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Will 1 quart of paint cover a wall?

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Will 1 quart of paint cover a wall? One quart of paint will cover approximately 90 to 100 square feet with one coat, depending on paint type, surface porosity, and application method, as most paints cover 350 to 400 square feet per gallon, so quart is quarter of that. A typical small wall of 8 feet high by 10 feet wide is 80 square feet, so one quart may cover one coat on small wall or accent wall, but may not be enough for two coats or larger wall. For example, bathroom wall or small bedroom accent wall might be covered with quart for one coat. Factors like dark color over light, porous drywall, or textured surface reduce coverage, requiring more paint. If you need two coats for proper hide and durability, quart will cover about 45 to 50 square feet for two coats. So for full standard wall 8x12 feet which is 96 square feet, quart may be enough for one coat but you will likely need second quart or gallon for two coats and touch-ups. For best results, measure wall square footage, subtract windows and doors, and buy slightly more, as quart is good for small projects, touch-ups, and sample.
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