Paint Calculator

Calculate how many gallons of paint needed for any room.

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Guides & Reference

How It Works

Calculates gallons needed: wall area = 2x(length+width)x height. Each gallon covers ~400 sq ft per coat. Subtract doors (~20 sq ft) and windows (~15 sq ft each).

Formula

Gallons = Wall Area / 400

Quick Reference

Common calculations — results you can verify instantly.

12×15 room, 8ft ceiling

432 sq ft walls / 400

~2.2 gallons (2 coats)

One 5-gal bucket covers

At 400 sq ft/gal

~2,000 sq ft per coat

Ceiling 12×15ft

180 sq ft / 400

~0.5 gallon per coat

Tips & Shortcuts

1 gallon covers ~350-400 sq ft per coat.

Dark to light color change needs 3 coats.

Common Mistakes

Not subtracting doors and windows

Subtract ~20 sq ft per door and 15 sq ft per window.

Buying for one coat when two needed

Most paint jobs require 2 coats. Calculate total.

Frequently Asked Questions

2(12+15)x8=432 sq ft. For 2 coats: ~2.2 gallons.

Flat: ceilings. Eggshell: living rooms. Satin: kitchens/baths. Semi-gloss: trim.

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