TradesCalcs

Paint Calculator

Calculate gallons of paint needed for walls, ceilings, and trim. Accounts for doors, windows, number of coats, and surface texture.

Ad Space (horizontal)
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Length of the room in feet

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Width of the room in feet

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Standard ceiling height is 8 ft. Measure floor to ceiling if yours differs.

Standard door = 21 sq ft deduction (3' x 7')

Standard window = 15 sq ft deduction (3' x 5')

Two coats is standard. One coat for same-color touch-ups.

sq ft

Check the paint can label. 350 for smooth walls, 250 for textured.

Ceiling paint is usually flat/matte — may be a different product than your wall paint

Ad Space (rectangle)