Fence stain calculator

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Gallons of stain for both sides of a fence.

Inputs

Result

Sq ft (both sides)
1,200
Gallons
13.7
1 gal cans
14

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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.