How much chair rail do I need?
Chair rail runs around the room about a third of the way up the wall. Doorways are taken out.
Chair rail (16 ft pieces)
4 pieces
Estimated material cost
Chair rail
4 x $$25.00 per 16 ft piece
$100
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How to measure
Measure the room's length and width and count doorways.
Tips from the field
- Standard height is 32 to 36 inches off the floor, or about a third of the wall height.
- Use a laser level. Floors are rarely level enough to measure up from.
What you'll need
Common questions
How high should chair rail be?
About 32 to 36 inches off the floor, or one-third of the wall height.
How do I keep chair rail level?
Use a laser level instead of measuring up from the floor.
Should chair rail stop at windows?
If it hits a window, it usually stops at the casing or wraps under the sill.
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