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Tinting Basics (Mixing Colors) - Color Mixing Tools and Equipment
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Color Mixing Tools and Equipment |
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In order to mix paint colors as needed accurately and quickly, the following tools and equipment are necessary. |
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According to the amount of paints needed, prepare several cans or plastic containers sized from 0.2?18 L (6.76 fl oz?4.76 gal). | |
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Plastic disposable containers are used most often. | | |
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Stirring Sticks, Spatula:
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There are also some stirring sticks combined with spatulas. Depending upon the amount of paint required, select the proper lengths and sizes. | |
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Both plastic and metal types are available. | | |
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Tinplate, thick papers or magnetic sheets. Used for paint match testing to check color combinations
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Used to prevent the solvent content in the paint from evaporating. It helps easy stirring and pouring of paint. It is absolutely necessary for measured color mixing. | |
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Stainless steel is used for covers designed for water-based paint, to prevent corrosion. | | |
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Electrically powered shelf which enables to stir multiple paint containers at once.
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Microcomputer scale offers multiple functions and accurate measurement for mixing colors. It should measure up to 6 kg (13.23 lb) in increments of 0.1 kg (0.22 lb). The scale can also be used for mixing dual-component paint and paint reducer/thinner.
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This light offers a wavelength distribution very close to natural sunlight and is suitable for mixing colors indoors.
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