Paint Calculator: How Much Paint for a Room?

Find how many litres of paint you need for a room, after taking out doors and windows, for the number of coats you plan.

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How to use the paint calculator

  1. Type your numbers in the boxes (pick your currency or units if asked).
  2. The answer updates as you type: no button to press.
  3. Copy the result, or share it on WhatsApp with one tap.

Questions

How many coats do I need?

Two coats for most walls; three when painting a light colour over a dark one.

Is my data private?

Yes. Everything happens inside your own browser: nothing you type or choose is uploaded to us or anyone else.

Is it free?

Completely free, with no sign-up, no watermark and no limit on how many times you use it. Light ads keep the site running.