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Model Paint Coverage Calculator

Calculate how much paint you need for model kits based on surface area, coats, and whether the surface is primered.

Inputs

Results

Paint Needed (ml)

4

Bottles Needed (17ml)

1

Paint Needed (oz)0.14
Primer Needed (ml)1.83
Est. Paint Cost$4
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter Surface Area (sq inches), Number of Coats, and Paint Coverage (sq in/ml).
  2. Set Surface Primered?, No (bare plastic/resin), and Yes (primered surface).
  3. Review Paint Needed (ml) and Bottles Needed (17ml).
  4. Use Paint Needed (oz) and Primer Needed (ml) to inform your decision.
  5. Use the chart to visualize the results and explore different scenarios by adjusting inputs.
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