in your new cabinet, the price is quoted only for the length.
Pitfalls of such measurements
However, with this method of calculation you can make a big mistake. Often clients, flattered by the low price quoted per linear meter, are unpleasantly surprised when the manager furniture showroom will hold
The fact is that in this case the initial cost is too approximate, calculated from the use of standard furniture modifications and the cheapest materials. This amount never includes the cost of glass, countertops, built-in lighting, and even ordinary fittings. All these options are selected individually, taking into account the client’s wishes and significantly increase the final amount.
Thus, the linear meter in the furniture industry is used only to determine the lowest (starting) cost of products, and only gives the buyer the opportunity to focus on the general level of the company’s pricing policy.
Conclusion
Now you know exactly how to convert square meters into linear meters and vice versa. Such knowledge will definitely be useful to you, especially in cases where you have to purchase something “by the meter”. Try to make all the necessary calculations before purchasing and even double-check them several times. After all, it will be very unpleasant when it turns out that you overpaid for more material than was needed, or even worse - you bought less than required. Remember, according to the Law “On the Protection of Consumer Rights”, goods sold “by the meter” cannot be returned or exchanged.
Anyone who does not deal with sewing or furniture production, often asks the question: “How much is 1 linear meter?” In fact, this is the same unit of measurement that everyone is used to dealing with every day. Most often, this measure is used for orientation in the length of materials, most often fabric.
Method of measuring by linear meter
Linear meter- how much is this? In order to answer this question, you should know that such a measure has the same 100 cm. The only thing is that if it is used to count fabric, then only the length is taken into account, while the width is not taken into account.
By the way, the same applies to the purchase of pipes or electrical cables. The direct length of the product is taken into account, without taking into account the diameter or cross-section. The same system can be used for building materials, such as linoleum or baseboards. That is, the linear meter is used when other indicators are not important, for example for rolls.
But here you can often find on price tags that the same sealant or insulation has a cost per 1 square meter, not a linear meter. How much does this cost then? Let's look at the difference between them.
A few words about the square measure
A square meter is an area, for example land plot, premises, building and other materials measuring 100 x 100 cm. If the area has different numerical values of the sides, then the length and width indicators are multiplied by each other and a measurement is obtained, which is denoted by square meters.
This measurement system is most often used specifically for living space, since rooms rarely have equal sides. Purchase facing material for the floor or ceiling, and for the walls too, is calculated based on square meters.
What is the difference between linear and square meter?
Square and linear meter are how many in centimeters? In fact, the common point in such measurements is only the length, which is 100 cm, and then there are differences. The fact is that the square value is intended to calculate the area, while the linear value affects only the length, without taking into account the other sides of the material.
You can convert one unit to another only if there is a width value. Then, for example, if the fabric has a length of 1 linear meter (how much is this in centimeters? - 100), and a width of 2 meters, then these two numbers must be multiplied together. The result is the area of such a piece of matter.
Measuring for kitchen areas
As for the kitchen, this system is also used here. How much is a linear meter of a kitchen? And what can you measure there? In this case, the measure applies not to the area of the room itself, but to the furniture set.
In this case, all elements that are located along the walls are taken into account, for example a table or shelf, a cutting surface or cabinet, and other modules. The price is indicated for the entire set, with how much space it will take up in linear meters. But there may be a cost for an individual unit, then in this case the figure is multiplied by the number of elements in the set, and the final cost is obtained.
It’s worth mentioning right away that not all sellers indicate the full price. Therefore, you should immediately clarify whether furniture fittings at the indicated price, otherwise you may not calculate your finances.
Measure for tubular materials
How much is a linear meter of pipe? IN this option The weight of products is often used, which is why the price tag has corresponding symbols. In fact, few people are interested in why this particular measurement system is used.
Depending on its purpose, each pipe may have its own cross-section and wall thickness, and the material itself may be different. But if you take two identical pipes with the same circumference, one meter long, but with different wall thicknesses, it turns out that they will weigh differently. Usually the weight category is assigned according to GOST. But it is rare that the seller has such documents.
It is logical that the question arises: “For pipes, a linear meter is how much? Will this information help calculate weight? There is a formula for this:
The thickness of its walls is subtracted from the diameter of the product, then this value is multiplied again by the thickness of the walls, and then by 0.025 kg, as a result the mass of 1 linear meter will become known.
For calculations, linear measurements are made in millimeters.
Rebar measuring system
The fittings serve to create more reliable design, especially regarding country houses. It is also calculated using the linear system.
