Paint Coverage Calculator
Calculate how much paint you need for your project. Estimate paint cans, cost, and coverage based on room dimensions, paint type, and number of coats.
Step 1: Room Details
Estimating Room Size
Measure the length, width, and height of your room. For irregular shapes, break the room into rectangular sections and calculate each separately.
Step 2: Paint Details
Paint Coverage Results
Summary
Paint Comparison
Breakdown
Estimated Paint Cost
$71.99
Based on 864 sq ft with 2 coats at 350 sq ft/gallon
Total Area
864 sq ft
Paint Required
4.94 gallons
Cans Needed
5 cans
Price per Can
$30.00
Paint Type Comparison
| Paint Type | Coverage | Cans Required | Total Cost |
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Paint Cost Breakdown
Paint Coverage Formula
Total Paint = (Total Area × Number of Coats) ÷ Coverage per Can
To calculate paint needed: First calculate the total paintable area (walls only, excluding doors/windows), multiply by number of coats, then divide by the coverage per gallon/liter. Round up to the nearest whole can.
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