How it's worked out
- Wall area: 2 × (14 + 16) × 8 ft = 480 sq ft
- Minus openings: 21 sq ft for the door and 15 sq ft for each window = 429 sq ft
- Two coats: 429 × 2 = 858 sq ft
- Gallons: 858 ÷ 350 sq ft per gallon = 2.45 gal
14x16 room: other ceiling heights
| Walls | Wall area | Paint for 2 coats | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 ft | 429 sq ft | 2.5 gal | 2 gal + 2 qt |
| 9 ft | 489 sq ft | 2.8 gal | 3 gal |
| 10 ft | 549 sq ft | 3.1 gal | 3 gal + 1 qt |
The ceiling is 224 sq ft and takes 1.3 gallons for two coats. Use ceiling paint, which is flatter and spatters less.
Coverage of 350 sq ft per gallon is typical for smooth, previously painted walls. Textured walls, fresh drywall and big color changes use more, so check the label on your can and change the coverage in the calculator.
Other common sizes
- 10 × 10 ft room
- 10 × 12 ft room
- 12 × 12 ft room
- 12 × 14 ft room
- 12 × 15 ft room
- 14 × 16 ft room
- 15 × 20 ft room
- 20 × 20 ft room
More detail: How Much Paint Do I Need for a Room? A Simple Guide