Frequently asked questions
What to know before you begin.
Practical answers about photographs, paint zones, color references, project storage, exports, pricing, and the free demo.
Can I use a photo of my own house?
Yes. A personal workspace starts with a JPEG, PNG, or WebP photograph of the house you want to explore. The free public demo uses one prepared example instead.
Can I recolor different parts of the house independently?
Yes. You define paint zones for surfaces such as main walls, trim, ceilings, columns, doors, or accents, then choose a color for each zone.
Can I use manufacturer or custom colors?
House Color Lab supports organized color libraries and palette imports, so projects can retain the color names, codes, and sources you are considering.
How accurate are colors on screen?
Visualizations are planning aids, not calibrated paint matches. Screens, photographs, lighting, texture, and surrounding materials affect perception, so finalists should always be checked with physical samples.
Can I save and compare several schemes?
Yes. Save named studies as you explore, restore earlier ideas, and compare two complete schemes side by side as often as needed.
Can I export the visualization?
Yes. You can export the active painted view as a PNG for conversations with your household, client, contractor, or paint store.
Where are my project photos stored?
The workspace is designed to keep project photographs and editing data in your browser. Because browser storage is not a cloud backup, complete downloadable project backups are included.
How many projects can I create?
Homeowner access includes up to 3 projects. Professional access includes unlimited projects for repeated client work.
Is the demo free, and does it require an account?
The interactive demo is free and requires no account. It is limited to the prepared Costa Rica example, and its changes stay only in the current browser.