Match of Behr™ M500-6 Express Blue *

The color code M500-6 Express Blue identifies the color target, but it does not define the sheen. MyPerfectColor custom-matched paint can be ordered in a finish that fits the item you are coating.

Choose the sheen based on practical needs: lower sheen usually reduces reflectivity, while higher sheen can be easier to wipe clean and may look more reflective on the finished part. If you are coating an item that sits next to an existing painted surface, the gloss level can change how M500-6 Express Blue reads after application. Matching the sheen is often important when the goal is a consistent look across the part.

Yes, MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to M500-6 Express Blue can be used on many plastic items, but plastics vary a lot. Some are easy to coat and others are slick or low-energy surfaces that need more preparation.

Clean the part first, then test the coating on the actual plastic before painting the full item. If the surface is especially smooth or difficult, using the MyPerfectColor primer for acrylic enamel can help improve adhesion. A test application is the safest way to confirm how M500-6 Express Blue will perform on your specific plastic.

Coverage depends on the size of the item, the texture of the surface, the hiding power needed, the application method, and how many coats you plan to apply. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat.

If you are coating a rough, dark, or uneven surface, plan for less coverage per coat and possibly more than one coat to get even color from M500-6 Express Blue. For larger surfaces, measure the area first and add extra product if the part has edges, curves, or absorbent texture that will use more paint.

M500-6 Express Blue in MyPerfectColor custom spray paint is often a practical choice for smaller projects where color coordination matters, such as baskets, frames, shelving, brackets, hardware, or furniture accents.

These kinds of items usually benefit from spray application because it can cover detailed shapes more evenly than brushing. Make sure the surface is clean and ready for paint, and use light coats so the finish builds evenly. This is a better fit for objects you want matched to the selected color reference than for projects where you are trying to preserve the look of an aged surface.

Before applying a match of M500-6 Express Blue over metal or a previously coated surface, clean the item well and remove any rust, grease, loose paint, or contamination. Glossy areas usually need scuffing so the new coating can grip better.

The condition of the old coating can affect how M500-6 Express Blue looks after it dries. Texture, sheen, and wear on the surface can all change the final appearance, even when the color match is correct. If the metal is in poor condition or the old finish is uncertain, test a small hidden area first and use primer when the surface needs extra preparation.

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 M500-6 Express Blue 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.

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Behr M500-6 Express Blue 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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While we can provide Behr M500-6 Express Blue 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.