Of course, each of us studied at school, whether it was good or bad is another matter. And of course, since school we are all familiar with different sizes measuring something. Liter, kilogram, second, meter and so on. But sometimes there are such units of measurement that, on the one hand, seem to be understandable, but on the other hand, it is quite difficult to explain what they measure.
These include, for example, a running meter. Agree - almost everyone has heard this phrase, but far from everyone will be able to explain how a linear meter differs from 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 course of the school curriculum, you can recall that the meter is the length of the path that passes sunlight in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 seconds.
In Europe of the 15th-16th centuries, there were no standard, generally accepted measures of length at all; each region adopted its own for circulation. 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 was to be based not on the desire of the ruling person, but on a natural, 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 making one "semi-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 how it was proved that as it approaches the equator, it decreases. I had to look for other ways.
A little later, the idea came up to tie the length of the 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 is 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 is all about.
Oddly enough, but "linear meter" can not be said, because no other meter, except for the running meter, simply does not exist. The correct definition would be: "The running 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, mass, and so on.
Simply put, a running meter is the same meter to which we are all accustomed and which can be calculated by a simple measurement, using, for example, or a long ruler.
What can be "rolled up"
Before figuring out how to convert square meters into linear meters, let's clarify once again that this is the most common meter, equal to 100 centimeters. Most often, this term is used in trade when it is necessary to measure a certain amount of rolled material, the width of which is already included in the price of the goods. For running meters, for example, they sell linoleum, wire, power cable, wire, various fabrics. In order to find out how many running meters are in a square meter, you need to make simple calculations - just 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 \u200b\u200bthis cut will be equal to 2.2 m 2.
Now let's give an example with reverse calculations. How to convert square meters into linear meters if the area of \u200b\u200bsomething and its width are known? For example, the area of a piece of carpet is 15.6 m 2, and its width is 3 m. If we perform the reverse mathematical calculations, we will find out that the length of such a cut will be equal to:
15.6 m 2: 3 m \u003d 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 what cannot be collapsed?
Sometimes, however, in running meters, for the convenience of calculations, something is measured that cannot 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 this. 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. At the same time, it doesn’t matter how many shelves your new cabinet will have, the price is only for the length.
Pitfalls of such measurements
However, with this method of calculation, you can make a big mistake. Often, clients, seduced 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 wishes of the client and significantly increase the final amount.
Thus, a running meter in the furniture industry is used only to determine the lowest (starting) cost of products, and the buyer only gives the opportunity to focus on the general level of the company's pricing policy.
Conclusion
Now you know exactly how to convert square meters to running meters and vice versa. Such knowledge will definitely come in handy, especially in those cases when you have to purchase something “by the footage”. Try to make all the necessary calculations before the purchase 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 you needed, or even worse, you bought less than what was required. Remember, according to the law "On the Protection of Consumer Rights", goods sold "by the meter" are not subject to return or exchange.
One who does not deal with sewing or furniture production, often asks the question: "1 linear meter is how much?" In fact, this is the same unit of measurement that everyone is used to dealing with every day. Most often, such a measure is used for orientation in the length of materials, most often fabrics.
Method of measurement with a running 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 the 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 cable. The direct length of the product is taken into account, without taking into account the diameter or section. The same system can be used for building materials such as linoleum or skirting boards. That is, a linear meter is used when other indicators do not matter, for example, for rolls.
But here you can often find on the price tags that the same sealant or insulation has a cost per 1 square, and not a running meter. How much does it come out then? Let's consider the difference between them.
A few words about the square measure
An area is called a square meter, for example, land plot, premises, building and other materials measuring 100 x 100 cm. If the area has different digital values of the sides, then the length and width indicators are multiplied by each other and a measurement is obtained, which is indicated 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 walls too, it is calculated from square meters.
What is the difference between a running meter and a square meter?
Square and running meter - how many in centimeters? In fact, the common moment 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 only convert from one unit to another if you have a width value. Then, for example, if the fabric has a length of 1 linear meter (how many 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 applied here. A running meter of a kitchen is how much? And what can be measured there? In this case, the measure is applicable not to the area of \u200b\u200bthe 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 a cabinet, and other modules. The price is indicated with the calculation for the entire set, with how much it will take up space in linear meters. But there may be a cost of a separate unit, then in this case the figure is multiplied by the number of elements in the headset, and the final cost is obtained.
It’s worth mentioning right away that not all sellers indicate the full price. Therefore, it should immediately be clarified whether furniture fittings at the specified cost, otherwise you can not calculate your finances.
Measure for tubular materials
Running meter of pipe - how much will it turn out? IN this option the weight of products is often used, therefore the price tag has the appropriate designations. In fact, few are interested in why there is such a system of measurements.
Depending on the purpose, each pipe can have its own cross-section and wall thickness, in addition, the execution material itself can 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 rarely when the seller has such documents.
It is logical that the question arises: “For pipes, a running meter is how much? Will this information help calculate the 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 wall thickness, and then by 0.025 kg, as a result, the mass of the 1st running meter will become known.
