Apps to paint your walls

Have you ever imagined transforming the look of your home without spending a penny on paint, just by testing it on your cell phone? Well, apps to paint your walls are here to completely change the way we plan renovations and decorations. The technology allows you to simulate colors, textures, and even lighting, before you even pick up a paintbrush. And best of all: it's fast, fun, and accessible to anyone.

Many people waste time and money buying the wrong cans of paint, choosing shades that look perfect in the store but don't actually match the room. I've been there. I once bought a blue that, under the light in my living room, turned almost gray. That's when I discovered apps like Dulux Visualizer, which saved me from that headache. And, indeed, I realized that testing before buying is a golden rule for any painting project.

The problem of choosing colors in the dark

Choosing a color without seeing it in the room is like buying clothes without trying them on—it might even work, but the risk is high. Furthermore, natural or artificial lighting completely changes the final result.

Therefore, the wrong choice can generate:

• Waste of money with paints that will not be used.
• Waste of time to repaint walls.
• Frustration with a result that does not match furniture and decoration.

That's why apps emerged for the purpose of facilitate this entire process. In other words, they eliminate uncertainty and provide greater security before investing.

How wall painting apps work

They use your phone's camera or photos of the room to digitally apply the desired color. This way, you can see, in real time, what each wall would look like with a specific shade.

Main benefits:

• Visualization in real time of various colors.
• Test of different textures and finishes.
• Possibility to save images to compare later.
• Share with friends or architects to ask for their opinion.

Although it may seem simple, this technology is so accurate that many decorators already include these apps in their customer service.

My favorites to transform any space

After testing several, I've put together a list of apps that I believe are undeniably useful for anyone looking to renovate their home.

1. Dulux Visualizer
It allows you to simulate colors with high precision, in addition to indicating the exact paints available on the market.

Available for Google Play (Android)
Available for App Store (iOS)

2. Sherwin-Williams ColorSnap
In order to bring realism, the app adjusts the colors according to the lighting captured by the camera.

Available for Google Play (Android)
Available for App Store (iOS)

3. Benjamin Moore Color Portfolio
Ideal for those seeking sophisticated tones. It also offers ready-made palette combinations.

Available for Google Play (Android)
Available for App Store (iOS)

4. Pantone Studio
Although known in the fashion world, Pantone Studio also helps find harmonious combinations for walls.

Available for Google Play (Android)
Available for App Store (iOS)

Tips to get the most out of these apps

• Take photos during the day, as natural light gives more accurate results.
• Save different combinations to compare later.
• Test not just one color, but also finishes (matte, satin, glossy).
• Share your results with friends or family for feedback.
• Always look for options that are linked to well-known brands, after all, this guarantees quality in the final paint.

After all, so that the final result is as expected, it is worth investing a little time in this testing phase.

And if you want to go further…

On the other hand, these apps also help those planning to sell or rent a property. A repainted space, even if only virtually, can be presented more attractively in online listings.

Additionally, many of them offer integration with stores and marketplaces, such as Amazon and Leroy Merlin, allowing you to directly purchase the color of your choice. In short, it's practical from start to finish.

It's worth testing today.

Due to their practicality, zero cost, and accurate visual results, I highly recommend downloading at least one of these apps today. To avoid mistakes and transform your home more safely, there's nothing better than visualizing the future before you act.

So, my tip is: choose a room in your home, test two or three apps and see which one best suits your style.