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A match of Duron DMV042 Portrait Backdrop reads as a dark, muted blue-gray with a cool cast and a faint green undertone. Its low chroma keeps it subdued rather than bright, and the low LRV means it will read deep and fairly anchored once applied.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color is a practical choice for vents, switch covers, speaker grilles, brackets, railings, mailboxes, shutters, PVC trim pieces, cabinet hardware, and small fixture parts. The quiet, low-saturation look works well on items where you want the painted part to stay visually restrained instead of drawing attention, especially on removable components, metal accessories, and molded plastic pieces that spray cleanly.
Because this is a darker color, surface preparation and film build matter. Uneven substrates, patchy primer, or mixed gloss levels can show through more easily until coverage is complete, and the final appearance can shift with sheen and substrate texture. On light or worn surfaces, plan for consistent application so the deep tone stays even from edge to edge.
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Duron paints have been used at the Pentagon, Walt Disney World and in other famous locations. Duron focused on meeting the needs of professional painters. They were acquired by Sherwin-Williams in 2004.
MyPerfectColor is able to match all of the Duron paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Duron DMV042 Portrait Backdrop by matching the original Duron color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Duron paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of Duron DMV042 Portrait Backdrop and may not match Duron Color standards. Refer to Duron Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Duron 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 the best results by re-coating the entire surface.
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Before you order, confirm the brand color reference, the MyPerfectColor product format, the sheen, and the quantity you need. MyPerfectColor is making a custom match of Duron DMV042 Portrait Backdrop, so the order should be checked against the exact color target you want before purchase.
Because custom-matched colors are made to order, they are not returnable or refundable. If you are coating more than one part or need extra for future use, it is safer to order enough for the full job at the same time.
Finish changes how much light the coating reflects, so the same match of Duron DMV042 Portrait Backdrop can look different in matte, satin, or gloss. The color code identifies the color target, but it does not define the sheen or the way the surface will read after application.
That matters on real parts such as trim, fixtures, vents, hardware, or removable panels because texture and reflectivity can change the visual result. Choose the finish that fits the item and the coating system, not just the color name.
Yes, but plastics vary a lot, so test on the actual plastic part before painting the full item. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, but surface type, mold release, and prior coatings can all change adhesion.
For better adhesion, use the MyPerfectColor primer for Acrylic Enamel and follow proper cleaning and prep. If the part is critical or hard to replace, a small test panel is the safest way to confirm results before committing to the whole project.
Confirm Duron DMV042 Portrait Backdrop from a physical swatch or a known existing color reference, not from screen viewing alone. Displays can shift color, and MyPerfectColor matches to the original brand color standard you select.
If the painted item will sit next to an existing surface, verify the target reference first so you are ordering the correct match of Duron DMV042 Portrait Backdrop. That helps reduce the risk of choosing the wrong color from a digital image or memory alone.
The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor product chemistry, not to the Duron DMV042 Portrait Backdrop color name alone. You can find MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets on the Safety Data Sheets page.
If you need SDS information for a specific product format, check the page for the exact MyPerfectColor item you plan to order.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Duron DMV042 Portrait Backdrop 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 Duron DMV042 Portrait Backdrop 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 Duron DMV042 Portrait Backdrop, 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.