Wainscoting Calculator
Calculate boards, panels, cap rail, and base molding for beadboard, shiplap, or board-and-batten wainscoting.
Wainscoting Calculator
Boards, panels, cap rail, and base for wainscoting walls
Wall Layout
Style
Openings
Coverage
Net Wall Length
37LF
Wainscoting Area
111sq ft
Material List
Boards (3.5" wide)
127× 3.0ft
Total Board LF
419LF (w/ waste)
Cap Rail
41LF
Base Molding
41LF
Totals
Total Linear Feet
501LF
Formulas Used
Boards Needed
Boards = ⌈(Net Wall LF × 12) ÷ Board Width⌉
Total net wall length in inches divided by individual board width.
Net Wall Area
Area = Net Wall LF × (Height ÷ 12)
Wall length minus door/window openings times wainscoting height.
Wainscoting Style Guide
Popular Wainscoting Styles
| Style | Board Width | Look | Difficulty | |-------|-----------|------|------------| | Beadboard | 2.5-3.5" | Classic/traditional | Easy | | Shiplap | 5.5-7.25" | Modern farmhouse | Easy | | Board & Batten | Varies | Architectural | Moderate | | Flat Panel | Sheet | Formal/raised panel | Advanced |