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MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Color Guild 8294M Red Dust is a muted warm red-brown with a dusty, earthy cast. It reads as a soft clay tone rather than a clear red, with moderate depth and low chroma.

This makes it useful for spray-painted parts that need a subdued warm finish across mixed materials. It can be applied to railings, mailbox parts, vent covers, switch plates, speaker grilles, shelf brackets, picture frames, cabinet hardware, PVC trim pieces, shutters, and small furniture accents where a coordinated red-brown tone is needed.

Because the color is relatively muted, it often covers more evenly than a bright red, but the lighter warm body can still show substrate contrast if you spray over dark, patchy, or glossy surfaces. Finish and film build matter: flatter coatings keep the dusty look, while glossier coatings tend to deepen the brown-red undertone and make surface texture more noticeable. Proper prep and even coats help the color read consistently on metal, plastic, wood, and previously coated parts.

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About Color Guild Paints

Color Guild is comprised of more than 55 regional paint manufacturers and 8 licensees from 16 different countries and is dedicated to the marketing, promotion and selling of paint products. Challenges related to color are faced by designers, architects and manufacturing industries worldwide. As color experts, Color Guild's job is to help tackle them. Color Guild colorists work tirelessly to predict and present trend colors 12 to 18 months in advance of their entree into the marketplace. These color experts carefully separate the fads from the facts as they identify color trends.

Matching Color Guild Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match all of the Color Guild paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Color Guild color by matching the original Color Guild color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Color Guild paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Color Guild Color and may not match Color Guild Color standards. Refer to Color Guild Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Color Guild 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.

If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Color Guild™ 8294M Red Dust *

Where can I find the SDS for 8294M Red Dust by Color Guild?

The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor paint product and its chemistry, not to the color name alone. For 8294M Red Dust, use the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the specific product you are ordering. If you are buying this color in a different format, check the SDS for that format because the documentation can vary by product type.

Can I use MyPerfectColor paint matched to 8294M Red Dust on plastic?

Yes, but plastic varies a lot, so test on the actual part first. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, but some plastics need better prep or a primer to improve adhesion. For 8294M Red Dust, use the MyPerfectColor primer for acrylic enamel when you want better adhesion on a difficult plastic surface.

If the part is a PVC fitting, cover, grille, or similar item, clean it well and test a small area before painting the full piece.

What spray technique works best for 8294M Red Dust by Color Guild?

For a smoother result, apply 8294M Red Dust in light, even coats instead of one heavy coat. Hold the can at a steady distance, overlap each pass, and keep the motion moving so the finish builds evenly. Heavy passes can cause runs, uneven sheen, and a muddier looking color build.

This matters most on small parts like vents, brackets, hardware, grilles, or trim pieces where spray pattern and film build are easy to see.

How much MyPerfectColor paint do I need for 8294M Red Dust?

Coverage depends on the size of the item, texture, hiding power, application method, and how many coats you need. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but that is only a planning estimate. If the surface is textured, dark, porous, or hard to cover, you may need more product for 8294M Red Dust.

For larger projects, plan extra material if you expect multiple coats or if the part has edges, grooves, or recesses that use more paint than a flat surface.

Which sheen should I choose for 8294M Red Dust from Color Guild?

The sheen you choose affects durability, cleanup, reflectivity, and how 8294M Red Dust looks on the finished item. A higher gloss will make the matched color read differently than a lower sheen, even when the color match itself is correct. Choose the sheen based on the surface, how much wear it will take, and the look you need on the final part.

If the item will sit beside existing painted surfaces, remember that sheen differences can make the color appear more noticeable even when the match is close.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Color Guild 8294M Red Dust?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Color Guild 8294M Red Dust 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 Color Guild 8294M Red Dust?
The RGB values for Color Guild 8294M Red Dust are 0, 0, 0 and the HEX code is #000000. The LRV for Color Guild 8294M Red Dust is 0.01. 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 paint type is used to make spray paint matched to Color Guild 8294M Red Dust? And how many spray cans do I need?

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Color Guild 8294M Red Dust 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 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.

What is the Hue Angle and Chroma for Color Guild 8294M Red Dust?
The Hue Angle for Color Guild 8294M Red Dust is 0.0 and the chroma is 0.0. The Hue Angle represents the position of a color's hue around a color wheel. The Chromacity represents the intensity of a hue. Learn more about browsing colors by hue.
How can MyPerfectColor match the Color Guild 8294M Red Dust?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Color Guild 8294M Red Dust 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.

Learn more about our color matching service.

Do I need a primer for Color Guild 8294M Red Dust?
The need for primer for Color Guild 8294M Red Dust depends on the type of paint, the substrate being painted and where it will be located. See our Primer Selection Table to see what primer you might need and learn more about when you might need a primer. Most people don't use a primer for a touch up paint application, but a primer may improve adhesion and is typically recommended for exterior applications.
How do I convert Color Guild 8294M Red Dust to a different company?

While we can provide Color Guild 8294M Red Dust 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.