Wallpaper Calculator
Calculate exactly how many rolls of wallpaper you need for your room. Our calculator accounts for pattern repeats and waste.
How to Use This Calculator
- Measure the width and height of each wall you plan to wallpaper
- Enter the total number of walls, typically 4 for a room
- Check your wallpaper roll for width and length
- If your wallpaper has a repeating pattern, enter the pattern repeat distance
- Subtract any large windows or doors from the total area
How We Calculate Wallpaper
Total Wall Area: Width × Height × Number of Walls
Usable Area: Total area minus windows and doors
Roll Coverage: (Roll Width ÷ 12) × Roll Length
Rolls Needed: Usable Area ÷ Roll Coverage × Waste Factor
The waste factor is 1.1 (10%) for solid colors and 1.2 (20%) for patterns to account for matching and trimming.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much extra wallpaper should I buy?
What is pattern repeat?
Should I subtract windows and doors?
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