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Drywall/Plasterboard Calculator

Calculate drywall/plasterboard sheets, mud, and tape needed

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Helpful Tips

  • Use 1/2" drywall/plasterboard for most walls, 5/8" for ceilings and fire-rated areas
  • Hang sheets horizontally on walls to reduce joints
  • You need about 3.5 lbs of screws per 1000 sq ft
  • Allow joints to dry completely between coats of mud

Formula Used

Sheets = (Total Wall Area - Openings) ÷ Sheet Size

About This Calculator

Determine the number of drywall/plasterboard sheets, joint compound, and tape needed for your walls and ceilings. Accounts for door and window cutouts.

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