I'm in a bit of a unique situation—I'm selling my childhood home where I've lived for nearly my entire life, and I'm excited yet sad about moving into a flat with some of the proceeds. Back in my teenage years, I painted my room a specific shade of pink that means a lot to me, and I'd love to recreate that feel in my new bedroom. However, it's been around 15 years, and I can't remember the exact shade. I'll be able to visit the house before the sale, and I want to know the best way to identify that color. I tried using an online color matcher with a photo in daylight, but it wasn't accurate. Are there any physical tools I could buy or apps anyone would recommend to help me get as close to that color as possible?
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A great option is to check out your local Sherwin Williams. You can ask them to borrow a color palette—it's essentially a thick book filled with tons of color chips. Just match one up to your wall's shade. It's a straightforward way to get a visual reference before you buy paint.
If you can find a removable piece in the room, like a light switch plate or a small trim piece, that could work too. Just take it in to Sherwin Williams or a similar store, and they can color match it for you!