Understanding the Basics of Coloring Walls in Revit
Adding color to walls in Revit can enrich your design presentations and help convey the intended aesthetic of your projects. This process is relatively straightforward but requires an understanding of the Revit interface and its tools.
Step-by-Step Process to Color Walls
Select the Paint Tool
Begin by selecting the “Paint” tool. Navigate to the “Modify” tab located on the Ribbon, and within the “Geometry” panel, click on “Paint.” This opens the Material Browser dialog.
Choose a Material
In the Material Browser, you will see a list of available materials. Browse through this list to find the color or texture you wish to apply to the walls. Keep in mind that the option to browse for materials is only accessible when the paint tool is active.
Highlight the Wall Surface
Move your cursor over the wall surface that you wish to color. The specific face of the wall will highlight, indicating that it is ready to receive the selected paint.
Apply the Color
Click on the highlighted surface to apply the chosen material. The wall will instantly reflect the new color or texture.
Finalizing the Application
Once the color has been applied, exit the Material Browser by clicking the “Done” button. This action returns you to your main workspace while preserving the applied changes.
How to Change Exterior Wall Colors
For exterior walls, the process remains the same as for interior ones. However, ensure that you have the correct exterior material selected in the Material Browser to achieve the desired look. Repeat the steps listed above to highlight and paint the exterior walls.
Techniques for Creating Different Wall Colors
Making Walls Grey
To create a grey appearance for walls, access the Visibility/Graphics settings by pressing the shortcut “VG.” Scroll to the wall category, and select the “Cut Pattern” option. From here, you can set a dark grey or black color as desired.
Matching Paint for Uniformity
To maintain consistency across your design, utilize the “Match Type Properties” tool from the Modify tab. Select an element with the characteristics you wish to replicate, then click on the elements that need adjustment.
Additional Color Application Techniques
Adding Color to Floor Plans
To apply a color scheme to floor plans, right-click on the desired view in the Project Browser, select “Properties,” and navigate to the “Color Scheme” cell in the Properties palette. Choose your preferred color scheme from the Edit Color Scheme dialog.
Coloring Area Plans
For area plans, open the Edit Color Schemes dialog, select the color scheme you want to edit, and place color fill legends in the drawing area to illustrate the applied color scheme.
Changing Brick Color
To update the color of bricks, select the brick surface, navigate to the Fill Patterns dialog, and choose your desired pattern and color options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use custom colors in Revit?
Yes, you can create custom colors in Revit. In the Material Browser, you can add new materials and specify your desired colors.
How do I remove paint from a wall?
To remove paint from a wall, select the painted wall, navigate to the Modify tab, and find the Revert option to remove the paint or apply a different material instead.
Is it possible to color walls in 3D view?
Absolutely. You can color walls in the 3D view just like in the floor plan or elevation views. Simply select the wall and follow the coloring steps outlined earlier.
