Calculators
How Much Drywall Do I Need?
“How much” searches usually mean a quick sheet count for one or two rooms. Preset: two rooms (10×12 and 12×14 ft) on 4×8 sheets with 10% waste.
Stud framing is not part of drywall takeoff — only panels and finish supplies. Corner bead counts outside corners you enter.
Download a PDF that matches the on-screen table row for row.
| Item | Area | Size | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walls | Bedroom | 317 sq ft | 11 sheets |
| Walls | Office | 381 sq ft | 14 sheets |
Project totals (buy these)
| Item | Area | Size | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drywall (project total) | All rooms | 767.8 sq ft | 24 sheets |
Assumptions
- Sheet size: 32 sq ft per sheet
- Waste factor: 10%
- Wall area (net): 698.0 sq ft
- Default door opening: 20 sq ft
- Default window opening: 15 sq ft
- Estimates only. Check the coverage figure on your product before buying.
Supplies checklist
- Joint compound — ~8 buckets
- Paper tape — 2 rolls
- Drywall screws — ~768
- Corner bead — 2 pieces
- Mud pan and taping knives
- Sanding screens or sponge
Estimates only. Check the coverage figure on your product before buying.
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