How much paint for a 10x16 ceiling?
A 10x16 ft ceiling is a flat 160 sq ft. For two coats you need roughly 0.9 gallons.
For 2 coats
0.9 gallons (~1 cans)
160 sq ft of ceiling.
Calculate your ceiling paint
🖌️ Paint calculator
Paint needed for a 10x16 ceiling (chart)
| Coats | Paint needed | Cans |
|---|---|---|
| 1 coat | 0.5 gal | 1 |
| 2 coats | 0.9 gal | 1 |
| 3 coats | 1.4 gal | 2 |
Based on ~350 sq ft per gallon per coat. Use flat ceiling paint to hide imperfections.
Frequently asked questions
- How much paint for a 10x16 ceiling?
- About 0.9 gallons for two coats (160 sq ft), or 0.5 gallons for one coat.