Fence Paint Calculator
Calculate gallons of paint or stain needed for a fence.
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Fence Paint Calculator
What This Calculator Does
The Fence Paint Calculator estimates how much paint or stain you need for a wood fence. Enter the fence area in square feet to get the gallons required for one or two coats, plus the estimated cost of materials.
Painting or staining a wood fence protects it from weather, UV damage, and rot. A quality exterior paint or stain job extends fence life by 5-10 years. Coverage depends on wood type - smooth, planed wood covers better than rough-sawn or weathered wood.
How to Use
- Measure the fence length and height in feet, then calculate the total area (ignore post spacing).
- Select whether the fence is smooth (planed) or rough (unplaned/weathered).
- Choose one coat or two coats (two recommended for new or bare wood).
- Enter the area into the calculator above.
- Buy all paint at once to ensure color consistency across batches.
Reference Table
| Fence Size | Sq Ft (1 Side) | 1 Coat (gal) | 2 Coats (gal) | Paint Cost (2 coats) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 ft x 6 ft | 300 | 1.5 | 3 | $90-$180 |
| 100 ft x 6 ft | 600 | 3 | 6 | $180-$360 |
| 150 ft x 6 ft | 900 | 4.5 | 9 | $270-$540 |
| 200 ft x 6 ft | 1,200 | 6 | 12 | $360-$720 |
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