---
title: "Measurement units"
description: "Bulido lets you choose between metric and imperial measurement units. The choice affects room dimensions and how area is shown on quotes."
locale: en
category: settings
slug: measurement-units
updatedAt: 2026-05-06
---
# Measurement units

Bulido supports two measurement systems, and you decide which one is used for room dimensions and area display in quotes. You'll find the setting under **Settings → Regional Settings**, in the **Units** field.

## Two options

- **Metric** (default): metres, centimetres, square metres (m²), linear metres (lm).
- **Imperial**: feet, inches, square feet (ft²), linear feet (ft).

## Choice for European companies

Practically every European-registered company leaves it on **Metric**. That's the default after picking a European country.

Reasons to switch to **Imperial**:

- You mainly work with English-speaking clients who think in feet.
- You collaborate with architects or suppliers in the US/UK and want to skip the conversions.

For most European operations (especially in the remodelling trade), imperial units are impractical. Stay on Metric.

## Effect on dimensions and calculations

Once you pick units:

- **Room dimensions** (width, length, height) are entered in the matching units.
- **Auto-calculated areas** (floor, walls, ceiling) come out in the matching square units.
- **Service units** in the catalog (m², lm for metric; ft², ft for imperial) follow the chosen system.

Switching units **doesn't automatically convert** existing dimensions or catalog services. If you go from metric to imperial, manually verify the dimensions and prices you've already entered.

## What's next

- [Set the date format and decimal separator](/helpcenter/settings/date-format-and-separator)
- [Change company country and currency](/helpcenter/settings/country-and-currency)