2012 National Painting Cost Estimator w/ CD-ROM

A complete guide to estimating painting costs for just about any type of residential, commercial, or industrial painting, whether by brush, spray, or roller. Shows typical costs and bid prices for fast, medium, and slow work, including material costs per gallon; square feet covered per gallon; square feet covered per manhour; labor, material, overhead, and taxes per 100 square feet; and how much to add for profit.

Includes a CD-ROM with an electronic version of the book with National Estimator, a stand-alone Windows estimating program, plus an interactive multimedia video that shows how to use the disk to compile construction cost estimates. 448 pp.

The National Estimator System Requirements:

• Operating Systems:
• Windows 7, Vista or XP. Note: Windows 7 and Vista 64-bit now supported.
• PC with 1 gigahertz (GHz) or higher Intel (or equivalent) processor recommended.
• Requires up to 160 megabytes (MB) of hard disk space.
• 512 MB system memory.
• 1024 x 768 or higher video resolution, video adapter and monitor.
• CD-ROM or DVD drive.
• To listen to video tutorial - Sound card and speakers or headphones.
• DSL or Cable internet connection is recommended for automatic updates and other optional program features.