To do this, all the necessary rods are measured by length (if they are different) and the resulting amount is multiplied by the mass of 1 linear meter. To determine this value, there is a special table that will allow you to calculate the percentage in which the building will be reinforced. For independent calculations, use the formula: 1 m x (0.785 x diameter x diameter) = volume of reinforcement. The numbers indicate the geometric area of the circle. The diameter is taken in meters. The resulting value then needs to be multiplied by the specific gravity of the reinforcement, which is equal to 7850 kg/m3.
What is a linear meter of a kitchen, how do furniture manufacturers consider it, is it worth believing such a price and what will you have to pay extra for - let’s figure it out together with a professional.
What is a linear meter of kitchen furniture?
A linear meter of a kitchen is the approximate cost of a part kitchen set with a minimum set of elements 1 meter long. The depth and height of the cabinets are standard, the finishing is the simplest, and the equipment is minimal.
If you decide to purchase a ready-made modular kitchen, it will have a fixed price and you can immediately plan your budget for repairs. If a kitchen is made to order, no manufacturer will be able to name the final cost of the selected model without a detailed calculation.
The price per linear meter helps to preliminarily estimate the cost of the future kitchen. But with big reservations. Therefore, it is more correct to talk about the minimum price per linear meter.
How to calculate it
As a basis for calculations, manufacturers take a kitchen set of the simplest layout: sometimes straight, more often angular. The set of modules is the most budget-friendly. The layout is the simplest. Sizes are standard only. The prices of all elements are summed up and the cost of the headset is obtained. Divide it by the length of the kitchen and get the conditional price of 1 linear meter.
Example:
If the cost of a 2.5-meter-long headset in the simplest configuration at manufacturer prices is 51,000 rubles, the price of a linear meter is 20,400 rubles.
What elements are included in the calculation
Floor and wall cabinets (usually without drawers, with one or two hinged doors and one shelf).
- The height of the cabinets is standard: upper 700-720 mm, lower about 850 mm, including the base. The body is made of laminated Chipboard thickness 16 mm.
- The depth of the cabinets is also standard (keep in mind: standards may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer). Wall-mounted modules usually have 300 mm plus the front, while floor-standing units have 560 mm plus the thickness of the doors. Tabletop depth 600 mm.
The facades are simple - solid and smooth, without glass showcases or milling.
Finishing material is the cheapest: laminated chipboard or MDF in PVC film.
In addition to cabinets, the kit usually includes:
- table top (made of regular or moisture-resistant chipboard 28 or 38 mm, laminated with plastic)
- plinth
- wall rim with caps to match the tabletop
- mounting strip for wall cabinets
- the most simple handles(staples or the smallest railings)
- furniture hinges without closer.
If the manufacturer makes kitchens with different materials facades, layout and equipment in the calculations remains the same. Only the door finishing material and, possibly, the countertops change.
NOT included in the calculation
- wall panel
- household appliances, sink and mixer
- drawers, beveled, bent and radius elements, decorative canopy, lighting, internal filling of cabinets, closers and gas lifts.
Keep in mind: each manufacturer has its own set of modules, materials and components for calculating a linear meter. Some people don’t take the countertop into account. Others don't take into account the base or baseboard. Still others make room for a free-standing stove instead of a built-in one oven. Still others “forget” about hinges and handles...
The purchase price of materials and accessories from manufacturers also varies. Therefore, it is wrong to consider a manufacturer cheap only in terms of the cost of a conventional meter of a set of kitchen furniture.
Ask the seller what exactly he includes in a standard linear meter. What height and depth do the modules have? If you come to the salon, ask to see a sketch of the kitchen design project on the basis of which the calculation was made.
If a kitchen furniture manufacturer has described this in detail on its website, this good sign. There is a greater chance that the price will be adequate, and the calculation method will be transparent and without hidden extra charges.
Should you focus on the price per linear meter when choosing?
No, if you want to order a headset by custom sizes with drawers, convenient filling and thoughtful layout of modules.
Yes, if you are ready to purchase the most inexpensive kitchen in the basic configuration, with hinged doors, without drawers and glass display cases. But be prepared for the fact that the final cost of your order will still be higher than you originally planned.
After a detailed calculation for a specific design project, the cost of a kitchen can increase by 1.5-2 times. Especially if an unscrupulous manufacturer uses the low cost per linear meter as an advertising bait.
Why does a kitchen end up costing more?
The designer in the salon can offer you components of different prices. You will pay a little more, but the furniture will be of higher quality and more comfortable.
A set of the same size and layout can be assembled from different modules - the price of the kitchen will be different. For example, a cabinet with one swing door costs 1.5-2 times less than a cabinet of the same size with five drawers.
