StoColor

The New StoColor System 2022

Over 1000 shades - endless possibilities

The new metric StoColor System goes beyond the limits of classic colour systems and delivers a whole host of composition options for architectural and interior design. The basis is a very finely graded colour wheel with 72 colour ranges, 24 natural white nuances, 6 black tones, a series of 48 graduations of greys, and 65 historic colour shades, developed to help you find the perfect colour solution.

The StoColor System is incorporated throughout all Sto paints and render finishes and promises long-term security - thanks to the guaranteed feasibility of Sto products, the focus on sustainability, durability and the highest quality standards.

Light Reflectance Value (LRV)

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) measures the amount of light reflected from a finished surface, measured on a scale for coatings being white approx. 92% and black being approx. 4%.

Exterior Light Reflectance Values (LRV) are used to assess the amount of heat absorbed when the building exterior is exposed to direct sunlight. Dark colours absorb significantly more heat than lighter colours, resulting in more thermal stress on the substrate. In evaluating the effect of the colours LRV, the sunlight exposure, substrate and building elements need to be taken into consideration with your colour consultant.

The Light Reflectance Value is stated for each colour in the StoColor charts. The minimum Light Reflectance Value for each Sto Render Facade System can be found below.