Have you ever fallen in love with a paint color while browsing through Instagram, Pinterest, or even a friend’s home, but struggled to find the shade again? With the advancements in technology, there are now innovative ways to match a paint color from a picture, transforming your favorite hues from screen to walls.
Before we delve into the methods, remember that the accuracy of matching a paint color depends on various factors such as lighting, shadows, and the device’s display calibration. However, these techniques can give you a close approximation.
Using Smartphone Apps
Several smartphone applications have been developed to help you match paint colors from an image. These apps use image processing algorithms and color science to detect and match colors.
Here are two popular options:
Sherwin-Williams ColorSnap Match
The ColorSnap Match app by Sherwin-Williams uses your phone’s camera to scan a color and find its match in their paint collection. You can also upload an image from your gallery and choose the color you want to match.
To use this feature, simply snap a picture, and the app will display your closest Sherwin-Williams match. You can then save or share your color, or even explore coordinating colors.
Behr ColorSmart
Behr’s ColorSmart app offers a similar feature, allowing you to match colors found in photos. After scanning, you’ll receive your Behr paint match, along with other relevant information, such as color codes and coordinating colors.
Additionally, you can use the “Behr Eye” feature to scan a color from a real surface, making it a versatile tool for your DIY projects.
Online Color Matching Tools
If you prefer a desktop solution, several online tools can help you match paint colors from images. These platforms use advanced algorithms to analyze and match colors.
Here’s one robust option:
Nix Paints
Nix Paints is an online platform that offers a color matching service using their proprietary technology. You can upload an image, and their algorithm will detect and match the colors to their database of over 100,000 colors from 400+ brands.
Once you’ve identified your match, Nix Paints provides you with the closest color from a variety of paint brands, along with the color code and an analysis of the color’s undertones and undertint. You can also compare your match with similar colors and explore coordinating schemes.
Utilizing Paint Brand Websites
Many paint brands now offer color matching services directly on their websites. These tools allow you to upload an image and match colors from their specific brand’s palette.
For example, Benjamin Moore’s ColorCapture app and Farrow & Ball’s Color Berger app let you match colors from images and provide you with your closest match from their respective brands. These tools are handy when you have a specific brand in mind for your project.
Embracing these innovative technologies can revolutionize how you approach interior design, making it easier than ever to incorporate those captivating hues you’ve admired into your living space. So go ahead, snap a picture, and let the transformation begin!
