Fence stain calculator
PROGallons of stain for both sides of a fence.
Inputs
Result
Sq ft (both sides)
1,200
Gallons
13.7
1 gal cans
14
The formula
sq ft = L × H × 2. gal = sq ft × coats ÷ coverage.
Worked example
100 × 6 ft × 2 sides × 2 coats ÷ 175 = 13.7 gal.
Frequently asked
›Oil or water-based?
Oil-based penetrates deeper; water-based dries faster and cleans up easier.