Measure once.
Write it down.
Three worksheets for the room, the store and the quote conversation. Fill them in here and print, or download a CSV for your spreadsheet.
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Project worksheets
Wall & obstruction survey
Measure the actual treatment area before choosing the pattern. Record every position from one reference corner.
| Record | Measurement / answer | Where to check |
|---|---|---|
| Treatment width — top (in) | Finished face, excluding trim that remains | |
| Treatment width — middle (in) | Same left and right references | |
| Treatment width — bottom (in) | Same left and right references | |
| Treatment height (in) | Bottom of planned trim to its top | |
| Actual trim width / thickness (in) | Measure a sample of the selected profile | |
| Baseboard / casing transition | Compare thickness and edge alignment | |
| Box 1 — label / X / Y / width / height | X from left; Y from treatment bottom | |
| Box 2 — label / X / Y / width / height | Include outside cover or casing | |
| Box 3 — label / X / Y / width / height | Record furniture outline or access envelope | |
| Wall condition / old paint check | Identify needed preparation before disturbance | |
| Usable stock / blade kerf / end trim | Check actual boards and blade |
HouseHows · Planning record. Verify on-site conditions, product instructions and written scope.
Room paint takeoff
Keep surfaces, openings and products separate. This sheet supplies the inputs; it does not assume a coverage or coat count.
| Surface / item | Width × height / area | Product / notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wall A | ||
| Wall B | ||
| Wall C | ||
| Wall D | ||
| Door openings to subtract | Count only areas not receiving this paint | |
| Window openings to subtract | Keep frames/trim in their own estimate | |
| Other unpainted areas | ||
| Net wall area (sq ft) | Gross area minus excluded areas | |
| Coats / label coverage (sq ft per gal) | Use the actual product and application | |
| Allowance (%) | Explain the chosen extra quantity | |
| Primer / ceiling / trim | Separate estimate for each product | |
| Container size / price / lot | Check package sizes and return conditions |
HouseHows · Planning record. Verify on-site conditions, product instructions and written scope.
Contractor scope comparison
Give each contractor the same questions. Record included work, exclusions and allowances before comparing totals.
| Question / line item | Quote A | Quote B |
|---|---|---|
| Exact product / grade / finish | ||
| Measured quantities / units | ||
| Preparation and repairs included | ||
| Removal and disposal | ||
| Access, protection and cleanup | ||
| Delivery and equipment | ||
| Permits / inspection responsibility | ||
| Tax amount and taxable scope | ||
| Allowance: included dollars / quantity | ||
| What changes the price? | ||
| Change-order approval process | ||
| Payment stages / final completion | ||
| Written warranty scope / exclusions | ||
| Total on the same confirmed scope | ||
| Items still unconfirmed |
HouseHows · Planning record. Verify on-site conditions, product instructions and written scope.