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Card 128 of 9802026-09-27 issue

Observed arrival · 2026-09-27

Material Takeoff: calculators for the stuff a project needs

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A set of construction-material calculators estimates quantities and costs for paint, tile, concrete, brick and block, and landscaping materials.

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DIYers estimating materials for home projects
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The paint estimate deducts 21 square feet per door and 15 per window, and compares single gallons with a five-gallon bucket.

Field notes

The paint guide gives its estimation formula and walks through a 12-by-12-foot bedroom: after deductions, two coats over 333 square feet require about 1.9 gallons at 350 square feet per gallon. It also explains when primer may be needed and suggests lowering the coverage rate for textured walls. The page lists supply links and states that qualifying purchases may earn it a commission.

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