CALCULATING COVERAGE

This table is a guide to the maximum coverage of F&B paint finishes. Coverage is dependent on thickness of application and the condition of the surface you’re painting, and all these figures are based on one coat. However, for best results, we recommend following the Farrow & Ball system of one coat of Primer & Undercoat followed by two coats of topcoat. For more information, see our in-depth guide to preparation and application.

Finish Sizes Average coverage with one coat* Recommended coats Drying time
Estate Emulsion 100ml, 2.5 litres, 5 litres 70m2 per 5 litres 2 Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours
Modern Emulsion 2.5 litres, 5 litres 60m2 per 5 litres 2 Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours
Estate Eggshell 750ml, 2.5 litres, 5 litres 60m2 per 5 litres 2 Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours
Modern Eggshell 750ml, 2.5 litres, 5 litres 60m2 per 5 litres 2* Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours
Full Gloss 750ml, 2.5 litres 30m2 per 2.5 litres 2 Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours
Dead Flat 750ml, 2.5 litres, 5 litres 60m2 per 5 litres 2 Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours
Exterior Masonry 5 litres 40m2 per 5 litres 2 Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours
Exterior Eggshell 750ml, 2.5 litres 32m2 per 2.5 litres 2 Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours
Casein Distemper 2.5 litres, 5 litres 65m2 per 5 litres 2 Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours
Soft Distemper 5 litres 65m2 per 5 litres 2 Dry in 2 hours
Limewash 5 litres Varies 3 to 4 Dry in 3 hours / recoat 12 hours