Kitchen modules of non-standard sizes will cost more. Keep this in mind when creating a design project and making preliminary calculations. It is almost impossible to create a comfortable kitchen using only standard elements. But non-standard can be reduced to a minimum. Then the ratio of quality and price will be optimal.
If you want to find out the exact cost of your kitchen, first draw up at least the most preliminary design (on your own or with the help of a designer in the salon). Decide on the material of the facades, countertops, fittings and finishing of the apron. If you live in Moscow and the region, it is more convenient to use a free online calculation. It is offered by many metropolitan companies. You will find out the approximate cost of a kitchen without leaving your home.
What else will you have to pay extra for?
- For elements more complex than one swing door and an internal shelf, configurations
- Glass, plastic, acrylic or enamel-painted facades
- For any fittings: high-quality hinges with closers, roll-out drawers, bottle holders, lifting mechanisms, smart storage and silent closing systems, good handles, etc. The cost of fittings increases the price of a kitchen calculated according to the standard formula by 50% or more.
- For household appliances ( hob, hood, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher), sink and mixer.
What are the alternatives?
Some manufacturers, instead of the conventional cost of a meter of an abstract typeface, provide a more correct and informative calculation: they show standard projects kitchens and consider their price in the basic configuration. You see what exactly is included in a particular kit, the dimensions of the headset as a whole and the modules individually. Sometimes the manufacturer recommends accessories and separately indicates its price.
How much does a linear meter of inexpensive kitchen cost in Moscow?
For economy class kitchens made to individual sizes, the average price per linear meter (linear meter) ranges from 12 to 25 thousand rubles.
Models with chipboard facades can be found from 10-11 thousand rubles per linear meter.
From film MDF - from 15-17 thousand rubles, depending on the quality and texture of the film.
Kitchens made of plastic - from 18-19 thousand rubles per linear meter.
From acrylic - from 24-25 thousand rubles.
From painted MDF - from 20 thousand rubles for matte enamel, from 22-23 thousand rubles for glossy coating of facades.
People not involved in sewing or furniture production often do not understand how much a linear meter is. In fact, it turns out that this is the same parameter that everyone encounters almost daily. And you can measure a linear meter with a regular tape measure. These parameters are used when measuring the length of workpieces various materials, this could be some kind of wall covering or all kinds of floor coverings, such as linoleum.
Differences in measurement systems
Linear meter is number of meters in length of material excluding width. If you need to measure rolled products, for example, fabric, then only the length is taken into account, and the width is not taken into account. Pipes and electrical cables are measured in the same way. In this case, only the direct length of the products is taken into account, without paying attention to the diameter or its cross-section.
Consider the length of 1 linear meter
Sometimes price tags in stores indicate the price per square footage of material. This applies to sealing and insulation. It is necessary to pay attention to how calculations are made in this case. It is necessary to understand what differences exist in different measurement systems. Square meters measure, for example, the area of land segments, buildings, engineering and other structures. A linear meter is measured in ordinary length in meters, while take into account the width of different finishing materials:
- carpet;
- polyethylene;
- vinyl film.
This method is chosen when cutting linoleum and baseboards. In the same way, you can measure the linear meter of any floor covering. Measurements with the same parameters are carried out in cases where other parameters are not needed, for example, rolled metal rolls.
If you need to lay a new one flooring indoors, you need to choose a material of good quality and with a beautiful pattern. To calculate how much coverage is required, the required length should be multiplied by the width of the coverage. To make a polyethylene greenhouse, at the beginning of the work a paper drawing of all its parts is made. After this, their length and width are measured, as a result of which you can easily determine the amount, for example, of film for making a greenhouse.
In this video we will look at what a linear meter is:
To purchase a ready-made kitchen furniture, the dimensions of which are measured in the same units of measurement as the room in which the furniture will be installed, you must first determine the dimensions of this room and choose a kitchen set to your taste. It must be remembered that along with the width of the furniture, its price includes prices for facades, internal shelves, drawers and fittings. The full price does not include the price for the hob, oven and dishwasher. How to calculate a linear meter for various connecting building materials, such as pipes, metal fences or any other barriers.
Errors allowed
When determining the area of a room, for example, a kitchen, mistakes are sometimes made. To find out how a linear meter is calculated, it will be enough to remember the school curriculum. To avoid mistakes, you must first make a drawing of the room in which furniture will be installed or flooring will be laid. The drawing indicates the length and width of the room in which it will be installed. kitchen set. For the kitchen, you also need data on its height and the location of window and door openings.
