Paint & Decor

Plan a flawless paint job: coverage calculators, finish guides, color planning, and room-by-room painting projects with printable checklists.

Calculators

CalculatorPaint CalculatorHow much paint do you actually need?Free · No signup · Instant CalculatorWallpaper CalculatorHow many rolls — with pattern-repeat waste counted in.Free · No signup · Instant CalculatorExterior Paint CalculatorBody and trim gallons, sized for your siding.Free · No signup · Instant

Projects

ProjectHow to Paint a RoomPaint a room like a pro in one weekend: exact paint quantities with our calculator, step-by-step technique, common mistakes, and a printable checklist.Easy · 1 weekend · $100–$250

Guides

GuidePaint Finish Guide: Matte, Eggshell, Satin or Semi-Gloss?Pick the right paint sheen in 30 seconds with our interactive finish picker, plus a full comparison of matte, eggshell, satin, and semi-gloss by room.Updated July 24, 2026