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How much does A Gallon of Paint weigh?

5.6 kg (12.3 lb)
per gallon

A Gallon of Paint weighs about 5.6 kg (12.3 lb) per gallon. About the same as a bowling ball.

Weight (metric)5.6 kg
Weight (imperial)12.3 lb
Measured pergallon
CategoryBuilding Materials
Compares toAbout the same as a bowling ball.

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About the weight of a gallon of paint

A gallon of latex paint weighs about 5.6 kg including the can.

Two coats of a gallon cover roughly 350 square feet.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a gallon of paint weigh?
A Gallon of Paint weighs about 5.6 kg (12.3 lb) per gallon. A gallon of latex paint weighs about 5.6 kg including the can.
How much do 10 of them weigh?
Ten would weigh roughly 56 kg (123 lb).
What does that compare to?
About the same as a bowling ball.

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