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Paint Coverage Guide

Standard Coverage:

  • • 1 gallon covers ~350-400 sq ft
  • • 1 quart covers ~90-100 sq ft
  • • Primer: ~300-350 sq ft per gallon

Factors Affecting Coverage:

  • • Surface texture (smooth vs rough)
  • • Paint quality and type
  • • Application method
  • • Number of coats needed
  • • Color change intensity

Pro Tips:

  • • Buy 10-15% extra paint
  • • Keep paint for touch-ups
  • • Use primer for better coverage
  • • Consider paint and primer in one

Surface Types:

  • • Drywall: Standard coverage
  • • Textured walls: 10-15% more paint
  • • Brick/stucco: 20-30% more paint
  • • Previously painted: May need less