How to Match Paint Like a Pro
When it comes to paint matching, it can be pretty frustrating. As close as the color wheel may look, when the new paint hits the wall it often just isn't right. But don't worry, we have a few tips for you to help learn how to match paint like a pro.
Remove a Sample from Your Wall
If you're already repairing a hole and can easily cut a small piece of sheetrock, or if you're a pro at repairing a small 4x4 or smaller hole, cutting a piece of the wall to bring in to the paint store makes things easy. The professionals at Sherwin Williams or wherever you go will be able to help you accurately match the paint.
Try an App
Now days, companies like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin Williams have all developed paint matching apps. Though the reviews are mixed, the technology continues to improve and both consumers and pros are becoming more and more reliant on these.
Invest in an Electronic Color Matcher
Electronic color matchers can replace the need to take a sample into the store or rely on the developing phone tech. Easy-to-use handheld analyzers like the Datacolor ColorReader EZ is affordable and rated and reviewed to be very accurate.
Simply press the sensor against the painted wall and let it do its thing. Most of these will give you a readout on a connected app, but the analyzer does the work.
When it Doubt, Call an Expert
If you just can't get it figured out, give us a call. Whether you're trying to repair some damaged sheetrock or in the middle of some other project, we'd love to help.
