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Ceiling Paint Calculator

Figure out how much ceiling paint you need — gallons by ceiling texture and coats, plus optional stain-blocking primer — with U.S. pricing, a coats comparison, and a downloadable PDF shopping list.

Textured and popcorn ceilings soak up far more paint than smooth drywall. Estimates use 2024-2025 U.S. prices. For planning purposes only.

Ceiling & Paint
1 Ceiling Area
ft
×
ft
sq ft
sq ft
2 Ceiling Type & Coats
2 coats gives an even, flat finish; 1 coat only for a light refresh
sq ft/gal
Auto-set by texture; popcorn & heavy texture cover much less
sq ft/gal
Use for water stains, smoke, or new drywall before topcoat
3 Cost
$/ gallon
U.S. flat ceiling paint ~$25 - $45 per gallon
$/ gallon
$/ sq ft
Pro ceiling painting ~$1 - $2.50 per sq ft. Set 0 for DIY.
Paint Estimate
Total Paint To Buy
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Enter your ceiling to begin
Ceiling Gallons —
Ceiling Area —
Primer Gallons —
Full Cost Breakdown
Ceiling area —
Ceiling paint —
TOTAL ESTIMATE—
Total cost / sq ft —
Paint Needed (exact) —
Paint labor —
Cost Breakdown Chart
Estimated cost by category ($)
Coats Comparison — Your Ceiling
CoatsCeiling AreaGallonsCeiling Paint Cost

For your 300 sq ft ceiling at 400 sq ft/gal, $32/gal.