Definition
Definition
Floors, walls and ceilings finished like the rest of the house.
What it means
Finished area is enclosed space that is finished like the rest of the home and can be used all year. Garages, unfinished attics and storage rooms are not finished area.
Compared with other terms
| Term | What it includes |
|---|---|
| Finished area | Floors, walls and ceilings finished like the rest of the house. |
| Gross living area (GLA) | Finished area above grade, from the outside walls. |
| ANSI Z765 | The US standard for measuring single-family homes. |