Where to Get Free (or Cheap) Wall Color Samples
Choosing the right paint color can be one of the hardest parts of any home project. A shade that looks perfect on your screen or in a tiny color chip can look completely different once it’s on your wall and exposed to natural light. That’s why ordering paint samples before committing to a color is so important.
The good news: you don’t even have to leave your house. Several websites allow homeowners to order free or low-cost interior paint samples online, delivered right to your door. Here are four of the most convenient options.
Sherwin-Williams
One of the easiest ways to test paint colors is by ordering samples directly from Sherwin‑Williams.
They offer several sample options homeowners can order online:
Free color chips mailed to your home (often up to 10 per order)
Peel-and-stick samples that can be repositioned around your walls
“Color To Go” sample pots if you want to brush paint directly onto the wall
Upload a photo to generate a mockup and see how colors will look in your home
Peel-and-stick samples typically cost around $3–$4 each, and the company frequently runs free shipping promotions. This makes it a simple way to test multiple colors before committing to a full gallon.
Samplize
Samplize has become a favorite among homeowners and interior designers because it offers a clean, mess-free way to test paint colors. Instead of small paint pots, Samplize ships large peel-and-stick sheets made with real paint from major brands like Sherwin-Williams, Farrow & Ball, and Benjamin Moore.
Large 9" x 14.75" samples
Made using real paint formulas
Reposition them to test colors in different lighting
Fast shipping, often arriving within a couple days
Samples usually cost about $6-7 each, which is often cheaper and easier than buying multiple sample cans and supplies.
Benjamin Moore
Homeowners interested in colors from Benjamin Moore can also order peel-and-stick samples online. Many homeowners like this approach because it avoids the mess of traditional sample pots while still providing an accurate representation of the color.
These samples are around $6–$7 each and allow you to test colors without painting directly onto the wall. Because they’re removable, you can move them around the room to see how the color looks in different lighting conditions throughout the day.
Behr
Another convenient option is ordering paint samples from Behr, which are widely available online through The Home Depot. Sample containers cost around $4–$6, making them one of the more affordable ways to test paint colors before committing to a full project. Like Sherwin and Ben, they also offer your standard peel-and-stick sheets.
8 oz sample paint containers you can brush directly on your wall
Peel-and-stick color samples for easier testing
Traditional color chip cards for comparing palettes
Their AI color tool selector can help you pick the right shade
Design Shop
Doing a larger renovation? Design Shop is a one-stop for ordering samples of all different types of interior materials, from wallpaper to tile, flooring, fabric, paneling, hardware, wall treatments, and paint.
A Quick Tip Before You Test Paint Colors
Paint colors can shift dramatically depending on lighting and surrounding materials, so testing them in several places will help you make a more confident decision. Don’t just look at them in one spot - move them around the room and check them:
In natural daylight
At night with interior lighting
Next to floors, cabinets, and trim
In Summary
Ordering paint samples online is one of the easiest ways to avoid expensive color mistakes. Between Sherwin-Williams, Samplize, Benjamin Moore, and Behr, homeowners have plenty of affordable ways to test colors before committing to a full paint job.
Schedule a Color Consultation
Did you know that Undertone Interiors also provides custom virtual or in-home color consultations?
Our team has access to hundreds of color samples from top brands and can help you not only choose the best color for your space - we can leverage our professional partnerships to get you the best price on paint. Contact us today to schedule a free in-home painting estimate.