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Wood Finish Coverage Calculator

Calculate finish volume needed by surface area, product type, application method, and number of coats.

Inputs

sq ft

All faces you will finish - top, edges, underside if coated

Coverage per quart varies widely between finish chemistries

Spraying loses finish to overspray; wiping uses least

Most film finishes want 2-3 coats; add one for tabletops

Open-pore woods like oak drink the first coat

Results

Total Finish Needed

606 ml

Total Finish Needed

20.5 fl oz (0.64 qt)

Coverage Per Coat125 sq ft/qt
Dry Time Between Coats4 hr (Polyurethane)

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Tips

1
First coat on bare wood soaks in - plan for 30-50% more than subsequent coats.
2
Spray application uses 25-40% more product than brush due to overspray.

Open formula

Volume = Area / Coverage Rate × Coats × Application Factor
First Coat × 1.3-1.5 for bare wood absorption

Calculates total finish needed from surface area and coverage rate per coat, adjusted for application method efficiency and wood absorption.

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