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This is a dark, muted brown with a warm reddish undertone. With low light reflectance, it reads as earthy and subdued rather than clear or bright, and the brown base carries enough warmth to keep the color from feeling flat.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be used on railings, shutter components, mailbox posts, vent covers, speaker grilles, switch plates, brackets, shelf supports, knobs, hardware, and PVC trim where a dark brown finish is needed on small or irregular parts. It also suits furniture accents, display fixtures, and metal accessories that need a consistent brown coating on spray-friendly surfaces.

Because this is a deep, moderately muted color, it usually covers in a controlled way, but the final result still depends on substrate color, texture, and primer. Dark browns can make sheen changes, scratches, and surface flaws more noticeable on smooth parts, so even prep and film build matter. Lighter or uneven substrates may need additional coats for uniform color.

Similar colors:

SW2167 Canyon Wall
SW1084 Bison
UO16 Brevity Brown

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About Sherwin-Williams

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.

Matching Sherwin-Williams Paint Colors

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Sherwin Williams™ SW2160 Horse Chestnut *

How should I confirm SW2160 Horse Chestnut from Sherwin Williams before ordering a MyPerfectColor match?

The safest way to order SW2160 Horse Chestnut is to confirm it from a physical Sherwin Williams swatch or another known existing color reference, not from a screen image. MyPerfectColor makes its own paint matched to the selected brand color reference, so verifying the target color before you order helps avoid a mismatch. Keep in mind that the code alone does not tell you sheen, product line, or how an aged painted surface will look today.

What kinds of projects work well with SW2160 Horse Chestnut custom spray paint?

SW2160 Horse Chestnut in MyPerfectColor custom spray paint is a practical choice for small or awkward items such as trim details, fixtures, railings, vents, pipes, hardware, accessories, and other parts that are hard to coat evenly with a brush. It is also useful when you want removable or separate parts to coordinate with a known paint color without painting a large surface.

This is MyPerfectColor paint matched to the selected Sherwin Williams color reference, not the original Sherwin Williams paint product.

How much area will SW2160 Horse Chestnut spray paint cover?

Coverage for SW2160 Horse Chestnut depends on the 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, but rough, porous, or highly contrasting surfaces can reduce that.

If you are coating a larger project, plan for extra material rather than assuming one can will cover the same area as a gallon of standard paint. Other MyPerfectColor paint formats generally cover much larger areas than spray paint.

When can I recoat SW2160 Horse Chestnut spray paint, and when is it safe to handle?

With SW2160 Horse Chestnut spray paint, dry to touch, recoat time, and full cure are different stages. Spray paint is usually dry to touch within minutes, should be recoated in about 1 to 2 hours, and is fully cured in about two weeks.

If you handle the part too early, you can mark or disturb the finish even if it feels dry. For best results, wait for the coating to cure before putting the item back into regular use.

Can SW2160 Horse Chestnut spray paint be used on plastic, and do I need primer?

SW2160 Horse Chestnut spray paint can be used on many plastics, but plastics vary widely and some need different prep or primer to hold the coating well. Testing on the actual material is important, especially for smooth or low-energy plastic surfaces.

MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, and using the MyPerfectColor primer can improve adhesion on difficult substrates. If the part is especially slick, flexible, or unfamiliar, a test application is the safest way to confirm performance before painting the full item.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut 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 Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut?
The RGB values for Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut are 116, 88, 77 and the HEX code is #74584D. The LRV for Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut is 11.17. 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 is the Hue Angle and Chroma for Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut?
The Hue Angle for Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut is 47.85 and the chroma is 14.81. 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.
Which paint matching the Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut would be best for interior walls?
MyPerfectColor doesn't sell Sherwin Williams, but it does match the Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut in a wide variety of paint types. The best paint for interior walls is typically a matte or eggshell. Flat paint is most often used for ceilings and semi-gloss paint is used for trim. If it is a commercial or industrial application, you may have other considerations such as chemical resistance. Custom spray paint can be used for in wall speakers, railings, HVAC vents, electrical cabinets and anything else needing a professional spray smooth finish. Contact MyPerfectColor support if you have specific questions about the best paint to use for your project.
How can MyPerfectColor match the Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut 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.

How much area will one spray can cover? And what is Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut spray paint made of?

To make spray paint matched to Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut. 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.

How do I find the same color as the Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut in a different company?

While MyPerfectColor can provide paint matched to the Sherwin Williams SW2160 Horse Chestnut, 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.