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Pre-calculated answers to the most common art questions. Click any question for the full breakdown, then customise it with the linked calculator.

Paint & Colour

How much does a litre of paint cover?

Acrylic covers roughly 6-10 m² per litre applied thinly; oil about 6 m², gesso about 8 m² per coat

How much does picture framing cost in the UK?

DIY materials about £15-50 for an A4 to A3 frame; professional framing typically £50-200+

What is the plaster of Paris mixing ratio?

About 1.5 parts plaster to 1 part water by weight: 100 parts plaster to 65-75 parts water