How do I know what undertones are in paint ?
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You can purchase small sample containers , take them home and paint patches on the wall of the room you're painting . That way you can see it in the light you intend to live in , after its dry etc. Use the leftovers for crafting .
Hi Deb! I found a site that explores the whole topic of undertones in paint. I hope it helps! http://www.sensationalcolor.com/understanding-color/theory/understanding-undertones-color-success-060#.WTwQ9MI2xLM
Natural lighting often picks up the color. I look at the paint strips they have in the store to look at what the complimentary colors are for clues, but always paint an area with a sample before committing, since it can totally change how it looks in a different light.
If you mix complement colors together you will get a grayish color. Complement color of red is green. Blue is orange.Yellow is purple etc.
Yeah much easier ,this is if you do not have those colors.I am an artist ,just the way my mind works. :)
if using paint chips in a store, ALWAYS go to natural light to view the colours! Artificial light is deceiving!
A good paint store should be able to guide you. They will have the formula that is used to make the color. I remember a Sherwin Williams sales person in the store guiding me to get the exact color of gray I was looking for to paint an office.
He seemed to know which grays would look blue, greenish, etc.