BSI Frequently Asked Questions

This is the explanation from the publisher - BS 381C:1996 - Specification for colours for identification, coding and special purposes BS 4800:1989 - Schedule of paint colours for building purposes (100 colours) BS 5252:1976 - Framework for colour co-ordination for building purposes.

An example of a BS 381 colour is; BS381 220 Olive green.

An example of a BS4800 colour is; 08 C 37 Caramel / Bracken.

An example of a BS 5252 colour is; 16 C 37 Reef green.