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Drywall calculator

Enter wall and ceiling area to get the complete drywall materials list - sheets, screws, compound, and tape. Includes printable shopping list.

Clay drywall sheet with a screw gun and tape roll

Material Totals

4x8 drywall sheets19 sheets
Drywall screws (1-5/8 in coarse)544
Joint compound (5-gal buckets)3 buckets
Paper tape (linear ft)37 ft

One 4x8 sheet = 32 sq ft. 10% waste factor included.

Choosing the right drywall thickness

Standard interior walls use 1/2in drywall. Ceilings should use 5/8in for better sag resistance. Bathrooms typically use moisture-resistant (green board) or cement board.