The EDGE calculates precise paint coverage based on manufacturer specifications and surface characteristics. Factor in surface porosity and application methods for primer coverage, calculate primer plus finish coat requirements, and determine the exact number of cans needed. Even specialized trim calculations are covered, with dedicated coverage rates and application methods for baseboards, wall moldings and other trim types.
Software Features for Accurate Painting Estimating
The EDGE offers a comprehensive SaaS estimating solution for painters, enabling them to prepare fast and remarkably accurate painting estimates. This painting takeoff software lets you measure and count on the same screen!
Automate square footage calculations with precision measurements, customize the interface to optimize for your workflows, and access comprehensive project reporting with detailed cost breakdowns.
Why Painting Contractors Choose The EDGE
Save time and ensure consistency across similar spaces with Common Conditions. Copy calculations across multiple rooms with identical layouts and specifications to maintain accuracy, reduce estimate time, and keep labor costs and material quantities consistent throughout multi-room projects like hotels and office buildings.
The EDGE features Smart Labor technology, which computes additional labor factors for wall heights, surface preparation and specialized equipment requirements, from sprayers for large, open surfaces to rollers for standard wall applications and brushes for detailed trim and cut-in work. It intelligently determines advantageous application methods and calculates the corresponding material and labor requirements.
Streamline your procurement process with The EDGE’s Vendor Quote. Request quotes directly through the software from multiple suppliers, compare pricing side-by-side from different vendors, and select the optimal products, pricing and quantities for each estimate, so you get the best pricing for every project.
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Whether you do your calculations in lineal feet, square feet, or by unit, The EDGE maximizes your bidding potential.