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A match of Pratt and Lambert 1891 Rosewood is a dark, muted red-brown with warm brown and rose undertones. It reads as subdued rather than bright, with low chroma and a low LRV, so the color sits closer to a deep earthy neutral than a clear red.
That character makes it useful for spray-painted parts where a darker, warmer finish is needed on smaller surfaces and components. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected Pratt and Lambert color can be used on metal brackets, handrails, mailbox posts, vent covers, speaker grilles, shelf supports, hardware, shutter accessories, frames, and furniture trim pieces. It can also work on PVC, baskets, and display parts when you want a consistent deep red-brown across different materials.
Because the color is fairly dark, surface condition and sheen can influence how it reads. Smooth, well-prepared substrates usually show the color more evenly, while scratches, texture, or an uneven undercoat can shift the look toward lighter brown or expose more of the underlying surface. Depending on the material and existing finish, additional coats may be needed for uniform coverage.
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Since its founding in 1849, Pratt & Lambert has stood for quality, leadership and innovation in the paint industry.
MyPerfectColor is able match all of the Pratt & Lambert paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Pratt & Lambert color by matching the original Pratt & Lambert color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Pratt & Lambert paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Pratt & Lambert Color and may not match Pratt & Lambert Color standards. Refer to Pratt & Lambert Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Pratt & Lambert 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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No. The same Pratt and Lambert 1891 Rosewood color reference can read differently after application in matte, satin, or gloss because the finish changes how light reflects off the surface. A higher gloss can make the color look deeper and more reflective, while a flatter finish can make it look softer.
If you are matching a part that will sit next to an existing painted surface, choose the finish carefully because sheen differences can be as noticeable as the color itself.
Use light, even coats and keep the can moving so the Pratt and Lambert 1891 Rosewood match does not build up too heavily in one spot. Hold a consistent distance from the surface, overlap each pass slightly, and avoid heavy wet passes that can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy-looking build.
If the part is small or detailed, test your spray pattern first on scrap or a hidden area so you can confirm coverage and flow before coating the final piece.
Yes, MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to Pratt and Lambert 1891 Rosewood can be used on many plastics, but plastics vary a lot in texture and surface energy. For that reason, it is smart to test the paint on the actual item first.
If you want better adhesion, use the MyPerfectColor primer for acrylic enamel before spraying the finish coat. Careful prep and a test spray matter more on plastic than on a standard painted wall or trim piece.
For metal or a previously coated surface, clean off dirt, grease, and loose material first, then scuff the surface so the MyPerfectColor match to Pratt and Lambert 1891 Rosewood has a better mechanical bond. If there is rust, oxidation, or contamination, address that before painting.
The condition of the old coating can affect the final look. Gloss, texture, and wear in the existing surface can make the new coating read differently even when the color match is correct.
Before ordering, confirm the Pratt and Lambert 1891 Rosewood reference, the MyPerfectColor product type, the sheen, and the quantity you need. Custom-made color matches are made to order, so it is important to choose carefully.
Because these orders are custom made, they are not returnable or refundable. Verifying the exact color reference and format before checkout helps avoid ordering the wrong product for your project.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Pratt and Lambert 1891 Rosewood 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 Pratt and Lambert 1891 Rosewood 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 Pratt and Lambert 1891 Rosewood, 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.