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How much paint for a 11×11 room with 9' ceilings?

Answer
2 gallons (2 coats)
Total wall area: 396 sq ftPaintable area (after openings): 337 sq ftCoverage needed (2 coats): 673 sq ft

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How We Calculated This

Gallons = (Paintable Wall Area × Coats) / 350 sq ft per gallon

Walls: 2 × (11 + 11) × 9 = 396 sq ft. After 15% openings: 337 sq ft. × 2 coats = 673 sq ft ÷ 350 = 2 gallons

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