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Drywall Mud and Tape Estimator Joint

Free drywall mud and tape estimator joint for US homeowners. No signup — runs in your browser.

Drywall calculator

Enter room dimensions and sheet size. Results update instantly — sheets, screws, mud, and tape.

Results

Wall area
384 sq ft
Total area
384 sq ft
Sheets needed
14
Screws
448
Screw boxes
1
Joint compound
2.1 gal
Tape
168 ft
Waste factor
10%
Ad slot (longtail-drywall-mud-and-tape-estimator-joint) — set NEXT_PUBLIC_ADSENSE_CLIENT

How we compare

Common gaps on competitor sites — and what ClientTools does differently.

  • anycalculators.com: Text-heavy layout with misaligned input fields
  • sheetrock.com: Simple formula—ignores corners and edge trim
  • lowes.com: Calculator frequently returns 404 errors

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Frequently asked questions

Rough guide: 1 gallon mud per 100 sq ft for tape + two coats; 1 roll paper tape per 500 sq ft.