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Match of Benjamin Moore™ HC-18 Adams Gold *
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A match of Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold is a light, muted gold-beige with a warm yellow base and a restrained earthy cast. It reads soft rather than bright, with enough warmth to suggest gold and enough beige-gray influence to keep the color from looking sharp or overly saturated.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to HC-18 Adams Gold can be useful on vents, switch plates, speaker grilles, cabinet knobs, picture frames, shelving brackets, railings, mailboxes, shutters, and PVC trim pieces where a warm neutral gold needs to carry across small sprayed parts. It also works well for baskets, furniture accents, hardware, and fixture covers when the goal is a consistent finish on a part that is easier to spray than to brush.
Because this is a lighter, moderately muted color, it may show dark substrate contrast or patchiness more readily than deeper shades, especially on uneven plastic, bare metal, or older coatings. Good surface prep and an even base coat can help the color read more consistently, and the final appearance can shift with sheen, film build, and surface texture.
For Benjamin Moore references, MyPerfectColor supplies its own matched paint in non-housepaint specialty formats, including spray paint, rather than the original Benjamin Moore product. That makes it a practical option for repeatable color on removable parts, hardware, and other sprayed items that need to coordinate with a known brand color reference.
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About Benjamin Moore Paints
Benjamin Moore has set the standard for excellence with their large selection of authentic colors such as the Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Benjamin Moore™ HC-18 Adams Gold *
Do I need primer before ordering MyPerfectColor match of Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold?
Primer depends on the substrate, its condition, and the paint format you are using. For a MyPerfectColor match of Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold, a primer is not always required, but it can improve adhesion and color consistency, especially on bare, porous, slick, or previously repaired surfaces.
If you are matching HC-18 Adams Gold on a new part or a difficult surface, check the prep guidance for the specific product you plan to order. A primer usually does not hurt, but the right prep steps matter more than the color reference itself.
Can MyPerfectColor match of Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold be used on plastic surfaces?
Plastic surfaces vary a lot, so a MyPerfectColor match of Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold should be tested on the actual material before a full project. Some plastics accept coating well, while others are low-energy surfaces that need better prep or a specialty primer.
MyPerfectColor spray paint often sticks well to many plastics, and using the MyPerfectColor primer for Acrylic Enamel can improve adhesion. If the part is important, smooth, flexible, or unknown plastic, test the exact substrate first so you can confirm adhesion and appearance before committing to the whole item.
Where can I find the SDS for MyPerfectColor match of Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold?
The Safety Data Sheet is tied to the MyPerfectColor paint product and chemistry, not to the color name HC-18 Adams Gold by itself. If you are ordering a MyPerfectColor match of Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold, look up the SDS for the specific product format you selected.
MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets are available on the company's Safety Data Sheets page. That is the correct place to verify handling, safety, and compliance details for the exact paint product you are buying.
Is MyPerfectColor match of Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold suitable for baskets, frames, or other small project items?
Yes. A MyPerfectColor match of Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold is a practical choice for baskets, frames, shelving, brackets, knobs, hardware, furniture accents, and similar items where spray application is easier than brushing.
This type of project is usually about coordinating a small object to a known color reference, not matching a large wall or aged finish. If the item has mixed materials or tight details, make sure the surface is cleaned and prepared well before spraying so the HC-18 Adams Gold match can bond and cover evenly.
How much MyPerfectColor match of Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold do I need for my project?
Coverage depends on the surface size, texture, porosity, application method, and how many coats are needed. For spray paint, a typical can covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but rough, porous, or heavily contrasting surfaces can use more.
If you are buying a MyPerfectColor match of Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold for a larger item or several parts, plan for extra material so you do not run short mid-project. For other paint formats, coverage is often in the 400 to 600 square foot range, but the exact result still depends on the surface and film build.
How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold?
The RGB values for Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold are 221, 198, 155 and the HEX code is #DDC69B. The LRV for Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold is 57.88. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What is spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold made of? And how much area will one can cover?
MyPerfectColor spray paint is a fast-drying durable acrylic enamel coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.
The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray can will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.
Is Benjamin Moore Paint used to make Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold?
No, MyPerfectColor uses a combination of proprietary ingredients to make interior and exterior housepaints, its own line of custom spray paint, and other acrylic enamel based products.
Can I buy Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold locally?
You would have to ask around locally. MyPerfectColor can make and ship the Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold in a variety of paint types, but we are not able to comment on what other suppliers can provide. MyPerfectColor is not just working off a formula in a database - we compare every batch against the original color to verify the color accuracy. MyPerfectColor has extensive color matching capabilities and more than ten times the number of pigments available to a typical paint store.
How do I convert Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold to a different color from another paint company?
While we can provide Benjamin Moore HC-18 Adams Gold 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.
Color details
RGB: 221 198 155
HEX: #DDC69B
LRV: 57.88%
Color properties
Color Type:
Standard
Hide:
Standard
Match Source:
Brochure/swatch book
Match Type:
Physical match
Textured:
No
Source on hand:
Yes
Color Category:
Paint
