To work out the area of a square or rectangular lawn, you need to measure its dimensions and perform a simple calculation.
Calculating your lawn area is essential for knowing how much turf, seed, fertiliser, or other lawn products you might need. For simple square or rectangular shapes, it's a straightforward process.
Steps to Calculate Square or Rectangular Lawn Area
Based on standard practice, here's how to calculate the area for a square or rectangular lawn:
- Step 1: Measure Dimensions
- Measure the length of the area in metres.
- Measure the width of the area in metres.
- Reference 1: Measure the height and width of the square or rectangular area in metres. (Note: 'height' and 'length' are often used interchangeably in this context).
- Step 2: Perform the Calculation
- Multiply the measured length by the measured width.
- Reference 2: To calculate the amount of turf required, multiply height x width.
- Step 3: Note the Unit
- The result will be in square metres (m²). This represents the total area of your lawn.
Example Calculation
Let's use the example provided to illustrate the process:
- Reference 4: Example: - Height 6 m; Width 15 m.
- Reference 5: - 6 m x 15 m= 90 m².
Here's how that looks:
| Dimension | Measurement | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 6 | m |
| Width | 15 | m |
Now, apply the calculation:
Area = Length x Width
Area = 6 m x 15 m
Area = 90 m²
So, a lawn measuring 6 metres by 15 metres has an area of 90 square metres. This is the amount of turf or coverage you would need for this specific shape and size.
