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A match of Behr 5738 Mustard Seed is a warm, earthy yellow-brown with a muted mustard cast. It reads as a medium-depth color rather than a bright yellow, with red and brown undertones that keep it from looking clean or citrus-like.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 5738 Mustard Seed can be used on railings, brackets, switch covers, vent grilles, mailbox parts, shelving hardware, lamp bases, PVC trim pieces, and other small fixtures where a warmer, grounded color is needed. It also works for frames, knobs, sign components, and accessory parts that need a repeatable match to this brand color reference.

Because this color sits in a medium range, the final result can shift with surface texture, sheen, and substrate color. Smooth parts may read a little clearer and lighter, while rough or porous surfaces can make it look slightly duller and browner. On dark or uneven bases, a uniform finish may take more than one coat and good surface prep to reduce show-through.

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About BEHR Paint

BEHR is a dynamic company that actively embraces quality and innovation to bring the paint industry the very best products and services. Their bold entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to integrity and to doing the right thing has been the cornerstone of their success since 1947. BEHR enjoys great brand presence and a reputation for unparalleled quality, innovation, value and performance. People know and love the BEHR brand.

Matching BEHR Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match all of the BEHR paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original BEHR color by matching the original BEHR color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using BEHR paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the BEHR Color and may not match BEHR Color standards. Refer to BEHR Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original BEHR 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 Behr™ 5738 Mustard Seed *

Where can I find the SDS for Behr 5738 Mustard Seed in MyPerfectColor paint?

The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor product and its chemistry, not to the Behr color name alone. For Behr 5738 Mustard Seed, use the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the exact product format you plan to order. If you are ordering spray paint, check the SDS for that spray product rather than assuming the brand color name is enough.

How do I confirm Behr 5738 Mustard Seed before ordering a MyPerfectColor match?

Confirm Behr 5738 Mustard Seed from a physical swatch or a known existing painted reference from the original Behr color, not from a screen image. MyPerfectColor makes a match of Behr 5738 Mustard Seed based on that color reference, so verifying the code and the physical target before you order helps avoid matching the wrong nearby color.

Why might a MyPerfectColor match of Behr 5738 Mustard Seed look different after it is applied?

Even when the color match is correct, the finished item can read differently because of lighting, sheen, texture, placement, and nearby surfaces. A match of Behr 5738 Mustard Seed on a small vent, fixture, or panel may look different than the same color on a large swatch. If the painted part will sit next to an existing surface, expect some visual change from age and surroundings.

Can Behr 5738 Mustard Seed be used on plastic parts?

MyPerfectColor spray paint can work on many plastics, but plastic types vary and some need different prep or primer. For Behr 5738 Mustard Seed, test the paint on the actual plastic first and use the MyPerfectColor primer for acrylic enamel when you want better adhesion on a difficult surface. This is especially important for covers, grilles, housings, and other low-energy parts.

How long does MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to Behr 5738 Mustard Seed take to dry and recoat?

It is dry to the touch within minutes, should usually be recoated in one to two hours, and reaches full cure in about two weeks. Dry to the touch does not mean fully cured, so handle the part carefully between coats and avoid heavy use until the finish has had time to cure.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Behr 5738 Mustard Seed?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Behr 5738 Mustard Seed 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 Behr 5738 Mustard Seed?
The RGB values for Behr 5738 Mustard Seed are 198, 153, 97 and the HEX code is #C69961. The LRV for Behr 5738 Mustard Seed is 35.56. 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 paint type is used to make spray paint matched to Behr 5738 Mustard Seed? And how many spray cans do I need?

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Behr 5738 Mustard Seed 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.

What is the Hue Angle and Chroma for Behr 5738 Mustard Seed?
The Hue Angle for Behr 5738 Mustard Seed is 74.32 and the chroma is 37. 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.
Does Behr paint color Behr 5738 Mustard Seed need primer?
MyPerfectColor doesn't sell Behr paint, but it does match the Behr 5738 Mustard Seed and all the other Behr colors in a wide variety of paint types. The need for primer depends on the specific paint and the substrate being painted. The top quality paints these days tend to be self-priming over most surfaces, while paint at the mid to lower grade quality levels will need a separate primer. Most special situations such as bleeding type woods or difficult to adhere surfaces like plastic will often need a specialty primer. Contact MyPerfectColor support if you have specific questions about the best paint to use for your project and whether you need a primer.
How can MyPerfectColor match the Behr 5738 Mustard Seed?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Behr 5738 Mustard Seed 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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How do I convert Behr 5738 Mustard Seed to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Behr 5738 Mustard Seed 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.