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A match of Benjamin Moore OR-422 Confederate Grey reads as a dark, low-chroma gray with a soft warm cast. It is closer to a subdued neutral than a crisp charcoal, with only a slight green-brown undertone and a low LRV that keeps the color visually deep.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be used on small parts and removable pieces where a dark neutral is needed. Common spray-paint uses include vents, switch covers, speaker grilles, brackets, railings, mailboxes, shelving parts, hardware, and other metal or plastic components that need to coordinate as a single painted item.
Because this color is dark, substrate condition and finish will affect the result. Over lighter or uneven surfaces, more than one coat may be needed for even coverage, and gloss levels can change how much the surface texture and repair marks show. As with any custom-matched spray paint, proper prep and test application on the actual material help the final color read consistently.
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Benjamin Moore has set the standard for excellence with their large selection of authentic colors such as the Benjamin Moore OR-422 Confederate Grey.
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For Benjamin Moore OR-422 Confederate Grey, start with a clean, dry surface. Remove dirt, wax, oil, and loose coating, then mask off any areas you do not want painted.
If the surface is glossy or has a sound existing finish, light scuffing can help the coating grab better. Always test the MyPerfectColor match on the actual item before painting the full surface, since texture and prep can change the final result.
Yes, but plastic types vary a lot, so testing on the actual part is important before committing to the full project. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, but adhesion can still depend on the exact material and surface condition.
If the plastic is slick, flexible, or difficult to bond to, use the MyPerfectColor primer for Acrylic Enamel to improve adhesion. For best results, clean the part first and test a small area before painting the whole item.
Confirm Benjamin Moore OR-422 Confederate Grey from a physical swatch, a known existing painted sample, or another trusted brand reference rather than from a screen alone. MyPerfectColor matches to the original brand color standard, so the reference needs to be accurate before you place the order.
If you are matching an existing surface, keep in mind that age, sheen, and substrate can make the nearby paint look different even when the color code is correct.
The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor paint product and chemistry, not to the Benjamin Moore OR-422 Confederate Grey color name by itself. You can find MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets on the Safety Data Sheets page.
If you are choosing between formats, check the SDS for the specific MyPerfectColor product you plan to order, since the documentation belongs to the product format rather than the color reference alone.
Coverage for Benjamin Moore OR-422 Confederate Grey depends on the surface size, texture, hiding power, application method, and how many coats you need. A typical spray paint can covers about 20 square feet with one coat, while other MyPerfectColor paints typically cover about 400 to 600 square feet.
If you are painting a detailed part, a rough surface, or a darker substrate, plan for extra material. Because this is a MyPerfectColor match of the Benjamin Moore color reference, choose the product format you will actually use and size the order from the coverage of that format.
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 OR-422 Confederate Grey 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.
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.
While we can provide Benjamin Moore OR-422 Confederate Grey 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.