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A match of Sherwin Williams SW2832 Colonial Revival Gray is a light, muted gray with a very slight cool-green bias. Its low chroma keeps the color restrained, while the midrange lightness gives it enough presence to read clearly on finished parts without looking stark.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to SW2832 Colonial Revival Gray can be used on vents, switch plates, speaker grilles, railings, brackets, mailbox parts, PVC, shelf supports, and hardware where a quiet gray finish is needed on small or awkward pieces. It is also practical for fabricated accessories, trim components, and removable fixtures that need a consistent match across metal, plastic, or previously coated surfaces.
Because the color is so low in chroma, it usually covers in a steady, even way compared with stronger colors, but substrate color and surface texture can still affect the final read. Gloss level and film build can make the faint cool undertone feel more or less noticeable, and dark or uneven surfaces may still need proper prep and primer for clean results.
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The SHERWIN-WILLIAMS COMPANY was founded by Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams in 1866. Today, the company is a global leader in the development, manufacture and sale of coatings and related products.
MyPerfectColor matches all of the Sherwin-Williams paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Sherwin-Williams color by matching the original Sherwin-Williams color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Sherwin-Williams paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Sherwin-Williams Color and may not match Sherwin-Williams Color standards. Refer to Sherwin-Williams Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Sherwin-Williams 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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Use MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to SW2832 Colonial Revival Gray in several light, even coats instead of one heavy coat. Keep the can moving, hold a consistent distance, and overlap each pass slightly so the color builds evenly. Heavy passes can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy-looking build. Follow the product dry-time directions between coats so each layer can set properly before the next one.
Yes, but surface condition matters. For SW2832 Colonial Revival Gray, clean off dirt, oil, wax, and other contamination first. Remove rust and loose material, then scuff glossy or hard existing coatings so the new paint can grip. The final appearance can change based on the old coating's gloss, texture, and condition, so a test application is smart when the item will sit beside other finished parts.
Coverage for SW2832 Colonial Revival Gray depends on surface size, 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. If you are ordering another MyPerfectColor format, many paints cover about 400 to 600 square feet per gallon, but rough or porous surfaces may use more. Plan extra if the substrate is dark, uneven, or likely to need more than one coat.
Yes. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to SW2832 Colonial Revival Gray is often used on switch covers, vents, speaker grilles, knobs, brackets, trim pieces, and other small parts where a sprayed finish is practical. Make sure the item can be painted, clean it well, and use light coats so the finish does not fill in detail or create drips on small profiles.
Yes. The same SW2832 Colonial Revival Gray color reference can look different in matte, satin, or gloss because the finish changes how light reflects off the surface. A higher-gloss finish can make the color read deeper or clearer, while a flatter finish can look softer. If you are matching an existing piece, try to keep the same finish or test first because sheen differences can change the final appearance even when the color match is correct.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams SW2832 Colonial Revival Gray 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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To make spray paint matched to Sherwin Williams SW2832 Colonial Revival Gray. MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint 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 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge how much spray you'll need as it is highly dependent on how it is applied. It is better to have too much than run short.
While MyPerfectColor can provide paint matched to the Sherwin Williams SW2832 Colonial Revival Gray, 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.