CLEMSON, S.C. - SCaroNews -- Cardinal Decor announced the release of Paint Waste by State 2025, a new study ranking leftover paint per 1,000 residents, along with a free room paint calculator guided by Cardi, the one-of-a-kind AI assistant with the answers on paint coats, coverage, ceilings, trim, and finish. The goal is simple: help people buy the right amount the first time and keep half-empty cans out of closets, garages, and landfills.

"Most extra paint starts at the shelf," said Gerri, founder of Cardinal Decor. "Measure once, ask Cardi, and shop with confidence. Less waste, fewer returns, cleaner projects."

The study features a heatmap and Top 10 list, highlighting where leftover paint piles up and why quick planning matters. The calculator sizes a room in about a minute and adjusts for surface type, number of coats of paint, and ceiling or trim work. Cardi explains the why behind the number in plain language so anyone can plan a weekend project without guesswork.

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What's New:

• State rankings with a clear heatmap and Top 10 table
• Cardi-guided DIY assistance that answers your questions instantly
• One-click data bundle download for reporters and creators
• Method summary that shows exactly how the numbers were calculated

Why It Matters

Leftover paint costs money, clutters homes, and strains recycling programs. A short plan before buying cuts waste dramatically and saves you additional trips for more paint. The paint calculator and Cardi's guidance turn rough estimates into a clear shopping list.

Where to Find It

Paint waste study and visuals: https://www.cardinaldecor.com/paint-waste-by-state/

Free paint calculator: https://www.cardinaldecor.com/paint-calculator/

Methodology:

Waste per 1,000 residents equals 2023 gallons collected divided by 2024 population, multiplied by 1,000. State totals come from PaintCare program reports and related state documentation. Population figures come from U.S. Census resident estimates. Full sources are listed on the study page.

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Quote Bank:

"A quick plan beats a second trip to the store." — Gerri, Founder

"Ask Cardi about coats and coverage, get a solid number, and buy once." — Gerri, Founder

About Cardinal Decor

Cardinal Decor builds simple tools that help people plan home projects with confidence. The site's free tile, grout, wallpaper, and paint calculators, along with Cardi's expert guidance, reduce waste, save time, and make DIY home improvement project planning clear for everyone.

Media contact: press@cardinaldecor.com or ‪(803) 686-3311

Press kit: available on the study page under "Press Bundle Download"