If you've done any paint restoration work and found yourself having
difficulties trying to find that 'elusive perfect match', try using this
color mixing guide (taken from an old sign painting trade publication
'Freehand Lettering' by Dick Bird). I have used this guideline extensively
in my past sign painting career and found it a valuable asset in toning a
color up to that 'elusive perfect match'.
Color Wanted:
Start with:
Add a little:
Green
Yellow
Blue
Orange
Yellow
Red
Brown
Red
Black
Maroon
Red
Black & Magenta
Cream
White
Yellow
Tan
White
Brown
Ivory
White
Yellow & Brown
Gray
White
Black
French Gray
White
Yellow & Black
Olive Green
Yellow
Black & White
Pink
White
Red
Flesh
White
Red & Yellow
Coral
White
Orange
Purple
Magenta
Blue
Gold
Yellow
Brown
Lime Green
Yellow
Green & White
Another painting tip:
Do NOT use hot water to rinse out your brushes. Hot water softens the
binding glue and will contribute to loose bristles stuck in your paint job.
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