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Drywall & Plasterboard Calculator Online Tool
Free drywall and plasterboard calculator. Calculate 4x8 and 4x12 sheet counts, joint compound (mud) buckets, and tape with ceiling allowances.
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🔲 Drywall (US) & Plasterboard (UK) Calculator
Calculate 4x8 and 4x12 sheet counts, screws, joint tape, and joint compound (mud) buckets.
Total Drywall Area842 sq ft
4x8 ft Sheets27 Sheets
4x12 ft Sheets18 Sheets
Joint Compound (4.5 gal buckets)3 Buckets
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| US Construction Term | UK / Commonwealth Term | Typical Measurement Unit | Relevant BOQ Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drywall / Sheetrock | Plasterboard | Sq Ft / m² | Drywall Takeoff |
| Asphalt Paving | Tarmac / Bitumen Macadam | US Tons / Metric Tonnes | Paving Takeoff |
| Cubic Yards (yd³) | Cubic Metres (m³) | Volume | Concrete Takeoff |
| Lumber / Framing | Timber | Board Feet / m³ | Framing Takeoff |
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