The Language of Paint Color Codes Paint color codes are an essential part of design, but few people understand what they mean or how they're used.
For designers, color theorists, and those involved in branding or interior design, paint color codes hold a secret language that can make all the difference between a successful project and one that falls short.
The History of Paint Color Codes The concept of paint color coding originated in the early days of industrial production, when paint manufacturers developed standardized systems for identifying colors.