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A match of Dunn Edwards DE5061 Cupid's Arrow is a warm, medium-deep pink-red with a clear rosy cast. It reads more saturated than a muted rose and less outright red than a true signal red, with enough depth to feel substantial on small parts and details.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be used on spray-friendly items such as vent covers, switch plates, shelf brackets, picture frames, speaker grilles, mailbox parts, railings, knobs, and small furniture accents. It is a practical choice when a repeatable pink-red tone is needed on metal, plastic, wood, or previously coated accessories after proper surface preparation.
Because this color is fairly vivid, coverage may take more than one coat, especially over darker or uneven substrates. Finish, substrate texture, and film build can change how rosy or red the color reads, and application marks or sheen differences can be more noticeable on glossy or highly visible parts. For exterior pieces, stronger color may also show wear sooner than a quieter neutral, so preparation and coating consistency matter.
Similar colors:
DE 842 U2 Cranberry Cream
DE 801 U2 Bolero Rose
DE5047 Love Letter
Dunn-Edwards has been the leading paint manufacturer in the Southwestern United States since 1925. They are committed to providing the superior products and services that their customers have come to expect. Their mission has always been to provide the best performing paint, in an environmentally sound manner to protect the health and well-being of their customers.
MyPerfectColor is able match all of the Dunn Edwards paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Dunn Edwards color by matching the original Dunn Edwards color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Dunn Edwards paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Dunn Edwards Color and may not match Dunn Edwards Color standards. Refer to Dunn Edwards Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Dunn Edwards 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.
Coverage 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, while other MyPerfectColor paints typically cover about 400 to 600 square feet.
For DE5061 Cupid's Arrow, plan conservatively if the surface is rough, porous, dark, or needs multiple coats. If you are coating a small item like trim pieces, vents, hardware, or a removable part, the right quantity is often driven more by the number of coats than by square footage alone.
Before ordering a match of DE5061 Cupid's Arrow, confirm the brand color reference, the MyPerfectColor product type, the sheen, and the quantity you need. The code identifies the color target, but it does not tell you the finish, the paint line, or how the color will look on your specific surface.
Custom-made color matches are not returnable or refundable, so it is important to choose the right DE5061 Cupid's Arrow product the first time. If you are matching a part that must coordinate with an existing item, double-check the application and finish before placing the order.
Use light, even coats and keep the can moving to avoid heavy build-up. Hold the spray at a consistent distance, overlap each pass slightly, and do not try to cover everything in one wet coat.
With DE5061 Cupid's Arrow, heavy passes can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy-looking color build. Multiple thin coats usually give better control on items like fixtures, grilles, hardware, pipe, or other small parts that are being color matched.
Primer needs depend on the substrate, the condition of the surface, and the paint type you are using. For DE5061 Cupid's Arrow, primer is not always required, but it can help with adhesion and surface uniformity when the material is difficult, uneven, or previously uncoated.
A primer never hurts and can only improve adhesion, but it is not automatically necessary for every project. Check the prep guidance for the specific MyPerfectColor product you are ordering, especially if you are painting plastic, metal, glossy surfaces, or a surface with damage or contrast showing through.
Choose the sheen based on how the item will be used and how much durability or cleanup you need. In general, higher sheen finishes are easier to wipe down and usually show more reflectivity, while lower sheen finishes reduce shine but may not clean as easily.
For DE5061 Cupid's Arrow, the finish also changes how the matched color reads on the finished item. If you are ordering a color match for spray paint or another format, make sure the sheen matches the part you are painting, because gloss level can change the final appearance even when the color formula is the same.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Dunn Edwards DE5061 Cupid's Arrow 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.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Dunn Edwards DE5061 Cupid's Arrow 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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While we can provide Dunn Edwards DE5061 Cupid's Arrow 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.