How to Color Match Paint
Is there a color in your home you'd like to paint in other areas? Or do you need to touch up a wall adorned with scuff marks and blemishes? Either way, you can rely on a quick and accurate Sherwin-Williams color match to help you complete the project with a hue you love.
While paint color matching can seem daunting, Sherwin-Williams makes it easy. We're excited to help you color-match paint with our state-of-the-art technology. Whether you take advantage of our in-store expertise, try our paint color identifier or utilize our professional paint matching tool on the go, you're sure to identify the perfect shade. Below are a few different options for color matching with Sherwin-Williams.
Option 1
Visit a Sherwin-Williams Store
For the highest chances of an exact match, you'll want to visit your neighborhood Sherwin-Williams store for color matching. Our friendly and knowledgeable associates can scan your paint sample with our high-tech machine to give a unique formula specific to the scan or recommend similar Sherwin-Williams colors.
You may be wondering how big a paint chip is needed to color-match. To provide an accurate scan, our team will need a sample the size of a quarter or larger. If you have drywall, you can use a craft knife to gently cut through the paper layer to remove a square sample from an inconspicuous area. Then, use some spackling to patch that area, sand it smooth and cover it with your matched paint.
Option 2
Color Visualizer
Are you curious how to match a paint color already on the wall without cutting out a sample? You're in luck because Sherwin-Williams offers a handy Color Visualizer on our website. Upload a photo of your room, and this paint color identifier will capture hues to match them with actual Sherwin-Williams paint colors. This tool also works great for capturing colors from décor and furniture throughout your home, helping you craft your dream color palette in no time!
Option 3
ColorSnap® Match Pro
When you need a precise color match on the go or want to feel more like a pro, consider using the ColorSnap® Match Pro. This revolutionary paint-matching tool uses a scanning device linked to your smartphone to match scanned surfaces to Sherwin-Williams paint colors. The ColorSnap® Match Pro uses a controlled light source to read the color you're scanning better than most phone cameras. Plus, this paint-matching tool uses full-spectrum white LEDs, exclusive color algorithms and has access to Sherwin-Williams color libraries for quick, precise results.
Rely on Sherwin-Williams for All Your Paint Color Needs
Understanding how to match paint makes the process fast and fun, especially with the help of Sherwin-Williams. Continue your color journey by exploring our vast array of color collections and color tools next!
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