PaintMixLab
Oil & acrylic paint recipes
About
This app helps oil and acrylic painters accurately mix colors by analyzing a photograph. It provides precise recipes using your own paint tubes, saving you time and preventing wasted materials. Get exact color matches for any shade you can capture.
What's New in PaintMixLab
1.0.4
November 5, 2026
Fixes a blank screen that could appear when reopening the app after it had been in the background. Smoother reload if iOS pauses the app.
Subscriptions & In-App Purchases
PaintMixLab Pro
Every paint set, calibration and cloud sync.
Developer apps
FAQ
How does PaintMixLab help me mix colors?
PaintMixLab analyzes a photograph of the color you want to match and provides specific recipes using your own paint tubes. It calculates the exact ratios needed, helping you avoid guesswork and wasted paint.
What paint brands does PaintMixLab support?
PaintMixLab includes pre-calibrated recipes for popular brands like Gamblin, Winsor & Newton Winton, Magicfly, Castle Arts, Mont Marte, Arteza, Ohuhu, Bob Ross, US Art Supply, and allows you to build your own custom palette.
Can I calibrate my own paints in PaintMixLab?
Yes, you can calibrate your own tubes. By painting a swatch, photographing it, and letting the model adjust, PaintMixLab can tailor recipes to your specific paints and white.
Does PaintMixLab use AI for its color matching?
No, PaintMixLab does not use AI. It models how each pigment absorbs and scatters light across 38 bands of the spectrum, fitted to real painted swatches for accurate results.
How does PaintMixLab handle privacy with my photos?
By default, your photos stay on your device. If you enable the cloud sync option for a project, that project's photo and swatches are stored privately against your account.
What are the subscription options for PaintMixLab?
PaintMixLab offers a 'PaintMixLab Pro' subscription at $3.99 per month, which includes a 3-day free trial. This likely unlocks additional features or capabilities beyond the free version.
Is PaintMixLab available on all devices?
PaintMixLab is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.
How often is PaintMixLab updated?
The latest version, 1.0.4, was released on November 5, 2026, indicating regular updates to improve functionality and add support for new paint sets or features.
