A label-based paint estimate

See how your measurements become litres or gallons.

Add rectangular surfaces and openings, choose coats, then enter coverage stated for the exact paint. PaintCalc shows net area, coated area, required volume, and optional whole containers and cost. It never hides universal coverage, waste, porosity, texture, or application assumptions.

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Three transparent steps

Measure, read the label, then review rounding

01

Measure surfaces and openings

Keep each rectangle visible so additions and subtractions can be checked.

02

Enter stated coverage

Use m²/L or ft²/US gal from the exact product label; PaintCalc supplies no default.

03

Separate volume from packaging

Review required volume before optional rounding to the container size you enter.

Useful before buying paint

One formula with your own project data

  • Keep several walls separate and subtract only openings you measured.
  • Choose coat count and copy coverage from the exact paint label or datasheet.
  • Enter verified container volume and optional price to expose package rounding and cost.

Worked paint estimates

Check the arithmetic before using your values

Follow one imperial room and one metric multi-wall project with every input shown.
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Bring the label

Build an estimate you can explain

Enter measurements, chosen coats, and the manufacturer’s stated coverage. PaintCalc keeps volume and packaging separate.

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