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A match of Coronado Paints U 16-1 Dusty Miller is a very light, low-chroma green-gray with a cool cast. It reads more like a softened pale green than a clear mint, with enough gray to keep the color subdued and slightly cloudy.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be useful on vents, switch plates, return grilles, PVC trim pieces, mailbox hardware, shelf brackets, wire baskets, frames, lamp parts, and railing details. Its quiet, pale character fits small architectural and accessory parts where a light coordinated finish is needed without a strong color statement.
Because this is a very light color, coverage can show substrate contrast more easily over dark, stained, or uneven surfaces, so surface prep and primer choice matter. Finish also affects the read: a smoother or glossier application can make the green note appear a little clearer, while a flatter finish tends to keep it softer.
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MyPerfectColor is able match all of the Coronado Paints paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Coronado Paints color by matching the original Coronado Paints color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Coronado paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Coronado Paints Color and may not match Coronado Paints Color standards. Refer to Coronado Paints Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Coronado Paints color. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for 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 best results by re-coating the entire surface.
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The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor paint product, not the color name alone. For U 16-1 Dusty Miller, check the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the exact paint or chemistry you are ordering so you are reading the correct safety and handling information.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to U 16-1 Dusty Miller is useful when you need that color on trim details, fixtures, railings, vents, pipes, hardware, accessories, or other small parts that are easier to spray than brush. It is a practical choice for removable items and awkward shapes where even coverage matters more than using a brush.
Primer depends on the substrate, surface condition, and paint type. For U 16-1 Dusty Miller, a primer is not always required, but it usually helps adhesion and can improve results on difficult or uneven surfaces. If you are unsure, follow the prep guidance for the specific MyPerfectColor product you are ordering, since the right prep can differ for metal, plastic, wood, or a previously coated part.
Spray paint matched to U 16-1 Dusty Miller is usually dry to the touch within minutes, ready for a recoat in about 1 to 2 hours, and fully cured in about 2 weeks. Treat those as different stages: dry to touch does not mean the coating is fully hardened or ready for heavy handling.
Choose the sheen based on the finish you need, not just the color. A match of Coronado Paints U 16-1 Dusty Miller will read differently in matte, satin, or gloss because reflectivity changes how the color looks on the finished item. Lower sheens usually reduce shine, while higher sheens are easier to wipe clean and can be a better fit on some projects.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Coronado Paints U 16-1 Dusty Miller in its color archive. This enables us to make paint and verify that it matches the original.
Please note that if your material is not new then the paint may not work for touch up as your material has aged and is likely different than it was when new. Learn more about our color matching accuracy. If you need a touch up application, send us a part and we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.
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MyPerfectColor offers custom spray paint matched to Coronado Paints U 16-1 Dusty Miller which enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish. It is difficult to gauge spray paint coverage because it depends on how you apply it and the amount of overspray, but generally the 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. This paint sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.
While MyPerfectColor can provide paint matched to the Coronado Paints U 16-1 Dusty Miller, we don't provide any crossover information because this is a subjective determination. Every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another company's color collection, so determining which color is the best approximation is a judgement call.
However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Related Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the company 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.