Input

m²
m²

Number of coats

2 coats are standard – for good opacity and an even finish.

Paint coverage10 m² per litre
m²/l

Printed on the paint can (m² per litre and coat).

Paint needed

8litres

8

For 40 m² of usable area and 2 coats you need 8 litres of paint (at 10 m² per litre).

40 m²
Wall shown as a square, cutouts dashed
Total wall area
40 m²
Usable area
40 m²
How this was calculated
A = 40 m² − 0 m² = 40 m²
V = 40 m² × 2 ÷ 10 m²/l = 8 l

What you can do

  • Plan a 10–15% reserve

    Buy a little more paint than calculated – for touch-ups and leftovers in the can.

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