Walls calculator

Wallpaper Calculator

Estimate wallpaper rolls from room perimeter, height and usable coverage.

Project inputs

Enter your measurements

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How to use this wallpaper calculator

Enter room dimensions and usable roll coverage, then include waste for trimming and pattern matching.

How the calculation works

Wall area = 2 × (length + width) × heightRolls = wall area × (1 + waste %) ÷ usable roll coverage
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Example project

A 10 × 12 ft room with 8 ft walls has 352 sq ft of gross wall area.

Practical tips

  • Use usable roll coverage.
  • Pattern repeat can increase waste.
  • Order the same dye lot.

Frequently asked questions

Why does pattern repeat matter?

Matching the design can use extra length on every drop.

Subtract windows?

A waste allowance often handles small openings in rough estimates.

What coverage should I enter?

Use manufacturer usable coverage.

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