Painting Calculator

Often, it is hard to figure out how much paint is needed to complete a project. By using the Paint Calculator below, the task is much easier.

Instructions

Simply fill in the blanks and when finished, Click on the 'Calculate it for me' button. Be sure to enter all dimensions in feet.

Walls

Wall 1 Width: ft. x Height: ft.
Wall 2   Width: ft. x Height: ft.
Wall 3   Width: ft. x Height: ft.
Wall 4   Width: ft. x Height: ft.

Doors

Door 1 Width: ft. x Height: ft.
Door 2 Width: ft. x Height: ft.

Windows

Window 1 Width: ft. x Height: ft.
Window 2 Width: ft. x Height: ft.

Area covered by one can of paint

Can covers: sq. ft.

4 litres of Beauti-Tone Paint will cover up to 40 sq. metres (400sq. ft). Coverage may vary depending on product and type of surface.

You're done - Now click this button - Answers are below

Here's what the calculator figured out for you

Calculated Area

Wall 1 Area: sq. ft.
Wall 2 Area: sq. ft.
Wall 3 Area: sq. ft.
Wall 4 Area: sq. ft.

Total Area

Total Area: sq. ft.

Total Area minus windows and doors

Total Area: sq. ft.

This is how many 3.64 L cans of paint will be needed.

Number of cans: per coat

Many factors will affect the coverage of paint. Ask your local Home Hardware, Home Hardware Building Centre or Home Building Centre for advice.