How to Use the Area Tool in Bluebeam – Measure Square Metres Fast for Takeoffs & Quotes
📝 Description
The Area Tool allows you to click around the edges of a space to calculate the total surface area — instantly showing the m². It's essential for any trade needing material quantities based on coverage: think concrete, flooring, tiling, waterproofing, insulation, landscaping, and more.
🛠 Common Use Cases
Concrete slab pours (internal or external)
Tiling and waterproofing for wet areas or balconies
Plastering and painting take-offs for walls and ceilings
Landscaping zones like turf, mulch, pavers
Insulation, cladding or sheeting coverage
Screeding and floor levelling estimates
✅ Benefits
Accurate square metre output every time
Works with irregular shapes — just click around any zone
Instant visibility — shows m² on the plan and in your Markups List
Easy to assign colours, fill patterns, and trade-specific labels
Combine with Custom Columns to apply rates and export to Excel
Pro tip: For complex spaces, combine with Dynamic Fill to speed up the outline.