ColorSmart by BEHR® Mobile

Choosing the perfect paint color is a significant decision for any home project. ColorSmart by BEHR Mobile is a professional-grade digital tool designed to eliminate the guesswork from this process. This official BEHR application provides a suite of powerful features that allow you to visualize, match, and coordinate colors directly from your mobile device. It transforms your phone into an essential partner for planning, providing confidence before you ever open a paint can. The primary function of ColorSmart by BEHR Mobile is to help users find their ideal color and see it in their space.

Scanning Barcodes for Instant Color Identification

A core utility of ColorSmart by BEHR Mobile is its barcode scanner. Users start by visiting a Home Depot store to collect physical BEHR paint chips or brochures. Within the app, they activate the scanner and point their phone’s camera at the barcode on the back of these materials. The app instantly processes this code and pulls up the exact corresponding color within its extensive digital library. This workflow provides a fail-safe method to confirm color choices and saves the selected hue to a personal project list for future reference, ensuring accuracy between the physical swatch and the digital plan.

Color Matching from Personal Photographs

For those inspired by an existing color in their environment, ColorSmart by BEHR Mobile offers a powerful color match feature. Users begin by taking a new photo or selecting an existing image from their phone’s gallery. They then tap on the specific area of the image from which they want to capture the color. The app’s algorithm analyzes the selected pixel and instantly displays the closest matching BEHR paint color from its database. This function is ideal for matching fabrics, furniture, or architectural elements, creating a seamless color flow throughout a space.

Visualizing Colors in Pre-Loaded Room Scenes

To see how a color will look in a finished space, users can utilize the app’s gallery of pre-loaded room scenes. They first browse through various room types and styles, such as modern living rooms or traditional bedrooms. After selecting a desired scene, they tap on the walls, trim, or ceiling and choose a new BEHR color to apply. The app renders the new color onto the image in real-time. This allows for experimentation with different color combinations and palettes, providing a realistic preview of how the final painted room will appear.

Creating and Saving Custom Color Palettes

ColorSmart by BEHR Mobile facilitates organized project planning through its save and palette functions. As users browse colors, match hues, or visualize rooms, they can favorite any color by tapping the save icon. These colors are stored in a personal “My Colors” section. Users can then create new, custom palettes by grouping these saved colors together, naming them for specific projects like “Kitchen Reno” or “Master Suite.” This workflow helps in building a coherent whole-house color scheme and keeps all inspiration organized in one easily accessible location.

Calculating Paint Requirements for a Project

Before purchasing materials, users can estimate how much paint they will need. Within ColorSmart by BEHR Mobile, they access the paint calculator tool. They input the dimensions of the project room, including the number of walls, their individual lengths and heights, and the number of doors and windows. The app processes this data and provides an estimated quantity of paint gallons required for the job, typically recommending two coats for optimal coverage. This result helps in budgeting and ensures users buy the correct amount of product from The Home Depot.

Locating a Store for Purchase

Once the planning phase is complete, ColorSmart by BEHR Mobile provides a direct path to purchase. Users open the integrated store locator, which automatically finds their current location via GPS. The app then displays a list of nearby Home Depot stores, complete with addresses, contact information, and operating hours. Selecting a store can provide directions for navigation. This seamless transition from digital planning to physical store visit ensures users can quickly access the BEHR paints they have selected for their project.

Key Features

  Barcode scanner for instant color identification from physical swatches.

  Photo-based color matching to find the closest BEHR paint match.

  Virtual room visualizer to preview colors on walls, trim, and ceilings.

  Custom palette creator for saving and organizing color schemes.

  Paint calculator to estimate required gallons based on room dimensions.

  Integrated store locator to find the nearest The Home Depot.