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A match of Sherwin Williams SW2837 Aurora Brown reads as a deep, muted brown with a warm red-brown undertone. With an LRV of 7.5, it is a low-light color that looks dark rather than bright, and the moderate chroma keeps it from reading as flat black-brown.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color is practical for smaller parts and removable items that need a warm brown finish. It can be used on metal railings, brackets, mailboxes, vent covers, switch plates, speaker grilles, shelf supports, hardware, PVC, and furniture accents where spray application helps cover edges, corners, and recesses evenly.
Because this is a dark color, surface prep and uniform film build matter. Gloss level, texture, and the color of the substrate can all shift how deep or muted it reads, and darker finishes tend to make scratches, dents, and coating irregularities more noticeable. On lighter parts, additional coats may be needed for even color.
Similar colors:
SW1315 Chutney Brown
HGSW3051 Tavern Oak
SW6062 Rugged Brown
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.
If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.
Confirm SW2837 Aurora Brown from a physical swatch or a known existing color reference from the original brand, not from a screen image alone. MyPerfectColor makes its own paint matched to the selected brand color reference, so the color code helps identify the target, but it does not define sheen, product line, or how an existing painted surface has aged. If the item you are matching is already installed, compare it to the reference you want to reproduce before placing the order.
Use light, even coats and keep the can moving at a steady distance so the paint lands uniformly. Overlap each pass slightly and avoid heavy wet passes, since they can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy color build. For the best result, test the finish on the actual surface first and follow the dry time between coats before adding the next layer.
If you are ordering spray paint, plan on about 20 square feet of coverage per can for one coat, but actual coverage depends on surface size, texture, hiding power, application method, and how many coats you need. Dark, rough, or uneven surfaces usually need more paint than a smooth, already covered part. If your project is larger, consider whether another MyPerfectColor format is a better fit, since other paint formats typically cover about 400 to 600 square feet.
Start by cleaning the surface, removing dust, and degreasing any areas that may have oil, wax, or handling residue. Light scuffing can help when the surface is glossy or already coated, and masking is important when you need clean edges on a small part or fixture. It is also smart to test SW2837 Aurora Brown on the actual surface before doing the full application, since prep needs can vary by material.
Plastics vary a lot, so test SW2837 Aurora Brown on the actual material before committing to the full part. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, but using the MyPerfectColor primer can improve adhesion on difficult or slick surfaces. Clean and degrease the part first, and if the plastic is flexible, unknown, or very smooth, a small test area is the safest way to check adhesion and appearance.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams SW2837 Aurora Brown 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 SW2837 Aurora Brown. 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 SW2837 Aurora Brown, 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.