Universal Paints: Come Explore Colour with The Colour Visualiser

If you’ve ever stared at blank walls wondering, “What colour would look good here?”, Universal Paints has a smart solution: their Paint Colour Visualiser. This free online tool lets you experiment with wall colours without lifting a brush.

How it works

Upload an image of your room (ideally a clear, well-lit JPG or PNG).
The tool maps out your wall areas.
Pick a colour — either from Universal Paints’ standard pre-mixed palette, or dive into the vast NCS colour library (thousands of possible shades).
Voila — see it live: your walls in that colour, so you can visualise the change.
If you like it, you can download the preview (for sharing or comparing).

Why this tool is awesome

“Try before you buy” confidence: No more buying a bucket of paint only to regret the shade once it’s on the wall.
Huge colour range: You get the best of both worlds — curated Universal Paints colours and access to the thousands-strong NCS library.
Time saver: Instead of sampling dozens of paint pots, you can test many colours virtually in minutes.
Visual harmony checks: You can see how a shade plays with your existing furniture, flooring, lighting — before you commit.

Tips for best results

Use a well-lit, front-on photo of your room, ideally in daylight. Shadows or uneven lighting will skew how colours appear.
Try multiple colours side by side (download each variant).
Keep standard/neutral options in mind as “fallbacks” — sometimes your favourite bold shade might be too much over a large wall.
Use the preview image as reference when you head to your local Universal Paints outlet.

In short: the Universal Paints Visualiser empowers you to experiment and explore colour confidently. Want to see exactly what your room could look like in a few favourite shades? Upload your photo, play with colour, and only then decide what colour paint to buy. Universal Paints Direct outlets can mix and match any colour of your choice.