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Drywall & paint materials list & cut list
Hang, tape, finish and paint a room from bare studs. Below is the standard parts list and cut list for a typical drywall & paint, generated by the same engine that powers our free calculator. Quantities scale with your dimensions — this is the baseline shopping list before you customize.
Estimates only — not a quote. Baseline total: $682
Materials list
| Item | Qty | Unit cost | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drywall 4×12' 1/2" | 13 sheet | $23.5 | $305.5 |
| Joint compound (level 4 finish) | 2 box | $19 | $38 |
| Paper joint tape (250') | 2 roll | $6.5 | $13 |
| Drywall screws 1-1/4" (5lb) | 1 box | $24 | $24 |
| Metal corner bead (8') | 5 ea | $7.5 | $37.5 |
| Sanding screens / paper | 2 pack | $12 | $24 |
| Drywall primer / sealer | 2 gal | $26 | $52 |
| Finish paint (2 coats) | 4 gal | $44 | $176 |
| Paintable caulk | 2 tube | $6 | $12 |
Cut list
| Part | Qty | Size | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall sheets | 9 | 4×12' | Hang horizontally, stagger the butt joints, and never land a joint on a door corner. |
| Ceiling sheets | 4 | 4×12' | Ceiling first, perpendicular to the joists. Rent a panel lift — it pays for itself in one room. |
| Corner bead | 5 | 8' sticks | Cut to 8' for door returns. |
| Per-wall sheet estimate | 4 | ~3 sheets/wall | Use this to plan how many sheets to carry into the room at once. |
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This list is a common-size baseline. Run the calculator with your dimensions for an exact materials list, cut list, and cost estimate.
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