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Wallpaper rolls

Estimate wallpaper rolls from wall area and roll coverage.

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Results update as you type. The formula and assumptions are explained below the calculator.

Wallpaper rolls needed

7 rolls

Gross wall area360 sq ft
Net wall area310 sq ft
Roll coverage56 sq ft
Area including waste341 sq ft

A US double roll typically covers about 56 sq ft. Large pattern repeats and matching at seams can push the roll count up by 15–25%.

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What does this tool do?

Wallpaper is ordered in rolls, with coverage depending on the roll width and length. This calculator deducts large openings, applies a 10% waste allowance and divides by the coverage of one roll.

The Formula

Rolls = ⌈(Perimeter × Height − Openings) × (1 + Waste ÷ 100) ÷ Roll coverage⌉

Frequently Asked Questions

How many rolls for a 40 ft room?

With 9 ft walls and 50 sq ft of openings, a 56 sq ft double roll needs about seven rolls including waste.

How does pattern repeat affect rolls?

Large repeats force more waste at each drop. Add 15–25% when the repeat is over 12 in.