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Wainscoting Calculator
Estimate wainscoting panels and trim linear feet.
Wainscoting is estimated by the linear foot of wall at panel height: measure the perimeter you're covering, subtract doorways, and divide by panel width for panel count. Standard height is 32–36 inches (chair-rail) or 48 inches. Add rail, stile and cap trim equal to the run, plus 10% waste. Enter your wall run for panels and trim.
How does the wainscoting calculator work?
Panels = (room perimeter in inches ÷ panel width). Chair rail and base run the full perimeter, with 10% added for cuts.
What else do people ask about this calculator?
How tall should wainscoting be?
1/3 of ceiling height is a classic rule — usually 32–36 in for 8 ft ceilings, up to 60 in for tall rooms.
How much do I subtract for doors?
Subtract each door width from the perimeter for panel count; chair rail and base still run under trim.
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