For calculations, linear measurements are made in millimeters.
Rebar measuring system
Armature serves to create more robust design, especially with regard to country houses. It is also calculated using the running system.
To do this, all the necessary rods are measured in length (if they are different) and the resulting amount is multiplied by the mass of the 1 linear meter. To determine this value, there is a special table that will allow you to calculate in what percentage the building will be reinforced. For independent calculations, the formula is used: 1 m x (0.785 x diameter x diameter) = reinforcement volume. The numbers indicate the geometric area of the circle. The diameter is taken in meters. The resulting value must then be multiplied by the specific gravity of the reinforcement, which is equal to 7850 kg / m 3.
What is a running meter of a kitchen, as furniture manufacturers consider it, is it worth believing such a price and what you have to pay extra for - we figure it out together with a professional.
What is a running meter of a kitchen set
A running meter of a kitchen is the estimated cost of a part kitchen set with a minimum set of elements 1 meter long. The depth and height of the lockers are standard, the finish is the simplest, the equipment is minimal.
If you decide to purchase ready-made modular kitchen, it will have a fixed price and you can immediately plan a budget for repairs. If the 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 of a running meter helps to preliminarily estimate the cost of a 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 calculation, manufacturers take a kitchen set of the simplest layout: sometimes straight, more often - angular. The set of modules is the most budgetary. 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 headset with a length of 2.5 meters in the simplest configuration at manufacturer's prices turned out to be 51,000 rubles, the price of a running 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: top 700-720 mm, bottom about 850 mm, including the plinth. Body 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). For hanging modules, usually 300 mm plus the front, for floor cabinets 560 mm plus the thickness of the doors. Depth of a table-top is 600 mm.
Facades are taken simple - deaf and smooth, without glass showcases and milling.
Finishing material - the cheapest: laminated chipboard or MDF in PVC film.
In addition to cabinets, the kit usually includes:
- tabletop (made of ordinary or moisture-resistant chipboard 28 or 38 mm, laminated with plastic)
- plinth
- wall ledge with end caps to match the table top
- mounting plate for wall cabinets
- the most simple handles(staples or the smallest railing)
- furniture hinges without a closer.
If the manufacturer makes kitchens with different materials facades, the layout and equipment of the headset in the calculations remains the same. Only the material for finishing the doors and, possibly, the countertops changes.
The calculation does NOT include
- wall panel
- household appliances, sink and mixer
- drawers, beveled, bent and radius elements, decorative canopy, lighting, cabinet interiors, door closers and gas lifts.
Keep in mind: each manufacturer has its own set of modules, materials and components for calculating a running meter. Some do not take into account the countertop. Others do not take into account the plinth or baseboard. Still others lay a place for a free-standing stove instead of a built-in one oven. Fourth "forget" about the hinges and handles ...
The purchase cost of materials and accessories from manufacturers is also different. Therefore, it is wrong to consider a manufacturer as cheap only at 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 is the height and depth of the modules. If you came 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 their website, this good sign. It is more likely that the price will be adequate, and the calculation method will be transparent and without hidden extra charges.
Should I focus on the price per meter when choosing?
No, if you want to order the headset by individual sizes with drawers, convenient filling and thoughtful arrangement of modules.
Yes, if you are ready to purchase the most inexpensive kitchen in the basic configuration, with hinged doors, without drawers and glass showcases. 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 the kitchen cost more in the end?
The designer in the salon can offer you components of different cost. You will pay a little more, but the furniture will be of better 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 cheaper 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 a preliminary calculation. It is almost impossible to compose a comfortable kitchen only from standard elements. But you can reduce the non-standard to a minimum. Then the ratio of quality and price will be optimal.
If you want to know the exact cost of your kitchen, first draw 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 apron trim. 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 the kitchen without leaving your home.
What else do you have to pay for?
- For elements more complex than one hinged door and an internal shelf configuration
- Glass, plastic, acrylic or enameled facades
- For any accessories: high-quality hinges with closers, roll-out boxes, 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, extractor hood, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher), sink and faucet.
What are the alternatives
Some manufacturers, instead of the conditional cost of a meter of an abstract headset, give a more correct and informative calculation: they show standard projects kitchens and consider their price in the basic configuration. You can 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 fittings and separately indicates its price.
How much does a running meter of an inexpensive kitchen cost in Moscow
For economy class kitchens according to individual sizes, the average price per linear meter (r.m.) ranges from 12 to 25 thousand rubles.
Models with chipboard facades can be found from 10-11 thousand rubles per r.m.
From film MDF - from 15-17 thousand rubles, depending on the quality and texture of the film.
Plastic kitchens - 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 a glossy coating of facades.
People who are not related to sewing or furniture production often do not understand how much a running meter is. In fact, it turns out that this is the same parameter that everyone encounters almost daily. And you can measure the linear meter with an ordinary tape measure. These parameters are used when measuring the length of workpieces various materials, it can be some kind of wall covering or all kinds of floor coverings, such as linoleum.
