Product FAQ's
How do I know which colour match I've received?
Hey there👋. Due to copyright restrictions we use alphanumeric codes instead of shade names on our designer colour-match labels. On your label, you'll find a 3 or 9-digit alpha code, followed by 3 numeric digits which should match the number code of
How does colour matching work?
Hey there👋. We've got an amazing range of paint finishes that can be tinted to match over 19,000 Big Brand shades. Just find your perfect shade and type in the brand name and colour name when you place your order. Our formulas are created in lab con
Which colours can you match?
Hey there👋. We can tint our paint in various finishes to equivalents of over 19,000 Big Brand shades - so you have plenty to choose from! These include RAL, NCS, COAT, Lick and British Standard. Sadly there are some brands we are unable to match whi
I ordered interior paint but the tin says exterior
Hey there👋. The Zinsser AllCoat is a fantastic product that works for both interior and exterior surfaces in just one tin. It's perfect for a wide range of surfaces including wood, plastic, metal, uPVC, walls, and masonry. Even though the tin livery
Do you offer tester pots?
Hey there👋. We do have a 350ml Vinyl Matt tester pot available in over 19,000 colours including most major brands, tester pots are a great way to test out the colours you like best to make sure you get the perfect shade!. Simply enter the name and b
Light Shades Only- what does this mean?
Hey there👋. If you've spotted a colour-matched product with a "light shades only" disclaimer, it means that we can only mix lighter shades into this paint finish. Light shades typically include white, off-white, pale, or pastel colours. If you'd lik
How many rolls of wallpaper do I need?
Hey there👋. Calculating how many rolls of wallpaper you need couldn't be easier with our handy wallpaper calculator. It's available to use on each of our wallpaper pages. Just pop in your measurements in metres and get an estimate of how many rolls
Why Colour Match Paint Is a Game-Changer (And Why DCO Does It Best)
You’ve found the perfect paint colour. Maybe it’s from a designer brand, a Pinterest photo, or even a café wall—but when you try to buy it, it’s either discontinued, unavailable in the UK, or doesn’t come in the right finish. Frustrating, right?. Tha
How many tins of paint do I need?
Hey there👋. Calculating how much paint you need couldn't be easier with our handy paint calculator. It's available to use on each of our paint pages. Just pop in your measurements and get an estimate of how many tins you'll need!. If you have any ot
Do you offer sample pots?
Hey there👋. We do have a 350ml Vinyl Matt tester pot available in over 19,000 colours including most major brands, tester pots are a great way to test out the colours you like best to make sure you get the perfect shade!. Simply enter the name and b
Light Shades Only- what does this mean?
Hey there👋. If you've spotted a colour-matched product with a "light shades only" disclaimer, it means that we can only mix lighter shades into this paint finish. Light shades typically include white, off-white, pale, or pastel colours. If you'd lik
What Is The Difference Between Water and Oil Based Paint?
Hi,Water based paints are newer on the market, dry quicker, omit less odours, don’t yellow over time, are more user friendly, better for the environment and the brushes/ rollers are easier to clean. Oil/ solvent based paints are generally favoured by