Stain Coverage Calculator

Formula

To calculate the Stain Coverage (SC):

\[ SC = \frac{A}{R} \]

Where:

\(SC\) is the stain coverage in square feet
\(A\) is the total area of the surface in square feet
\(R\) is the rate of coverage per unit of stain in square feet per unit

What is Stain Coverage?

Stain coverage refers to the area that a certain quantity of stain can cover on a surface. It is usually measured in square feet per gallon. The coverage depends on factors such as the type of stain, the method of application, and the porosity of the surface. Manufacturers typically provide an estimate of stain coverage on the product label.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Total Area of Surface (A) = 500 square feet
Rate of Coverage per Unit of Stain (R) = 200 square feet per gallon

Using the formula:

\[ SC = \frac{500}{200} = 2.50 \]

The Stain Coverage is 2.50 gallons.