Estimating
How Much Paint Do I Need?
Paint Quantity Estimate
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Boat Type & Size
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Topside Paint*
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10' Dinghy
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1 Quart
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14' Outboard
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1 Quart
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18' Runabout
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2 Quart
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20' Sailboat
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2 Quart
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24' Runabout
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2 Quart
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30' Sailboat
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1 Gallon
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32' Cruiser
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1 Gallon
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36' Auxiliary
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2 Gallon
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40' Cruiser
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2.5 Gallon
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* 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.