To determine the area of a product, you need to multiply its width by its length. In this case, width is of great importance. Areas are also measured using the same method:
- premises;
- laying surfaces;
- facing materials;
- busy with furniture.
One square meter is equal to the area of the square in which each side is 100 cm. It is used to measure area, for example, football fields or premises for various purposes.
To calculate the size of the area, you need to multiply the length of the object by its width. Areas of complex shape are also measured in square meters. For such actions, it is necessary to measure each segment and add all the values together.
Converting numbers to meters
The resulting measurement figures must be converted into centimeters, and then the length and width must be multiplied. A square meter is a unit of measurement for area, as well as the area of a two-dimensional object. The area of a room or any other room can be calculated in the same way, but, first of all, we need to draw their diagrams.
The corners of the square are also right. This means that having measured the length and width of the angles, you need to multiply their data by each other, and then divide the resulting result by 2. As a result of the division, you get the value of the area of the triangle in square centimeters.
This method can be used for the reason that a right triangle is a rectangle divided in half diagonally.
A triangular section can be calculated in the same way. A triangle has a right angle equal to 90 0. To turn any triangle into a right triangle and then calculate its area, you need to draw a straight line from any corner of the triangle to the one on the opposite side so that you get a right angle. Now you need to measure the area of each triangle, and the answer will be obtained through the process of addition.
Choosing new furniture is always a difficult process. And if it comes to unclear formulations, then this develops into a huge problem. Most often, buyers get confused. Mostly similar products They sell it in linear meters, but they don’t bother to explain what it is on the label, hence the difficulties for consumers.
Why measure in linear meters?
Many buyers cannot understand why they need to invent some kind of linear meters. For example, with wardrobe, armchair, sofa, table everything is much simpler, and the price is interpreted unambiguously. The need to introduce such a measure specifically for kitchens is explained by the fact that individual elements the headset may have different prices, if their cost were displayed separately, then buyers would be even more confused.
On a note! The linear meter is not always such a good guide, since it shows the minimum value of the cost. For each additional shelf, opening and storage system you will have to pay extra.
Linear meter
- A linear meter is a conventional unit of measurement for any kitchen, corresponding to a section of material and expressing the length of the object, regardless of its width. It includes a minimal set of elements and no finishing. The filling of the cabinets is also standard.
For most manufacturers this is:
- with opening doors.
- One shelf.
- One .
- Bar for hanging shelves.
- Less commonly, such an economical set includes: handles, baseboards, and plinth.
- That is, 1 linear meter is the average price of one meter in length. This value is used not only when selling, but also to calculate the cost of ordering a product.
The price never includes:
- panel;
- backlight;
- cornices;
- ;
- washing;
- wall plinth.
Features of calculation and configuration
In order to understand how much your kitchen will ultimately cost, you should determine its optimal set of capacity and functionality.
Important! In most salons, they are ready to provide the headset style you like in different variations.
The average standard option can be called this:
- Lower (floor) cabinets. Their number should be five: under, drawers, a hob, two with doors for storing necessary kitchen items.
- Corner elements in the amount of 2 pieces.
- Facades made of laminated surfaces, MDF table top.
- Wall shelves. Their number is the same as that of floor cabinets in most cases.
- Cabinet with compartment under .
Advice! Before going to the salon, you need to measure the dimensions of the room for which the furniture is being selected. Only 2 measures are required: the length of the baseboard and the height of the ceilings.
The fewer non-standard solutions there are in your new kitchen, the cheaper it will cost. But often the amount indicated per linear meter can only serve as a starting point, since it shows the lowest cost that will have to be paid. At a minimum, you will need to purchase another sink.
Factors influencing the price of a headset
Of course, it is important to consider that the price per linear meter is influenced by many factors. Let's look at the main ones.
- Materials. The cheapest is chipboard, then MDF, the last and most expensive is . Much less often, kitchens are made from of stainless steel, mainly for professional equipment of restaurants. You can also find headsets made from high quality. Of course, you are unlikely to find the last two options in the average store; they are mostly made to order.
- Finishing. The most accessible are laminated facades, fiberboard covered with veneer, or varnished surfaces. Steel and lacquered glass are somewhat more expensive. The most expensive facade is high varnish. This is the name given to a surface coated with several layers of varnish.
- Special mechanisms, storage systems. Devices for lifting doors, wall cabinets, rotating baskets, automatic closers etc. These elements simplify work in the kitchen, but at the same time add to its price. In some cases, the cost doubles.
- Non-standard elements. Almost every manufacturer has atypical sizes of cabinets and shelves in their price list. However, remember that
