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Drywall for 100 Square Feet

How many drywall sheets you need for 100 square feet.

Drywall for 100 sq ft

10 percent waste added.

Sheets (4x8)
4
Sheets (4x12)
3
sheets = 100 × 1.10 ÷ sheet area

About 9.3 m².

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About this estimate

A 4 by 8 sheet is 32 square feet and a 4 by 12 is 48. Add 10 percent to 100 square feet for cuts. Plan about one pound of screws per 300 square feet and a gallon of compound per 100 to 200.

Hanging drywall? A utility knife scores board for a clean snap, so keep spare blades handy.

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Common questions

How many sheets of drywall for 100 square feet?

With 10 percent waste, about 4 of the 4 by 8 sheets, or 3 of the 4 by 12 sheets.

Should I use 4 by 8 or 4 by 12 sheets?

4 by 12 means fewer seams to finish but is heavier. 4 by 8 is easier for one person and tight spaces.
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