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A match of Ralph Lauren VM148 Chateau reads as a very dark, muted blue-gray with a cool cast and a subtle violet undertone. With a low LRV, it stays deep rather than bright, and the color can shift from blue-leaning gray to softer charcoal depending on light, sheen, and substrate.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be useful on vents, switch covers, speaker grilles, brackets, railings, mailboxes, shutters, hardware, access panels, and other small parts where a dark coordinated finish is needed. It also suits removable fixtures, trim pieces, and furniture accents that spray cleanly and need repeatable color on metal, plastic, wood, or previously coated surfaces.
Because this is a deep color, surface prep and film build matter. Dark tones can make sanding marks, texture changes, and sheen differences more noticeable, especially on uneven or glossy substrates. On darker or patchy bases, additional coats may be needed for uniform coverage and a consistent read across the part.
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MyPerfectColor matches all Ralph Lauren colors in spray paint, touch-up paint, pints, gallons, and more.
For many years, Ralph Lauren offered paint and color collections through partnerships with paint manufacturers and sold these through various home centers. A few years ago, Ralph Lauren decided to stop selling paint and as a result, it is no longer available to purchase, and thus for many people, these are simply discontinued paint colors.
But you are not out of luck. You can find Ralph Lauren VM148 Chateau at MyPerfectColor, of course! MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Ralph Lauren color by matching the original Ralph Lauren color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor does not use Ralph Lauren paint as it is no longer available. MyPerfectColor matches Ralph Lauren VM148 Chateau based on Ralph Lauren's color publications. The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Ralph Lauren Color and may not match Ralph Lauren Color standards. Refer to Ralph Lauren Publications to obtain the accurate color.
Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Ralph Lauren VM148 Chateau. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for many years, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve the best results by recoating the entire surface.
MyPerfectColor does not offer matches of any Ralph Lauren Specialty Finishes such as the Suede, River Rock, or Metallic finishes.
If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.
Before you order VM148 Chateau, confirm the brand color reference, the MyPerfectColor product format, the sheen, and the quantity you need. Custom-made color matches are made to your selected reference and are not returnable or refundable, so it is important to choose carefully.
MyPerfectColor supplies its own paint matched to VM148 Chateau by Ralph Lauren, not the original Ralph Lauren paint product. If you are matching a specific part or project, verify the target color first so you do not order the wrong finish or format.
Confirm VM148 Chateau from a physical swatch, a known existing color sample, or the original brand color reference instead of relying on how it looks on a screen. Displays can shift the way the color appears, so on-screen review alone can lead to the wrong order.
MyPerfectColor matches the selected brand color reference, so the key step is making sure VM148 Chateau is the exact target you want before you place the order.
The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor product chemistry, not the VM148 Chateau color name by itself. To get the correct safety information, check the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the specific product format you plan to order.
If you are choosing between spray paint and another MyPerfectColor format, make sure the SDS matches the product you are actually buying.
For VM148 Chateau, start by cleaning the surface, removing grease and contaminants, and letting it dry fully. Light scuffing can help on suitable surfaces, and masking protects areas you do not want painted.
Because VM148 Chateau is a very dark color with an LRV of 3.92, uneven substrate color or poor prep can show through more easily. A test application on the actual surface is a practical way to confirm adhesion and appearance before doing the full project.
Yes. MyPerfectColor can supply a match of VM148 Chateau in custom spray paint for baskets, frames, hardware, decor pieces, shelving, and other small objects where spray application is practical.
Spray paint is often the right choice when the item is removable or when you want a part to coordinate with a known color reference. For a deep color like VM148 Chateau, coverage may take more than one coat on a high-contrast surface.
MyPerfectColor has hundreds of color books in its archive, including the original Ralph Lauren paint color books. The color Ralph Lauren VM148 Chateau you are looking for is in our library. We are able to make paint and verify that it matches the original.
Please note that if you are trying to touch up, the paint on your wall now is likely different than it was when first painted. MyPerfectColor will be sending the original color which may no longer match your walls. Learn more about color matching accuracy and our color matching service.
While we can provide Ralph Lauren VM148 Chateau in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.
However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.
Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.