The Pigment Index
The Michael Harding Pigment Index
One knowledge base connecting every pigment we use to its chemistry, behaviour, swatches, mixing partners, comparable pigments, the palettes that use it, and the colours we make from it. Start anywhere — the index carries you to the answer.
By family
The pigment families
Whites
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Yellows
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Oranges
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Reds
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Violets
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Blues
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Greens
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Browns
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Blacks
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Reference table
All pigments in the oil range
Connected tools
Explore the index
Pigment Finder
Search any Colour Index code or colour name.
Pigment Encyclopaedia
Every pigment behind our colours, A–Z by code.
Colour Compare
Place colours side by side before you choose.
Mixing Studio
Preview how colours combine on the palette.
Find Your Palette
A guided palette matched to how you paint.
Master Palettes
Historical palettes reconstructed in modern oils.
Colour Disclaimer: Colours shown on screen or in print may vary from the actual product. For the most accurate representation of colour, texture and finish, we recommend viewing a physical sample or swatch in person before making your final selection.