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You’re redecorating your home. You take pictures off one wall to move them to another and—yikes—nail holes, scuff marks, and discoloration. Time for a paint touch-up. But there’s one problem: you don’t know the paint color name, or the brand, or both. Don’t sweat it. Paint color matching is both an art and a science. But with expert guidance from our team, you can get it just right. Here’s what we recommend. 

1.Use a Paint Color Matching App

Leading paint manufacturers have color-matching apps that use sophisticated technology to match your paint color to one they offer. We like how this creator breaks down the process. 

ColorSnap and similar apps are a great way to experiment with colors before you commit. This is especially helpful if you’re having a hard time narrowing things down, or if you’re working with a branded color palette that has an array of options. Here are a few tips for getting the best results from the color-matching app of your choice:

  • Use even, natural lighting: Artificial lighting is likely to distort the look of a paint color, as is direct sunlight. Wait ‘til you have plenty of even, natural light to take your reference photo.
  • Take high-resolution images: High-quality, high resolution reference photos are always best. The more accurate the input, the more accurate the output.
  • Refer to app FAQs: These apps were made by experts who know their ins and outs. Check the app FAQs for specific recommendations, troubleshooting tips, and pitfalls to avoid. 

2. Take a Paint Chip

Choose an out-of-the-way area of your wall, Using a craft knife, cut a 4in x 4in, square sample (from just the paper layer). Your favorite paint, hardware, or home improvement store should be able to match the paint color and finish. Once you have a color match, use some spackle to patch the area where you took the sample from. Sand it smooth, prime it, and touch it up with your now perfectly-matched paint.

3. Reference a Peel-and-Stick

A close up of someone applying two Sherwin-Williams Peel-and-Stick Paint Swatches in shades of blue
Sherwin-Williams Peel-and-Stick Paint Swatch

 

We love peel-and-stick swatches. And they’re good for more than just paint color selection. You can use them to ensure paint colors match, too. Once you get a recommendation from the home improvement store or a color-matching app, take home a peel and stick swatch. Put it on the wall you’re trying to match. If all looks good, it’s time to paint. 

4. Call in a Pro

If you’re unsure about paint color matching for your home or commercial painting project, you don’t have to leave anything to chance. C&R Services is ready to help you plan your paint touch-up or repainting project with confidence. If you have questions about how to match an existing paint color but don’t know the brand, the name, or the color code, we’re happy to help. Call us today to get your questions answered and get your home or business looking its best.

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