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Coverage Rate

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The area a gallon of paint covers in one coat, typically 350–400 ft² for flat finishes on smooth drywall. Rough or porous surfaces reduce coverage to 200–300 ft².

Use the Paint Calculator

Calculate gallons of paint and primer for any project. Defaults to 350 ft²/gallon coverage and 2 coats — adjust for textured surfaces.

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