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Paint Calculator

Use this paint calculator to estimate how much paint you need based on area, coverage, and coats.

Formula: Area x Coats / Coverage

Example

Formula: Area x Coats / Coverage
= 120 m² x 2 / 10 m²/L
= 24 L

Choose area and coverage units, then the result will be in L.

Tip: Choose your result unit on the right before calculating.

Step-by-step calculation

  1. Enter paintable area and choose unit.
  2. Enter coverage, coats, and select the result unit.
  3. Calculate to see paint needed and steps in the selected unit.

FAQ

Why include coats?
Each coat uses more paint, so total liters increase.
What is coverage?
It is how much area one liter can cover.

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