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Drywall Calculator

Calculates the number of drywall sheets, joint compound, tape, and screws needed for a project

Length of the room in feet

Width of the room in feet

Height of the room in feet (standard is 8 ft)

Doors to subtract (21 sq ft each)

Windows to subtract (15 sq ft each)

Wall Area

Total wall area minus door and window openings

4x8 Sheets Needed

Number of standard 4x8 ft drywall sheets

4x12 Sheets Needed

Alternative count using larger 4x12 ft sheets

Joint Compound

Buckets of joint compound (1 per 480 sq ft)

Tape Rolls

Rolls of drywall tape (1 per 500 sq ft)