How much paint for a 9×9 room with 9' ceilings?
Answer
2 gallons (2 coats)
Total wall area: 324 sq ftPaintable area (after openings): 275 sq ftCoverage needed (2 coats): 551 sq ft
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How We Calculated This
Gallons = (Paintable Wall Area × Coats) / 350 sq ft per gallon
Walls: 2 × (9 + 9) × 9 = 324 sq ft. After 15% openings: 275 sq ft. × 2 coats = 551 sq ft ÷ 350 = 2 gallons
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Calculated using verified formulas. Last updated March 2026.