How to Measure Space for Furniture
To measure space for furniture, you will need a tape measure, a pencil and paper, and a ruler or straight edge. Here are the steps to follow:
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Measure the length and width of the room or area where you will be placing the furniture. Write down these measurements.
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Measure the length and width of the furniture piece you want to place in the room. Write down these measurements as well.
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Using a ruler or straight edge, draw a scale floor plan of the room on graph paper. Be sure to include all doors, windows, and other permanent features of the room.
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Using the measurements you took, draw the outline of the furniture piece on the scale floor plan. Be sure to leave enough space around the furniture for comfortable movement.
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Double-check your measurements and placement to make sure the furniture will fit comfortably in the space and that there is enough room for people to move around it.
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If you are measuring for multiple pieces of furniture, repeat the process for each piece and make sure that there is enough space for all of the furniture and for people to move around comfortably.
Remember, it is always a good idea to measure twice and cut once to ensure that your furniture fits perfectly in your space.