Match of Benjamin Moore™ 2142-50 Gray Mirage *

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A match of Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage reads as a soft, light warm gray with a muted beige-green undertone. It is low in chroma, so the color stays quiet rather than crisp, and the warmth keeps it from feeling icy or stark. With an LRV of 54.55, it sits in a mid-light range that can look a touch deeper on larger pieces and slightly lighter on smooth, reflective parts.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 2142-50 Gray Mirage can be a practical choice for vents, switch plates, outlet covers, speaker grilles, brackets, shelf supports, pipe collars, and other removable hardware. It also works well for baskets, frames, light fixture parts, mailboxes, shutters, and small exterior accessories when you want a subdued, coordinated finish on sprayable surfaces. Because the color is restrained and neutral, it often suits parts that should blend in rather than stand out.

Coverage is usually straightforward for a muted color like this, but the light tone can still show dark substrates, patchiness, or sanding marks if the surface is not prepared evenly. Finish and substrate can shift the look as well: gloss tends to make the warmth and surface texture more noticeable, while matte finishes can make it read a little softer. On smaller pieces or adjacent touch areas, differences in aging or sheen may be more visible than the color itself.

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About Benjamin Moore Paints

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Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Benjamin Moore™ 2142-50 Gray Mirage *

How much 2142-50 Gray Mirage spray paint should I order for my project?

For 2142-50 Gray Mirage, plan around the surface size, texture, hiding power, spray method, and how many coats the part will need. A typical can of MyPerfectColor custom spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but rough, porous, or dark surfaces can use more.

If you expect more than one coat or the item has a lot of edges and cutouts, order extra so you do not run short. Other MyPerfectColor specialty paint formats often cover about 400 to 600 square feet per gallon, depending on the product and application.

What should I confirm before ordering 2142-50 Gray Mirage from MyPerfectColor?

Before you order 2142-50 Gray Mirage, confirm the Benjamin Moore color reference, the MyPerfectColor product format, the sheen, and the quantity. MyPerfectColor is making its own custom-matched paint to match the selected color reference, not selling Benjamin Moore's original paint.

Because these matches are custom made, they are not returnable or refundable. For Benjamin Moore colors, MyPerfectColor offers the match in spray paint and other specialty formats, not Benjamin Moore's original product line.

What kinds of projects work well with 2142-50 Gray Mirage custom spray paint?

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 2142-50 Gray Mirage is useful when the item is small, awkward, or easier to spray than to brush. It is often a practical choice for trim details, fixtures, railings, vents, pipes, hardware, accessories, and similar parts that are difficult to coat evenly by hand.

If the item has many edges, openings, or hard-to-reach areas, spray application can help you apply the color more consistently. Make sure the surface is cleaned and prepped for the material you are coating before you order the finish and quantity.

Can I use 2142-50 Gray Mirage on plastic parts, and what prep should I use?

A match of Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage can be used on many plastic parts, but plastics vary a lot, so test on the actual item before committing to the full project. Clean the surface well and check whether the plastic has a slick or low-energy finish, because that can affect adhesion and how the match lays down.

MyPerfectColor spray paint tends to stick well to most plastics, but using the MyPerfectColor primer for Acrylic Enamel can improve adhesion on difficult surfaces. If the plastic type is unknown, a small test area is the safest way to confirm prep before painting the final part.

Why does 2142-50 Gray Mirage look different after I apply it?

After you apply a match of 2142-50 Gray Mirage, the finished item can still look different depending on lighting, sheen, surrounding surfaces, and the substrate underneath. That is normal for a custom color match and does not mean the reference color was wrong.

If the part will sit near an existing painted surface, plan for those viewing conditions before you order. The most important steps are to confirm the correct Benjamin Moore reference and choose the MyPerfectColor product format and sheen that fit the project.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage?

All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage 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 Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage?

The RGB values for Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage are 201, 195, 176 and the HEX code is #C9C3B0. The LRV for Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage is 54.55. 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 spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage made of? And how much area will one can cover?

MyPerfectColor spray paint is a fast-drying durable acrylic enamel coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage 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 can 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.

Is Benjamin Moore Paint used to make Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage?

No, MyPerfectColor uses a combination of proprietary ingredients to make interior and exterior housepaints, its own line of custom spray paint, and other acrylic enamel based products.

Can I buy Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage locally?

You would have to ask around locally. MyPerfectColor can make and ship the Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage in a variety of paint types, but we are not able to comment on what other suppliers can provide. MyPerfectColor is not just working off a formula in a database - we compare every batch against the original color to verify the color accuracy. MyPerfectColor has extensive color matching capabilities and more than ten times the number of pigments available to a typical paint store.

How do I convert Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Benjamin Moore 2142-50 Gray Mirage 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.