Calculators
How Much Paint Do I Need?
Two coats is the honest default — one coat rarely covers a colour change. This page walks through a 12 by 12 ft bedroom with openings deducted.
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| Surface | Room | Area | Coats | Coverage | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walls | Room 1 | 349 sq ft | 2 | 350 | 2 gallons |
Assumptions
- Surface type: Previously painted, smooth (×1)
- Wall/ceiling coverage: 350 sq ft/gal
- Primer coverage: 300 sq ft/gal
- Default door opening: 20 sq ft
- Default window opening: 15 sq ft
- Trim estimate width: 0.33 ft (rough)
Supplies checklist
- Painter's tape — 1 roll
- Drop cloths
- Roller covers — 2–3
- Angled brush
- Roller tray liners
- Spackle / filler
- Sandpaper
Estimates only. Check the coverage figure on your product before buying.
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