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Wallpaper Calculator

Work out how many rolls of wallpaper a room needs, allowing for the pattern repeat.

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15% for a small repeat, up to 30% for a large one.
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Result

Rolls needed 8
Area 354.0 Square feet
Area including waste 407.1
Estimated material cost $384
For 354.0 sq ft plus 15% waste you need 8 rolls, costing about $384.

Pattern repeat drives waste more than anything else. A large repeat can waste nearly a third of every roll, because each drop must be cut to align with the last.

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Questions

About this calculator

How does pattern repeat affect quantity?

Every drop has to start at the same point in the pattern, so the offcut at the top of each length is wasted. A 24-inch repeat can add 25–30% to the roll count.

Should I buy all rolls from one batch?

Yes. Print runs vary in shade, and a mid-wall change between batches is obvious. Check the batch number on every roll before starting.

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