Wallpaper Calculator – Rolls for Any Room

Calculate wallpaper rolls needed for any room.

About This Calculator

Calculate wallpaper rolls needed for any room. Use the calculator above for instant results.

Worked Examples

Example 1: 54ft perimeter, 9ft ceiling, 56 sq ft rolls

  • Area: 486 sq ft + 12% = 544 sq ft / 56 = 10 rolls

Answer: 10 rolls

Example 2: 40ft perimeter, 8ft ceiling

  • 320 sq ft + 12% = 358 sq ft → 7 rolls

Answer: 7 rolls

Example 3: One wall: 12ft wide, 9ft high

  • 108 sq ft + 12% = 121 sq ft → 3 rolls

Answer: 3 rolls

Who Uses This Calculator?

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Homeowners

Calculate wallpaper before buying.

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Decorators

Estimate wallpaper for any room.

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DIYers

Plan wallpaper installation project.

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Contractors

Bid wallpaper jobs accurately.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Pattern repeat adds waste

Large pattern repeats (18-27in) require extra waste. Add 20% for large repeats instead of 12%.

❌ Different lot numbers

Buy all rolls from same lot. Color can vary slightly between production runs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Standard roll coverage?

US double roll: ~56 sq ft. European single roll: ~28 sq ft. Always verify on the roll label.

Pattern repeat waste?

No pattern: 10-12% waste. Small repeat: 15%. Large repeat (24in+): 25%+.

Wallpaper vs paint?

Wallpaper lasts longer (10-20 years), is harder to install and remove. Paint is easier, cheaper, more flexible.