How much paint for a 5x12 ceiling?
A 5x12 ft ceiling is a flat 60 sq ft. For two coats you need roughly 0.3 gallons.
For 2 coats
0.3 gallons (~1 cans)
60 sq ft of ceiling.
Calculate your ceiling paint
🖌️ Paint calculator
Paint needed for a 5x12 ceiling (chart)
| Coats | Paint needed | Cans |
|---|---|---|
| 1 coat | 0.2 gal | 1 |
| 2 coats | 0.3 gal | 1 |
| 3 coats | 0.5 gal | 1 |
Based on ~350 sq ft per gallon per coat. Use flat ceiling paint to hide imperfections.
Frequently asked questions
- How much paint for a 5x12 ceiling?
- About 0.3 gallons for two coats (60 sq ft), or 0.2 gallons for one coat.