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A match of Pratt and Lambert 18-16 Green Classic is a deep, muted green with a noticeable yellow-green undertone. Its low light reflectance gives it a dark, grounded look, while the moderate chroma keeps it from reading as a flat neutral. In spray form, the color usually reads stronger on smooth surfaces and a little softer on textured ones.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be used on shutters, railings, mailboxes, vent covers, switch plates, speaker grilles, brackets, shelving, frames, hardware, and PVC trim pieces. It is a practical choice for smaller architectural parts, removable accessories, and other objects that need to coordinate with an existing 18-16 Green Classic reference without repainting a larger surface.
Because this is a dark color, surface prep and coverage matter. Scratches, patchy primer, and sheen differences can show more readily than they do with lighter colors, and darker substrates may still benefit from even film build for consistent color depth. For exterior parts, finish and exposure can also change how the green undertone reads over time.
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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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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. If you are coating small parts, fixtures, or hardware in Pratt and Lambert 18-16 Green Classic, a single can may be enough for several items, but larger or more textured surfaces usually need more.
If you are ordering a match of Pratt and Lambert 18-16 Green Classic for a full part or panel, plan for extra paint if the substrate is rough, dark, or uneven, since those conditions can reduce coverage and increase the number of coats needed.
Plastics vary a lot, so it is best to test Pratt and Lambert 18-16 Green Classic on the actual part before finishing the full project. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, but adhesion can still change based on the exact plastic type and surface condition.
If the part is a difficult plastic or you want better adhesion, use the MyPerfectColor primer for acrylic enamel before painting. Good cleaning and prep are important because low-energy surfaces can affect how well the coating bonds.
Yes. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Pratt and Lambert 18-16 Green Classic is a practical option for switch covers, knobs, vents, speaker grilles, brackets, trim pieces, and similar items where a smooth sprayed finish is useful.
For small parts, spray application usually gives more even coverage than brushing, but the final result still depends on surface prep, coat count, and how the part is handled during drying. If the item will be visible up close, make sure the substrate is properly cleaned and ready before spraying.
The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor paint product and chemistry, not to the Pratt and Lambert 18-16 Green Classic color name alone. If you need safety information before ordering or using the paint, check the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the specific product type you are buying.
If you are unsure which format you need, confirm whether you are ordering spray paint or another MyPerfectColor product made to match Pratt and Lambert 18-16 Green Classic, since the SDS can differ by product chemistry.
Choose the finish based on how the part will be used and how much reflectivity you want. Gloss level affects durability, cleanup, and how the matched Pratt and Lambert 18-16 Green Classic color reads on the finished item. Higher gloss usually shows more reflection, while lower gloss reduces shine.
If the piece will be handled often or needs a more durable look, a different sheen may make more sense than if you want less visual reflection. If you are not sure which finish fits the project, decide first based on the surface, use, and maintenance needs, then order the MyPerfectColor match of Pratt and Lambert 18-16 Green Classic in that finish.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Pratt and Lambert 18-16 Green Classic 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 18-16 Green Classic 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 18-16 Green Classic, 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.