Exterior Paint Calculator

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Estimate the amount of exterior paint needed for your house. Enter building dimensions, window and door counts, and number of coats.

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Enter Your Measurements

Results

Paint Needed

7.4

gallons

Paintable Area

1,107

sq ft

Total Wall Area

1,350

sq ft

Cost Estimate

$

per gallon

Estimated Cost

$369.00

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Formula

Gallons = ((Perimeter ร— Height) - Openings) ร— Coats รท 300

How to Use This Calculator

How to Use

  1. 1

    Measure or estimate the perimeter of your house.

  2. 2

    Enter the wall height.

  3. 3

    Count exterior doors and windows.

  4. 4

    Exterior paint coverage is estimated at 300 sq ft per gallon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much paint for a 2000 sq ft house exterior?

A 2000 sq ft house typically needs 12-15 gallons of exterior paint for two coats, depending on surface texture and number of windows.

How long does exterior paint last?

Quality exterior paint lasts 5-10 years. Acrylic latex paint tends to last longer than oil-based paint on exterior surfaces.
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About This Calculator

This calculator uses the formula: Gallons = ((Perimeter ร— Height) - Openings) ร— Coats รท 300. All calculations follow industry-standard methods. Results are estimates โ€” always verify with a licensed professional for structural or code-compliant work.

Built and maintained by the CalcSmart team. Last updated March 2026.

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