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A match of Dutch Boy DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay is a light, muted yellow-green with a soft earthy cast. It reads warmer than a clean green and less gray than an olive, with enough chroma to stay distinct while still looking restrained.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be used on vents, switch plates, speaker grilles, brackets, shelving, metal frames, shutters, mailboxes, PVC trim pieces, and other small components that need a coordinated finish. It also suits baskets, hardware, furniture accents, and removable accessories where spray application can produce smoother coverage than brushing.
Because this is a lighter color, the surface underneath can affect how it reads. Dark, uneven, or porous substrates may show through more readily, and sheen, film build, and texture can shift the final appearance; careful preparation usually helps the color land closer to the target. MyPerfectColor supplies a match of DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay in its own paint, not the original Dutch Boy product.
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Founded in 1907, Dutch Boy® continues to be an industry leader in delivering innovative and high-quality interior and exterior paint products and is one of the most recognizable brands in the paint market more than 100 years later. The legacy lives on with Dutch Boy Paint. Their colors have inspired DIYers and paint enthusiasts for generations.
MyPerfectColor is able to match all of the Dutch Boy paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Dutch Boy DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay by matching the original Dutch Boy color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Dutch Boy paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Dutch Boy Color and may not match Dutch Boy Color standards. Refer to Dutch Boy Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Dutch Boy DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay. 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 the 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.
Plastics vary a lot, so DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay should be tested on the actual plastic before you commit to the full project. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay can work on many plastics, but adhesion depends on the specific surface, prep, and how slick the part is. For better adhesion, use the MyPerfectColor primer for Acrylic Enamel before painting, especially on hard-to-bond plastics or low-energy surfaces.
A match of Dutch Boy DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay is matched to the selected color reference, but the finished appearance can still change with lighting, sheen, surface texture, and nearby materials. If the part will sit in a bright area or next to an existing painted surface, evaluate the cured coating in the final location before judging the result. The same match can read a little differently on a smooth metal part than on plastic, wood, or another coated surface.
For DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay in spray paint, a typical can covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but real coverage depends on surface size, texture, application method, and how many coats are needed. Rough or porous surfaces usually take more paint than smooth ones, and lighter or less opaque colors may need extra coats for even coverage. If you are coating trim, hardware, vents, or another detailed part, plan for some extra paint so you can finish the job without running short.
A match of Dutch Boy DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay is a practical choice when you need MyPerfectColor custom spray paint on smaller or awkward items such as trim details, fixtures, railings, vents, pipes, hardware, accessories, and removable parts. Spray paint is often easier than brushing when the item has edges, curves, grilles, or hard-to-reach areas. For the best result, make sure the surface is cleaned and prepped correctly, and use primer when the substrate needs extra adhesion help.
The finish you choose for DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay affects both appearance and performance. Higher gloss finishes usually reflect more light and can be easier to clean, while lower gloss finishes reduce reflectivity and can hide some surface irregularity better. Because sheen changes how the color reads, try to match the finish to the item you are painting or to the existing surrounding surface when that matters for the project.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Dutch Boy DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay 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 Dutch Boy DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay 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 Dutch Boy DB258-1 Fresh Mown Hay 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.