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Room Dimensions

Room Length (ft)

Room Width (ft)

Ceiling Height (ft)

Openings (Deductions)

Doors

Windows

Paint Options

Number of Coats

Paint Coverage

Include ceiling

Include primer

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Total Areas

Enter combined wall area for multiple rooms

Total Wall Area (sq ft)

Total Ceiling Area (sq ft)

Total Trim (linear ft)

Number of Coats

Wall Coverage (sq ft/gal)

Include primer

Exterior Dimensions

House Perimeter (ft)

Wall Height (ft)

Gable Area (sq ft)

Doors

Windows

Surface Type

Siding Type

Number of Coats

Include primer

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Paint Requirements

Wall Paint

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Wall Paint
gallons

Wall Area

sq ft

Coverage Used

sq ft/gal

Summary

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Total Paint
gallons

Total Coverage

sq ft

Paint tips:
• 1 gallon typically covers 350-400 sq ft on smooth surfaces
• Textured surfaces may require 25-50% more paint
• Dark colors over light may need 3+ coats
• Always buy slightly extra for touch-ups

Coverage Reference

Interior Surfaces:
Drywall (smooth): 400 sq ft/gal
Drywall (textured): 250-300 sq ft/gal
Plaster: 300-350 sq ft/gal
Wood paneling: 300-350 sq ft/gal

Exterior Surfaces:
Smooth wood: 400 sq ft/gal
Rough wood: 250-300 sq ft/gal
Stucco: 150-200 sq ft/gal
Brick: 150-200 sq ft/gal
Concrete block: 100-150 sq ft/gal