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A match of Kelly Moore KM5244-2 Dirty Blonde is a light warm beige with a soft golden undertone and moderate chroma. It reads as a sandy neutral rather than a clean cream, with enough warmth to feel grounded but not so much saturation that it looks vivid.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be useful on trim parts and small components that need a warmer neutral finish, such as PVC pipe, vent covers, switch plates, speaker grilles, mailboxes, brackets, railings, shelf supports, and furniture accents. It also works well on accessories and fixtures where a beige-toned match helps a part relate to existing painted surfaces without drawing attention to the component itself.
Because this is a lighter color with midrange light reflectance, dark primer, stains, or uneven substrate color can show through more easily than they would under a deeper color. Smooth prep and consistent film build matter, and the final read can shift with sheen, surface texture, and the material being coated. A test pass is useful on unfamiliar plastics or previously coated parts.
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Since 1946, Kelly-Moore Paints has provided quality, innovative products, and exceptional service at a fair value. Kelly-Moore’s more than 1,700 new colors present endless color combinations.
MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Kelly Moore color by matching the original Kelly Moore color books and swatches.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Kelly Moore Color and may not match Kelly Moore Color standards. Refer to Kelly Moore Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Kelly Moore 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.
Use light, even coats and keep the spray moving so you do not build too much paint in one pass. A heavy coat can cause runs, a muddy-looking finish, or uneven sheen. For KM5244-2 Dirty Blonde, overlapping passes and steady distance matter because the final look can change if the film build is inconsistent.
If the part is small or awkward, spray application is usually best when you can coat it from several angles with thin layers instead of trying to cover it all at once. Follow the dry-time instructions for the product you order before adding the next coat.
Clean the surface first so oil, dust, wax, and other contamination do not interfere with adhesion. On metal, scuffing the surface helps the MyPerfectColor match of KM5244-2 Dirty Blonde grip better. If there is rust, loose paint, or a failing old coating, remove or stabilize it before painting.
The condition of the old coating matters because gloss, texture, and wear can change how KM5244-2 Dirty Blonde looks after it dries. A sound, properly prepared surface gives you a more predictable result than painting over damaged or glossy layers without prep.
Choose the sheen based on how the part will be used, how durable it needs to be, and how much reflectivity you want. Higher-gloss finishes are usually easier to wipe clean, but they also show more light reflection and can make KM5244-2 Dirty Blonde read differently than a flatter finish.
The color reference does not define the sheen, so you need to pick the finish that fits the project. If the item needs to coordinate with an existing coated surface, the sheen choice can be as important as the color match itself.
Before ordering, confirm the exact color reference, the MyPerfectColor product type, the sheen, and the quantity you need. KM5244-2 Dirty Blonde identifies the color target, but it does not by itself tell you the right format or finish for your project.
Custom-made color matches should be chosen carefully because they are made to order. If the wrong product type or sheen is selected, it can create a mismatch even if the color reference is correct. Custom color orders are not returnable or refundable, so it is worth checking the details before you buy.
Coverage depends on the size of the item, surface texture, hiding power, application method, and how many coats are needed. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat. Other paints typically cover between 400 and 600 square feet, but the exact amount depends on the product and the surface.
For KM5244-2 Dirty Blonde, rough or porous surfaces usually need more paint than smooth surfaces, and darker or uneven substrates can require additional coats to cover evenly. If you are coating several parts or want a uniform result across multiple pieces, plan extra material instead of ordering only the bare minimum.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Kelly Moore KM5244-2 Dirty Blonde 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 Kelly Moore KM5244-2 Dirty Blonde 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 Kelly Moore KM5244-2 Dirty Blonde 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.