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Every Paintsight approval and crew record displays the paint color code as the primary reference. The color code is the single source of truth — it identifies the exact paint your crew will order, and the homeowner signs off on it alongside the visual preview. Getting this code right before you send the approval is one of the most important steps in the workflow.

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Why color codes matter

The color name alone is not enough to identify a paint. Two brands can have colors with nearly identical names that look similar on screen but are entirely different products. A color code ties the approval directly to the exact paint chip your crew will pull from the shelf or order from the supplier — there is no ambiguity. When a homeowner signs an approval in Paintsight, they are confirming the color code, not just a name or a preview image.

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Color code formats by brand

Each brand uses a different code format. Use the table below as a quick reference when entering codes into Paintsight.
BrandFormatExample
Sherwin-Williams”SW” + 4 digitsSW 6208 (Pewter Green)
Benjamin MooreLetter prefix + digitsHC-154 (Hale Navy), OC-17 (White Dove)
BehrAlphanumeric790F-4
Farrow & Ball”No.” + numberNo. 27 (Mole’s Breath)
DuluxVaries by marketCheck the paint chip or brand website

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Where to find the color code

1

Check the physical paint chip

The color code is printed on every paint chip, usually below the color name. This is the most reliable source — it is the exact code the store uses when they tint a can.
2

Visit the brand's website

Search for the color by name on the brand’s website. Each color detail page displays the official color code. Use this when you do not have a physical chip handy.
3

Use an in-store color kiosk

Most paint stores have a digital kiosk where you can search colors and confirm codes on the spot. This is useful when a customer brings in a chip you do not recognize.
4

Check an existing order receipt

If you have ordered this color before, the code appears on the store receipt or invoice. This is a quick reference for repeat jobs.
Always double-check the code on the physical paint chip before attaching it to an approval. Color names can vary between collections, regional editions, and reformulations — the chip is the ground truth.
If you enter the wrong color code, the approval references the wrong paint. Your crew will order or mix based on what is on the approval record. Correct the code before sending the approval link to the homeowner.