Stop buying three extra rolls just in case. Enter each gift’s box dimensions below and get exactly how much wrapping paper — and how many rolls — you need.

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Gift Wrap Calculator — How Much Wrapping Paper Do You Need?

Add every gift box on your list and get the exact square footage of wrapping paper required, how many rolls to buy, and the estimated cost — no more mid-wrap paper shortages.

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Formula: paper per box = 2 × (L×W + L×H + W×H) + 10% cutting waste. Rolls are rounded up to whole rolls — leftover paper keeps for next time.

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How to use

  1. 1
    List your gifts

    For each gift box, enter a name, its length, width, and height in inches, and how many of that size you have. Click “Add another gift” for each different box size.

  2. 2
    Pick your roll

    Choose a standard 25 sq ft roll or a jumbo 50 sq ft roll, and enter the price per roll you pay at your store.

  3. 3
    Get your shopping list

    See total square footage (with 10% waste included), the number of whole rolls to buy, the estimated cost, and a per-gift breakdown.

Why you’ll love it

Multiple boxes, one total

Holiday gift lists, wedding parties, office exchanges — add unlimited boxes and quantities and get a single paper total.

Waste is baked in

The formula adds a 10% cutting and overlap allowance, so the number you see is what you actually need at the table.

Roll sizing for real stores

Standard 25 sq ft and jumbo 50 sq ft rolls match the sizes most US retailers sell, and the calculator rounds up to whole rolls.

True cost estimate

Enter your actual price per roll to see the real cost of wrapping your whole list before you shop.

Per-gift breakdown

See exactly how much paper each box needs, so you can cut first and wrap efficiently.

Frequently asked questions

How much wrapping paper do I need per gift box?
The paper needed equals the surface area of the box — 2 × (L×W + L×H + W×H) — plus about 10% extra for overlap and cutting. For example, a 10″ × 8″ × 4″ box needs 304 sq in (2.11 sq ft), plus 10% waste ≈ 2.32 sq ft.
What size is a standard roll of wrapping paper?
Most US retailers sell “standard” rolls covering about 25 sq ft (typically 30″ × 10 ft) and “jumbo” rolls covering about 50 sq ft. This calculator supports both sizes.
Why does the calculator add 10% waste?
You lose paper to diagonal cuts, tucking flaps, overlapping seams, and trimming. A 10% allowance is the industry-standard rule of thumb that prevents running short mid-wrap.
Should I round up rolls?
Yes — you can’t buy a fraction of a roll. The calculator always rounds up to whole rolls, and leftover paper keeps perfectly for the next occasion.
Does it work for oddly shaped or cylindrical gifts?
It’s built for boxes and rectangular gifts. For cylinders or irregular shapes, enter the smallest box that would contain the item as a close estimate.
How do I measure a gift box?
Measure the longest side as length, the shorter flat side as width, and the vertical side as height — all in inches. If the gift is already boxed, measure the shipping box.

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