Acrylic Paint Pots

  • Can I buy more paint?

    Yes, additional paint pots are available for kits manufactured by Painting By Numbers. To order extra paint, please provide your order number and the paint number(s) you need (the long number shown on the A6 card included with your paint pots) on the Extra Paint Pots product page. Please note th...

  • Do I need to mix the paint colours?

    No, colour mixing isn’t required. All of our kits include an assortment of pre-mixed paint pots matched to each numbered section, providing every colour you need to bring the image to life. However, if you’d like to get more creative, you’re welcome to mix or blend colours to create smoother tra...

  • Do the kits include enough paint to complete my painting?

    Yes, our kits always include more paint than required to complete your paint by numbers artwork. We calculate the amount of paint needed for each design and include extra to ensure you don’t run out. If you’d still like additional paint, for example, if you prefer to apply thicker layers, extra ...

  • How long will my paints stay fresh?

    Due to the perishable nature of acrylic paint, we recommend starting your paint by numbers kit within six months of receiving it to ensure the paints remain fresh and easy to use. Acrylic paint dries quickly, so to help your paints last as long as possible: Keep paint pots properly closed and se...

  • Why don’t my paint colours match the image exactly?

    It’s completely normal for colours to look unusual or “off” while you’re still painting. When viewed on their own, individual colours can appear too bright, too dark, or different from what you expect. However, paint by numbers relies on how colours interact with one another. Our eyes perceive c...

  • Will the paint cover the numbers on the canvas?

    Yes. Our high-quality acrylic paints are designed to provide excellent coverage, often from the first coat. However, due to the natural properties of acrylic paint, not all colours have the same level of opacity. Lighter shades and certain tones may have slightly less coverage, which is completel...