Guides
Short, practical guides that explain the math behind common projects.
How to estimate paint
Coverage, coats, and what to measure before you buy.
How much paint for a ceiling
Ceiling area, realistic coverage, and common adjustments.
How much paint for trim
Doors, baseboards, and trim estimates without overbuying.
How to measure flooring
Room-by-room measuring and waste factors that matter.
How many boxes of flooring do I need?
Convert area to boxes and choose a waste factor.
How to estimate tile
Measure area, add waste, and convert to boxes.
Tile waste factor: how much extra to buy
When to use 10%, 15%, or more for overage.
How to estimate drywall
Square footage, sheet sizes, and a realistic waste factor.
How many drywall sheets for a ceiling
Ceiling area, sheet sizes, and seams.
How to estimate concrete
Volume basics, ordering tips, and common pitfalls.
How to estimate mulch
Bed area, depth, and converting to cubic yards.
Mulch depth: 2 inches vs 3 inches
How depth changes the total cubic yards.
How to estimate roofing shingles
Squares, bundles, and how to add waste.
How many shingles for a shed roof
A fast approach for small simple roofs.
How to estimate deck boards
Deck area, board coverage, and spacing basics.
How to estimate fence materials
Panels, posts, gates, and layout assumptions.
How many fence posts do I need?
Post spacing, corners, and gate posts explained.
How to estimate gravel
Area, depth, and volume conversions.
Convert gravel yards to tons
Density, material type, and supplier conversions.
How to estimate topsoil
Plan for grading, depth, and cubic yards.
Topsoil for leveling a lawn
Depth planning and a realistic buffer.