Drywall calculator
Enter wall and ceiling area to get the complete drywall materials list - sheets, screws, compound, and tape. Includes printable shopping list.
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.
Printable Shopping List
Total area544 sq ft
4x8 drywall sheets (1/2 in)19 sheets
Drywall screws544
Joint compound (5-gal)3 buckets
Paper tape37 ft
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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.