Driveway Sealer Calculator
Buckets of sealer for an asphalt driveway, with coats.
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Results
- Sealer needed
- 15 gallons
- Buckets to buy
- 3 x 5 gal
- Driveway area
- 600 sq ft
- Cost
- $105.00
- Coverage assumed
- 80 sq ft per gallon per coat
Working
- 1600 ft2 x 2 / 80 = 15 gal
Quick answer
Sealer coverage is about 70 to 100 sq ft per gallon per coat, less on rough or porous asphalt.
gallons = area x coats / coverage
How to use the Driveway Sealer Calculator
- 1Measure the driveway and include any parking apron.
- 2Choose the condition - rough asphalt drinks far more sealer.
- 3Two thin coats always outlast one thick coat.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Driveway length50 ft
- Width12 ft
- Coats2
- Surface conditionAverage
- Bucket size5 gal
- Price per bucket35 $
Results
- Sealer needed15 gallons
- Buckets to buy3 x 5 gal
- Driveway area600 sq ft
- Cost$105.00
- Coverage assumed80 sq ft per gallon per coat
- 600 ft2 x 2 / 80 = 15 gal
Frequently asked questions
How often should I seal a driveway?
Every 2 to 4 years. Sealing annually builds up a thick film that cracks and peels.
What temperature do I need?
Above 50 F and rising, with no rain for 24 hours and ideally 48 hours before traffic.
About this calculator
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