At Ultrimax, we know that precision colour-matching is crucial for our customers whether refinishing a product or spraying bespoke colour kitchen units, colour accuracy matters. That's why we've updated our colour-matching system with the latest Colormax® technology and made a few other changes to give our customers the perfect colour every time across both the UK and Ireland.
The advantages of Colormax® paint colour matching technology
Our new colour-matching system brings tinting laboratory-level accuracy to our customers but at a much lower cost.
How does it work?
It couldn't be a simpler process for our customers.
1. Post us a small sample of substrate, call our office or order online and insert the colour name and number you require when ordering your paint colour.
2. Our paint technician scans the colour from your sample with our state-of-the-art spectrometer which goes straight into our formulation software.
3. We perform a drawdown of the paint and adjust the tint if necessary.
4. We ensure that the matching is to a tolerance of Delta E 0.3 or below - this means it will be very close to a perfect match.
5. We then store the drawdown colour card and file it on our database, this allows us to do future colour matches.
This process applies across both our UK and Ireland operations, ensuring every customer benefits from the same advanced matching technology.
Consistent colour every time for repeat account customers
Say goodbye to those 'off' colour matches when you repeat an order. Our new system allows us to draw down and spray out a sample from the original colour match so we can keep a physical record for you. The next time you order, we'll pull out the spray-off paint card and check the new colour order against the original batch.
We can do the same for retail customers and branded colours too. So, for example, if a joiner asks us for a regular supply of Little Greene Slaked Lime Medium, we can scan the colour into the system and then draw down every month or so to show that we are matching that colour as closely as possible.
White colour base matching for near-perfect batch-to-batch rates
In addition to upgrading our system to tinting lab quality technology, we have switched from using a white base to a clear base for colour matching.
Why?
Most colour-matching services use a white base because adding colourant to an already white base is cheaper than using a clear base. However, white bases vary in shade and tone from batch to batch, which is bad news for repeat orders.
So, we now begin with a clear base to which we add colour droplets, including white. This process is more costly than using a white base, but the colour match is far more accurate and consistent between batches.
This applies to all Ultrimax facilities ensuring our customers in the UK and Ireland receive identical, high-quality results.
Our latest colour matching investment – the COROB EVOPWR
Our paint department has recently expanded with the COROB EVOPWR, our latest investment in cutting-edge paint colour matching technology. With lightning-fast dispensing, advanced pump technology, and a zero-waste NoPurge system, we’re now able to deliver even better results for our customers through Colormax®.
This new machine allows our colour matching team to continue working to a tolerance of Delta E 0.3, meaning every match is extremely close to a perfect colour. The addition of the COROB EVOPWR further enhances our consistency, efficiency, and environmental performance, giving you the most accurate colour match possible, every time.
Some of our most popular colour-matched products
In addition to bespoke colour matching, we also offer this service across our most popular Ultrimax and Sayerlack coatings. Our customers often request matches in:
- AQUIMAX Water-Based Topcoat (AQM019) – a reliable water-based finish for wood.
- Ultrithane 31 – a high build, anti-corrosive primer and topcoat ideal for metal.
- Sayerlack Polyurethane Tinted Primer – known for its durability and smooth finish.
- Sayerlack Water-Based Topcoat (AT99) – a professional-quality coating for wood applications.
These are just a few examples of the trusted Ultrimax and Sayerlack products we can accurately colour match using our Colormax® system, ensuring consistent, professional results for our customers throughout the UK and Ireland.
Perfect colour every time
At Ultrimax, we’re committed to providing Total Paint Shop Support. From precise colour matching to expert technical advice.
So whether you’re in England, Scotland, Wales, or Ireland, trust Ultrimax to deliver perfect colour accuracy, repeat consistency, and industry-leading paint performance on every order.
Find out more or place your colour matching order today at:
www.ultrimaxstore.co.uk (UK customers)
www.ultrimaxstore.ie (Ireland customers)