Higgs Boson wrote:
Need to paint my LR/DR walls. A certain beautiful green from a
picture mat.

I heard of a gadget -- spectro-something? -- that electronically
matches the color of the sample you bring in.

My nabe BM store doesn't have it.

Before I start calling around, does anyone have experience matching
colors with the gadget?

Appreciate your input.


Virtually everyone has experience with the "gadget." These "gadgets" can be
found at Lowes, Home Depot, Walmar Superstores, Ace, Sherwin-Williams, and
just about anywhere paint is sold.

The device will concoct a paint that is extremely close, if not perfect, to
the sample. Bear in mind that texture of the surface, sheen (gloss vs.
flat), undercoat*, and lighting can create a slight perception of difference
from your target color.

Buy a quart of quality tinted paint and try it out.

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* If you're going to apply a primer, get it tinted the same color.