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A match of Behr M340-7 Classic Avocado is a deep, muted olive green with a brown-gray undertone. It reads as earthy rather than clean or bright, with moderate chroma and a subdued finish character that can shift slightly with sheen and substrate.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be useful on parts where this olive tone needs to be carried across smaller surfaces: vents, switch plates, speaker grilles, metal brackets, shelf supports, mailboxes, railings, shutters, hardware, PVC trim pieces, and furniture accents. It can also be used for maker projects, signage parts, or removable fixtures that need a repeatable color on metal, plastic, wood, or previously coated items after proper preparation.

Because this is a darker, muted color, coverage is often more forgiving than with a bright accent color, but surface texture, gloss, and film build can still change how the green-brown balance reads. On smooth or uneven substrates, prep and coating thickness have a noticeable effect, and outdoor exposure can be harder on darker finishes over time.

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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™ M340-7 Classic Avocado *

Can I order M340-7 Classic Avocado as custom spray paint for vents, pipes, railings, or hardware?

Yes. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to M340-7 Classic Avocado is useful for small or awkward items such as trim details, fixtures, vents, pipes, railings, hardware, and accessories where brushing would be inefficient.

If the part is removable or hard to coat evenly with a brush, spray paint is often the practical choice. Make sure you choose the right product format and sheen for the item you are painting, since the color code by itself does not define those details.

What should I confirm before ordering M340-7 Classic Avocado so I do not choose the wrong custom paint?

Confirm the brand color reference, the MyPerfectColor product type, the sheen, and the quantity before you place the order. A match of Behr M340-7 Classic Avocado is a color reference, not a complete specification for the finished paint.

MyPerfectColor makes its own paint matched to M340-7 Classic Avocado, so you want to be sure the format you select fits the project and the surface you plan to paint.

How much area will M340-7 Classic Avocado cover in spray paint, and how should I estimate quantity?

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 painting a rough, porous, or dark surface, plan for additional material. For larger projects, keep in mind that other MyPerfectColor paints typically cover between 400 and 600 square feet per gallon, but spray paint is much lower in coverage per can.

How long does M340-7 Classic Avocado spray paint take to dry, recoat, and fully cure?

For MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to M340-7 Classic Avocado, dry-to-touch time is usually within minutes. Recoat timing is typically one to two hours.

Full cure takes longer, about two weeks. That means the surface may be ready to handle before it has reached its final cured condition, so plan use and assembly accordingly.

Do I need primer before applying M340-7 Classic Avocado to metal, plastic, or other surfaces?

Primer needs depend on the substrate, its condition, and the paint type you are using. Check the prep guidance for the selected MyPerfectColor product before ordering or applying M340-7 Classic Avocado.

As a rule of thumb, primer never hurts and can improve adhesion, but it is not always required. On unfamiliar or difficult surfaces, a primer can reduce risk and help the coating perform better.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Behr M340-7 Classic Avocado?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Behr M340-7 Classic Avocado 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 M340-7 Classic Avocado?
The RGB values for Behr M340-7 Classic Avocado are 108, 110, 66 and the HEX code is #6C6E42. The LRV for Behr M340-7 Classic Avocado is 14.81. 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 M340-7 Classic Avocado? 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 M340-7 Classic Avocado 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 M340-7 Classic Avocado?
The Hue Angle for Behr M340-7 Classic Avocado is 108.5 and the chroma is 25.54. 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 M340-7 Classic Avocado need primer?
MyPerfectColor doesn't sell Behr paint, but it does match the Behr M340-7 Classic Avocado 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 M340-7 Classic Avocado?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Behr M340-7 Classic Avocado 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 do I convert Behr M340-7 Classic Avocado to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Behr M340-7 Classic Avocado 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.