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How much paint do I need?

If you would like to calculate the amount of paint needed for a specific wall or space yourself, the table below shows the maximum coverage for each finish. Simply calculate the surface area to be painted, taking into account windows, alcoves, etc., then refer to the table to determine the required quantity.

For example, if you are purchasing paint for a room that measures 12 feet in length and 8 feet in height, multiply the two dimensions:

12 ft × 8 ft = 120 sq ft.

The values indicated correspond to one coat only. Actual coverage and the number of coats required may vary depending on application thickness, surface condition, and the extent of the color change (for example, going from a dark blue to a light white).

For optimal results and exceptional depth of color, we recommend one coat of primer followed by two coats of finish paint.

Paint Finishes

Dead Flat

Available Can Sizes: 750 ml and 1 gallon

Approximate Coverage: 480 sq ft per gallon

Recommended Number of Coats: 2

Drying Time: Touch dry in 2 hours / Recoat after 4 hours

Modern Emulsion

Available Can Size: 1 gallon

Approximate Coverage: 480 sq ft per gallon

Recommended Number of Coats: 2

Drying Time: Touch dry in 2 hours / Recoat after 4 hours

Estate Emulsion

Available Can Sizes: 100 ml and 1 gallon

Approximate Coverage: 570 sq ft per gallon

Recommended Number of Coats: 2

Drying Time: Touch dry in 2 hours / Recoat after 2 hours

Modern Eggshell

Available Can Sizes: 750 ml and 1 gallon

Approximate Coverage: 480 sq ft per gallon

Recommended Number of Coats: 2*

*Depending on the surface and finish colors, a third coat may be required.

Drying Time: Touch dry in 2 hours / Recoat after 4 hours

Flat Eggshell

Available Can Sizes: 750 ml and 1 gallon

Approximate Coverage: 480 sq ft per gallon

Recommended Number of Coats: 2

Drying Time: Touch dry in 2 hours / Recoat after 4 hours

Full Gloss

Available Can Sizes: 750 ml and 1 gallon

Approximate Coverage: 480 sq ft per gallon

Recommended Number of Coats: 2

Drying Time: Touch dry in 2 hours / Recoat after 4 hours

Exterior Masonry

Available can size: 1 gallon

Approximate coverage: 325 sq. ft. per gallon

Recommended number of coats: 2

Drying time: Dry to the touch in 2 hours / Apply second coat after 5 hours

Exterior Eggshell

Available can size: 1 gallon

Approximate coverage: 480 sq. ft. per gallon

Recommended number of coats: 2

Drying time: Dry to the touch in 2 hours / Apply second coat after 4 hours

Primers and Undercoats

Primer and Undercoat for Walls and Ceilings

Available Can Size: 750ml and 1 gallon

Approximate Coverage: 480 sq ft per gallon

Recommended Number of Coats: 1

Drying Time: Touch dry in 2 hours / Recoat after 4 hours

Primer and Undercoat for Wood

Available Can Size: 750 ml

Approximate Coverage: 480 sq ft per gallon

Recommended Number of Coats: 1

Drying Time: Touch dry in 2 hours / Recoat after 4 hours