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A match of Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream is a very light cream with a warm yellow-gold undertone. It reads soft rather than bright, with low contrast and a quiet, slightly creamy character instead of a clean white or a saturated yellow.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color reference can be used on small parts and fixtures where a light warm cream is needed on a sprayable surface. It is a practical choice for vents, switch plates, speaker grilles, shelving brackets, railings, mailbox parts, PVC trim pieces, hardware, frames, and furniture accents that need to carry the same color across different materials.

Because this is a very light color, coverage over dark, uneven, or heavily textured substrates may take extra coats to look even. The final appearance can also shift with surface sheen and film build, so a smooth primer and consistent application usually matter more with this kind of pale cream than with deeper colors.

Similar colors:

8288-7 Light Canary
8303-7 Cheers
8252-7 Mango

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Matching Clairtone Paint Colors

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

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Clairtone Color and may not match Clairtone Color standards. Refer to Clairtone Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Clairtone 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 Clairtone™ 8280-7 Gold Cream *

How long should I wait before handling 8280-7 Gold Cream by Clairtone after spraying MyPerfectColor paint?

Dry-to-touch, recoat time, and full cure are different stages. For spray application, 8280-7 Gold Cream by Clairtone is typically dry to touch within minutes, can usually be recoated in 1 to 2 hours, and is fully cured in about two weeks.

Do not treat dry-to-touch as fully ready for hard handling. If your part needs multiple coats, stay within the recoat window and allow the final coat to cure before putting the item back into service.

What prep is needed before spraying 8280-7 Gold Cream by Clairtone over metal or an existing coating?

Clean the surface first so dust, grease, and other contamination do not interfere with adhesion. If the metal is rusty or the old coating is loose, remove the failing material before painting.

For glossy or slick existing coatings, scuffing helps the new coat grip better. Keep in mind that the condition of the old finish, along with its gloss and texture, can change how 8280-7 Gold Cream by Clairtone looks after it is sprayed.

How do I confirm 8280-7 Gold Cream by Clairtone is the right color before I order MyPerfectColor paint?

Confirm the color from a physical swatch or from a known existing color reference tied to the original Clairtone color, not from a screen image alone. Monitors and phones can shift how 8280-7 Gold Cream looks.

MyPerfectColor makes a custom match to the selected brand color reference. Verifying the target color before ordering helps avoid selecting the wrong shade for your project.

Can I use 8280-7 Gold Cream by Clairtone on plastic parts, and do I need primer?

Plastics vary a lot, so it is important to test 8280-7 Gold Cream by Clairtone on the actual material before painting the finished part. Surface prep can make a big difference in adhesion.

MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, but using the MyPerfectColor primer can improve adhesion on difficult or low-energy plastic surfaces. Clean the part first, then test and prime as needed for your specific plastic.

Can 8280-7 Gold Cream by Clairtone be ordered for spray painting small parts like switch covers, vents, or hardware?

Yes. 8280-7 Gold Cream by Clairtone can be ordered as MyPerfectColor custom spray paint for small parts where a smooth sprayed finish is the goal, such as switch covers, knobs, vents, speaker grilles, brackets, and trim pieces.

For these projects, the main decision is whether spray application is practical for the part size and shape. Make sure the item is cleaned and prepared correctly so the matched color has the best chance to apply evenly.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream 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 Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream?
The RGB values for Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream are 250, 230, 184 and the HEX code is #FAE6B8. The LRV for Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream is 80.57. 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 Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream?
The Hue Angle for Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream is 90.69 and the chroma is 25.02. 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 Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream would be best for interior walls?
MyPerfectColor doesn't sell Clairtone, but it does match the Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream 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 Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream 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 many spray cans of the Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream should I get?

MyPerfectColor offers custom spray paint matched to Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream 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.

How do I find the same color as the Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream in a different company?

While MyPerfectColor can provide paint matched to the Clairtone 8280-7 Gold Cream, 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.