How to Take Correct Measurements Before Buying Anything Online in Nigeria

Buying online has become part of everyday life in Nigeria. From electronics to home appliances and clothing, people now order items without seeing them physically. Yet one problem keeps coming up again and again:

“What I ordered is not what I got.”

In most cases, this disappointment is not caused by fraud or bad products. It is caused by measurement misunderstanding.

This guide explains, in a simple and practical way, how to understand measurements before buying online — so you can buy confidently and avoid regret.

Why Measurement Matters More Than Pictures

Product photos can be misleading.
Camera angles, lighting, and display setups can make an item look bigger or smaller than it truly is.

Measurements, however, do not lie.

When sellers provide dimensions in millimetres, centimetres, or inches, they are giving you the real size of the product. Understanding those numbers is the key to getting exactly what you expect.

Understanding Measurement Units (Quick Clarity)

Most products online are measured using these units:

• 10 mm = 1 cm
• 1 inch ≈ 2.54 cm

You do not need to memorise conversions.

You only need to compare the measurement with your available space or body size.

How TVs Are Actually Measured

One of the most common mistakes online shoppers make is misunderstanding TV sizes.

TV size is not measured by width or height.

It is measured diagonally, from one corner of the screen to the opposite corner.

A 43-inch TV means the diagonal screen length is 43 inches — not the width.

Because of this:

• Two TVs with the same screen size can have different widths
• A TV may not fit your table even if the “inch size” looks right

Always check the actual width and height in the product description.

Measuring Appliances Like Freezers and Refrigerators

For appliances, manufacturers use a simple format:

Width × Depth × Height

This tells you:

• how wide the appliance is
• how far it comes out from the wall
• how tall it stands

Before buying:

• Measure the space where the appliance will stand
• Check doorways to ensure it can pass through
• Leave small space for air circulation

This simple step prevents delivery-day frustration.

Clothes and Shoes: Why Guessing Fails

Clothing sizes like S, M, L, XL are not universal.
They vary by brand and country.

What works better is body measurement.

For clothes:

• Measure chest, waist, and hips
• Compare with the seller’s size chart

For shoes:

• Measure foot length in centimetres
• Match it with the chart provided

Numbers are more reliable than labels.

Simple Measurement Habits That Save You Money

• Measure your space before buying
• Do not rely on photos alone
• Read dimension details carefully
• Ask questions when unsure
• Compare measurements, not assumptions

These habits reduce wrong purchases and unnecessary returns.

Final Thought

Online shopping does not have to be frustrating.
When you understand measurements, you shop smarter, waste less money, and enjoy what you buy.

At Dispasal, we believe clear information leads to better buying decisions — and that is why we always encourage customers to check measurements before ordering.

📦 Measure first. Buy smart. Enjoy what you ordered.

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