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# How much area does a liter of paint cover? | Time Paints

Paint coverage — the area one litre can coat in a single application — varies by product type, formulation, and the porosity of the surface being painted. As a general guide, standard interior emulsion paints cover approximately 10–14 square metres per litre on a normal smooth wall. Textured paints and primers on porous surfaces cover significantly less, sometimes 6–8 square metres per litre, because the rough or absorbent substrate soaks up more material. The specific coverage for each Time Paints product is listed on its product page. To use coverage figures practically: measure your total wall area in square metres, divide by the product's listed coverage rate, and the result is the litres needed for one coat. For two coats — which most interior jobs require for opacity and durability — double the figure. Add 10% as a buffer for wastage, edges, and variations in surface absorption.

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