Differences in measurement systems
The running meter is the number of meters in length of the material excluding width. If you need to measure rolled products, for example, fabric, then only the length is taken into account, while the width is not considered. Pipes and electrical cables are measured in the same way. In this case, only the direct length of the products is taken into account, not paying attention to the diameter or its cross section.
Consider the length of 1 linear meter
Sometimes on the price tags in stores indicate the price for the square of the material. This applies to the seal and insulation. It is necessary to pay attention to how the calculations are made in this case. It is necessary to understand what differences exist in different measurement systems. In square meters, for example, the areas of land segments, buildings, design and other buildings are measured. The linear meter is measured by the 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 running meter of any floor covering. Measurements with the same parameters are carried out in cases where other parameters are not needed, for example, metal rolls.
If you need to lay a new flooring indoors, it is necessary 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 greenhouse from polyethylene, at the beginning of work, a paper drawing of all its parts is made. After that, their length and width are measured, as a result of which it is easy to determine the amount, for example, of a film for the manufacture of a greenhouse.
In this video, we will analyze what a running meter is:
To purchase ready-made kitchen furniture, the dimensions of which are measured in the same units as the room in which the furniture will be installed, it is necessary first of all to determine the dimensions of this room and choose a kitchen set to your liking. It must be remembered that along with the width of the furniture, its price includes the 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 the linear meter for various connecting building materials such as pipes, metal fences or any other barriers.
Permissible mistakes
When determining the area of a room, for example, a kitchen, mistakes are sometimes made. To find out how a running meter is calculated, it will be enough to recall the school curriculum. To avoid mistakes, you must first make a drawing of the room in which the furniture will be installed or the 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, we also need data about its height and the location of window and door openings.
To determine the area of \u200b\u200bthe product, you need to multiply its width by its length. In this case, the width is of great importance. The area is measured in the same way:
- premises;
- floor surfaces;
- facing materials;
- busy with furniture.
One square meter is equal to the area of the square in which each side is 100cm. It is used to measure the 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 that are complex in shape are also measured in square meters. For such actions, it is necessary to measure each segment and add all the values \u200b\u200bintogether.
Converting numbers to meters
The resulting measurement figures must be converted to centimeters, and then the length and width must be multiplied. A square meter is a unit of 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, need to draw their diagrams.
The corners of the square are also straight. This means that, having measured the length and width of the corners, it is necessary to multiply their data by each other, and then divide the result by 2. As a result of the division, the value of the area of \u200b\u200bthe triangle in square centimeters is obtained.
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. The 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 in such a way that you get a right angle. Now you need to measure the area of \u200b\u200beach triangle, and the answer will be obtained in the process of addition.
Choosing new furniture is always a difficult process. And when it comes to not entirely clear formulations, then this develops into a huge problem. Most often, buyers are confused. Mostly similar products they sell in linear meters, and they don’t bother to explain what it is on the label, hence the difficulties for consumers.
Why measure in running meters?
Many buyers cannot understand why invent some running meters there. 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 headset may have different price, if their cost was exhibited separately, then buyers would be even more confused.
On a note! Not always a running meter is such a good guideline, as 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 running meter is a conventional unit of measurement for any kitchen, corresponding to a piece of material and expressing the length of an object, regardless of its width. It includes a minimum set of elements, there is no decoration. The filling of cabinets is also standard.
For most manufacturers, this is:
- with opening doors.
- One shelf.
- One .
- Plank for hanging shelves.
- Less commonly, such an economy set includes: handles, baseboards, 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 cost in the end, you should determine its optimal set of spaciousness and functionality.
Important! In most salons, the headset style you like is ready to be provided in different variations.
The average standard option can be called this:
- Bottom (floor) cabinets. Their number should be five: under, drawers, hob, two with doors for storing the necessary kitchen items.
- Corner elements in the amount of 2 pieces.
- Facades made of laminated surfaces, MDF tabletop.
- Hanging shelves. Their number is the same as that of floor cabinets in most cases.
- Cabinet-pencil case with compartment under .
Advice! Before heading to the salon, you need to measure the dimensions of the room for which the furniture is selected. Only 2 measurements are required: skirting board length and ceiling height.
The less non-standard solutions there will be in your new kitchen, the cheaper it will cost. But often the amount that is indicated per linear meter can only serve as a starting point, as it shows the lowest cost that you have to pay. At a minimum, you need to buy another sink.
Factors affecting the price of a headset
Of course, it is important to consider that many factors influence the price of a running meter. Let's consider the main ones.
- Materials. The cheapest - chipboard, further MDF, the last and most expensive -. Much less often, kitchens are made from of stainless steel, mainly for professional restaurant equipment. You can also find high quality headsets. 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. Somewhat more expensive steel, lacquered glass. The most expensive facade is high varnish. This is the name of the surface covered with varnish in several layers.
- Special mechanisms, storage systems. Devices for lifting doors, wall cabinets, swivel baskets, auto-closers etc. These elements simplify the 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 in the price list you can find atypical sizes of cabinets and shelves. However, remember that
