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Drywall Calculator

Calculate the number of drywall sheets needed for your walls. Accounts for openings like windows and doors.

How to Use the Drywall Calculator

  1. Enter the total wall length in meters.
  2. Enter the wall height in meters.
  3. Enter the total area of openings (windows, doors) in m².
  4. Click Calculate to see how many sheets you need.

Schnellreferenz

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Small room (10 m²)~4 sheets
Medium room (20 m²)~7 sheets
Large room (40 m²)~14 sheets
Standard sheet1.2 × 2.4 m
Sheet area2.88 m²
Sheet weight (12.5 mm)~25 kg

Anwendungsfälle

Formel

Sheets = ceil((Wall length × Wall height − Openings area) / Sheet area). Standard sheet is 1.2 × 2.4 m (2.88 m²).

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What size are standard drywall sheets?
Standard drywall sheets are 1.2 m × 2.4 m (4 ft × 8 ft), covering 2.88 m² each.
Should I add extra for waste?
It is common to add 10-15% extra for cuts and waste. This calculator gives the minimum count.
Is it free?
Yes, all calculators are completely free.