Shallow wells keep paint accessible without wasting it on deep containers you'll never fully use. These round aluminum trays devote most of their real estate to a generous center mixing area, with 3/8-inch deep wells arranged around the perimeter to hold colors within easy reach. The metal construction cleans effortlessly, dried acrylic peels away, oil paint wipes clean with solvent, and watercolor rinses without staining.

Stanrite manufactures these trays in two practical sizes: the 10-well version measures 7 7/16 inches across for studio work with extended palettes, while the compact 6-well tray at 5 5/16 inches diameter fits perfectly in portable setups. Aluminum's durability means these trays survive decades of studio use without warping, cracking, or degrading. The round format keeps everything equidistant from your mixing zone, eliminating the awkward reaches that rectangular palettes create. Whether you're mixing subtle color transitions or testing bold combinations, these trays provide the workspace and well capacity that practical color work requires.