Estimating


How Much Paint Do I Need?


Paint Quantity Estimate

Boat Type & Size
Topside Paint*
10' Dinghy
1 Quart
14' Outboard
1 Quart
18' Runabout
2 Quart
20' Sailboat
2 Quart
24' Runabout
2 Quart
30' Sailboat
1 Gallon
32' Cruiser
1 Gallon
36' Auxiliary
2 Gallon
40' Cruiser
2.5 Gallon

* Bottom paint and topside paint estimates assume two coats of paint. For CPP™ Plus/PCA Gold where three coats are recommended, add 50% to bottom paint estimate.

For primers, buy same amount as needed for topcoat of antifouling or topside paint.