How do you measure a room? So you will know how much paint to buy.
How do you measure a room? So you will know how much paint to buy.
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Measure the total wall length by the height from floor to ceiling. I wouldn't worry too much about the inches. Just round to the nearest foot. Then measure the area of the windows and doors and subtract that from the first area.
You'll end up with the wall area in square feet. Compare that with the coverage noted on the paint can and buy the appropriate amount. I'd allow about 10-20% extra. I never get the coverage listed on the can.
Gary
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Hey! Aren't you supposed to be working?
Hello Gary,
Thank you for welcoming me here, and for the help.
Why don't you fill in your profile so we know something about you? We don't want you to be a stranger. Where are you located etc.
Gary
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Hey! Aren't you supposed to be working?
Okay, It's done except for the picture, they wouldn't take it. Guess I need to down size it someway. Thanks
If you want to send me the picture I'll resize it and send it back. My address is on my profile.
Gary
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Hey! Aren't you supposed to be working?
Heather, Make sure you add enough for 2 coats. Depends on how big the room is. a 12x12x8 room is about 384 square feet and 1 gallon of paint is about 400sf. I would buy 3 gallons for 2 coats. you'll probably use just a little from the 3rd gallon, but you can save it for touch up. Just don't let it freeze and it will last a long time in the can.
Hello owdouglas,
Thanks for helping. I appreciate it.
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