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Carlisle Brown is a muted medium brown with a warm yellow-gold undertone. It reads earthy rather than sharp, with enough depth to feel grounded without pushing into a very dark brown. The color has a soft, slightly rustic character and a moderate chroma level, so it stays restrained rather than looking bright or reddish.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be used on metal, plastic, wood, and other paintable parts where a coordinated brown is needed. It is a practical choice for railings, brackets, shelving supports, mailboxes, vent covers, speaker grilles, switch plates, PVC trim pieces, cabinet hardware, and furniture accents. Because it is a controlled, medium-depth brown, it can also work on shutters, downspouts, access panels, and other small exterior components that need to blend with an existing painted finish.

As with most custom-matched colors, finish and substrate can change how Carlisle Brown reads. Smooth or glossy surfaces may make the warm undertone look a little richer and deeper, while textured or porous surfaces can soften the color slightly. Coverage is usually more manageable than with very light or highly saturated colors, but uneven bases, rust, or strong color contrast underneath can still affect the final result and may require proper prep or additional coats.

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About Benjamin Moore Paints

Benjamin Moore has set the standard for excellence with their large selection of authentic colors such as the Benjamin Moore OR-87 Carlisle Brown.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Benjamin Moore™ OR-87 Carlisle Brown *

What projects are a good fit for MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to OR-87 Carlisle Brown?

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to OR-87 Carlisle Brown is especially useful for small parts and awkward items that are easier to spray than brush, such as trim details, fixtures, railings, vents, pipes, hardware, accessories, baskets, frames, and brackets.

It is a practical choice when you want a match of OR-87 Carlisle Brown on a removable or hard-to-brush item and need the color carried onto the whole part, not just a small touch area.

How should I choose a finish for OR-87 Carlisle Brown when ordering MyPerfectColor paint?

Choose the finish based on how the part will be used, not just on the color name. For a match of OR-87 Carlisle Brown, lower sheen finishes usually hide surface marks better and reduce reflections, while higher sheen finishes are easier to wipe clean and can make the color read more reflective.

If the item will be handled often, mounted outdoors, or cleaned frequently, a more durable and easier-to-clean finish may be the better order. Keep in mind that sheen changes how OR-87 Carlisle Brown looks after application, even when the color match itself is correct.

Where can I find the SDS for MyPerfectColor OR-87 Carlisle Brown?

MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets are tied to the specific MyPerfectColor product and chemistry, not to the Benjamin Moore color name alone. For OR-87 Carlisle Brown, check the Safety Data Sheets page for the product you are ordering.

MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets can be found here: https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm

What should I confirm before ordering MyPerfectColor paint matched to OR-87 Carlisle Brown?

Before ordering a custom match of OR-87 Carlisle Brown, confirm the color reference, the MyPerfectColor product type, the finish, and the quantity. That helps avoid ordering the wrong version for your project.

Custom-made color orders are not returnable or refundable, so it is important to review the details carefully before checkout. If you need a specific format for a part, fixture, or accessory, make sure the order matches the item you plan to paint.

Why can OR-87 Carlisle Brown look different after I apply a MyPerfectColor match?

Even when the color match is correct, OR-87 Carlisle Brown can read differently once it is on the finished item because lighting, placement, sheen, texture, and nearby surfaces all affect appearance.

This matters most when the painted part sits next to an existing surface or under strong natural or artificial light. A match of OR-87 Carlisle Brown applied to a vent, pipe, railing, or hardware piece may look different from the same color on a test card because the substrate and surroundings change how your eye sees it.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Benjamin Moore OR-87 Carlisle Brown?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Benjamin Moore OR-87 Carlisle Brown 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 OR-87 Carlisle Brown?
The RGB values for Benjamin Moore OR-87 Carlisle Brown are 170, 135, 105 and the HEX code is #AA8769. The LRV for Benjamin Moore OR-87 Carlisle Brown is 26.76. 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 OR-87 Carlisle Brown 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 OR-87 Carlisle Brown 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 OR-87 Carlisle Brown?

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 OR-87 Carlisle Brown locally?
You would have to ask around locally. MyPerfectColor can make and ship the Benjamin Moore OR-87 Carlisle Brown 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 OR-87 Carlisle Brown to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Benjamin Moore OR-87 Carlisle Brown 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.