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Paint Calculator

Calculate how many liters of paint you need for your walls and ceilings. Our calculator accounts for doors, windows, and multiple coats—just like a pro estimator.

Room Dimensions

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Standard is 2.4-2.7 meters

Most projects need 2 coats

Pro Tips from the Workshop

  • •Always buy 10-15% extra paint for touch-ups and uneven surfaces
  • •One liter covers ~10 m² per coat (quality paint)
  • •Darker colors or textured walls may need an extra coat
  • •Use primer when covering dark colors or painting new drywall

Ready to Calculate

Enter your room dimensions to get instant paint estimates

How This Calculator Works

This paint calculator uses industry-standard formulas trusted by professional painters:

  1. We calculate the total wall area by multiplying the perimeter by the height
  2. We subtract the area of doors (~2 m² each) and windows (~1.4 m² each)
  3. We add the ceiling area (length Ă— width) if you're painting the ceiling
  4. We divide by 10 square meters per liter (standard coverage for quality paint)
  5. We multiply by the number of coats you plan to apply

Remember: Always purchase 10-15% more than calculated for touch-ups, uneven absorption, and future repairs.

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