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To determine how much paint is needed to cover 100 square feet, you first need to know the coverage area of the paint you are using. This is typically indicated on the paint can as the coverage rate in square feet per gallon. Once you have this information, you can calculate the amount of paint needed by dividing the total square footage (100 sq. ft.) by the coverage rate of the paint. For example, if the coverage rate is 250 sq. ft. per gallon, you would need 0.4 gallons of paint (100 sq. ft. / 250 sq. ft. per gallon = 0.4 gallons).

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Well honey, it really depends on the type of paint and how many coats you want to slap on. On average, you'll need about a gallon of paint to cover 100 square feet with one coat. But if you're feeling extra fancy and want to do two coats, you might need more. Just remember, it's always better to have too much paint than not enough, unless you enjoy making multiple trips to the hardware store.

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Well, isn't that a lovely question! To cover 100 square feet, you'll typically need about a quart of paint. Of course, it can vary depending on the type of paint and surface you're working with, but that's a good rule of thumb to start with. Just remember, it's always better to have a little extra paint than to run out halfway through your project. Happy painting!

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It is estimated that a gallon of paint can cover about 250 square feet of wall space. So if you only need to cover an estimated one hundred square feet then one gallon of paint should suffice.

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