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New to Paint by Numbers

No art class, no talent required, no pressure. Everything a first-time painter needs to know, in about five minutes of reading.
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Your first painting is easier than you think

A paint by numbers kit is a canvas printed with faint outlines, and a small number inside every shape. Each number has its own pot of paint. Fill in the shapes, and a picture appears - no drawing, no color mixing, no guesswork.

That is the whole idea. People who swear they cannot draw finish their first canvas over a couple of evenings and hang it on the wall. The hardest part is choosing which design to start with.

if you can color inside the lines, you can do this

A Davincified kit laid out on a table: the box, a printed canvas of a puppy, a tray of numbered paint pots and three brushes

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What is Paint by Numbers?

Paint by numbers is a relaxing and creative activity where you fill in pre-numbered sections on a canvas with corresponding colors. It's like a coloring book, but for adults – and the result is a stunning piece of art you can proudly display!

Each kit includes everything you need: a high-quality canvas, a set of acrylic paints, and brushes. Simply match the numbers on the canvas to the numbered paint pots, and watch your masterpiece come to life.

Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced artist, paint by numbers offers a therapeutic way to unwind, reduce stress, and create beautiful artwork without any prior experience.

Step by step

How to Paint

Six small steps from box to wall. None of them take skill - just a table, an hour, and somewhere to put your tea.

  1. Unroll the canvas and leave it flat for an hour so the last creases relax
  2. Find the number on the canvas that matches your paint pot
  3. Dip your brush in the matching paint color
  4. Fill in the numbered area carefully
  5. Let each section dry before moving to adjacent areas
  6. Touch up any thin patches once everything is dry, then hang it somewhere you will see it every day
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Tap a shape to fill it with its color, or tap a pot to find its number.

A first kit usually takes 8-12 hours. There is no clock on it - sealed paint pots keep for weeks between sessions.

What's Included

Every kit comes complete with everything you need:

  • High-quality canvas with numbered sections
  • Acrylic paint pots (enough for your entire painting)
  • Set of brushes in various sizes
  • A printed reference image, color chart and instructions

You may want to have a cup of water and paper towels handy for rinsing and drying brushes.

Close-up of the linen-blend canvas, showing its fine woven texture
Overhead view of numbered acrylic paint pots arranged by color
Three Davincified brushes in different sizes, fanned out on a surface

Choosing your canvas

Every design comes in three forms. They hold the same painting - the difference is how much framing you want to do once you are finished.

  • Rolled canvas

    Rolled Canvas

    A flexible canvas that arrives safely in a tube to prevent wrinkles. Best if you plan to frame it yourself or take it to a professional framer.

  • Easy assembly kit

    Easy Assembly Kit

    Includes a rolled canvas, wooden frame pieces, and a step-by-step guide. Quick 5-minute setup lets you easily stretch the canvas at home.

  • Pre-assembled canvas

    Pre-Assembled Canvas

    Already stretched on a wooden frame and ready to hang. Perfect for anyone who wants a convenient, ready-to-paint option.

Size matters more than you would guess. A bigger canvas means bigger shapes, and bigger shapes are easier to paint. If you are torn between two sizes, take the larger one.

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A few things first-timers are glad they knew

Before You Start

  • Set up in a well-lit area
  • Keep your paints closed when not in use
  • Start with larger areas and work to smaller ones

Nice Tips

  • Work from top to bottom to avoid smudging
  • Use thin layers of paint for best results
  • Clean brushes thoroughly between colors
  • Take breaks to let areas dry completely

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Every kit includes a pre-printed canvas with numbered sections, high-opacity acrylic paint pots matched to those numbers, three wooden-handle brushes in different sizes, and a printed reference image with instructions. The only extras worth grabbing are a cup of water for rinsing brushes and a paper towel for drying them. Most customers paint straight out of the box.

We'll send you replacement paint free of charge. Just email hello@davincified.com with your order number and the color number you're missing. Every kit includes more paint than the design requires, and our high-opacity formula covers the numbers in a single coat, so running out is rare. Replacements are matched to your kit, so the finished painting stays consistent.

Yes. Paint by numbers was made for people with zero experience: match each numbered paint pot to the numbered sections on the canvas and fill them in, one color at a time. If you've painted over a section and forgot its number, the included reference map shows what's underneath. And if you already paint, you'll find plenty of detailed designs to dive into as well. Every kit is covered by a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Three things: materials, technology, and the guarantee behind them. You get a wrinkle-free linen-blend canvas that's individually primed, high-opacity paints that cover the numbers in one coat, and quality brushes. Custom kits use our Smart Sectioning algorithm, and the Color Preview shows exactly how your finished kit will look before you order. Everything ships in a protective tube and is backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Most orders arrive within 1-2 weeks, depending on your country. As soon as your order ships you'll get an email with a tracking number, and you can follow it any time on our Track Order page. We ship to 100+ countries, and the delivery estimate for your country is shown right on the product page.

Plan for 8-12 hours on a simpler design with around 24 colors, and 20+ hours for detailed 36- or 48-color designs. Most people spread that across a week or two of relaxed evening sessions. There's no rush: sealed paint pots keep well between sessions. Painting toward a gift date? Pick a lower color count.

Ready to start your first one?

Pick a design you would be happy to look at every day, or send us a photo and we will turn it into a kit that exists only for you.

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