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Match of Sherwin Williams™ HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea *

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A match of Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea reads as a deep yellow-green with an earthy olive bias. It has noticeable warmth from the yellow side, but the green component keeps it from reading brown or mustard. With an LRV around 25, it sits in the darker range and tends to look grounded rather than bright.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be practical on shutters, railings, mailbox posts, vent covers, switch plates, speaker grilles, brackets, and metal or plastic hardware where a yellow-green finish is wanted on a smaller part. It can also work on frames, shelving, baskets, and trim pieces when you need a repeatable match on a removable item or accessory.

Because this is a deeper, fairly strong yellow-green, surface prep and the color of the base material can affect the final read. Dark or uneven substrates may need additional coats for even coverage, and sheen can shift the look slightly, with glossier finishes often making the yellow side read clearer and flatter finishes pushing it more olive. On exterior parts, wear and weather can gradually soften the color's intensity.

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About Sherwin-Williams

The SHERWIN-WILLIAMS COMPANY was founded by Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams in 1866. Today, the company is a global leader in the development, manufacture and sale of coatings and related products.

Matching Sherwin-Williams Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor matches all of the Sherwin-Williams paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Sherwin-Williams color by matching the original Sherwin-Williams color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Sherwin-Williams paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Sherwin-Williams Color and may not match Sherwin-Williams Color standards. Refer to Sherwin-Williams Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Sherwin-Williams 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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Sherwin Williams™ HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea *

How do I confirm I am ordering the right match of Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea?

Confirm the target color from a physical Sherwin Williams swatch or another known existing color reference before you order. Screen images can shift with lighting and device settings, so they are not a reliable approval method.

MyPerfectColor makes a custom match to the selected brand color reference, not the original Sherwin Williams paint product, so verifying the reference first helps avoid ordering the wrong match.

How does finish affect the look of HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea after it is painted?

Finish changes how much light the coated surface reflects, which changes how the color reads after application. Even when the color match is correct, the same HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea match can look different in matte, satin, or gloss because of the sheen.

If you are coating a part that needs to coordinate with an existing item, treat finish as part of the match decision, not just the color name.

Can MyPerfectColor spray paint in HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea be used on plastic parts?

Yes, it can be used on many plastic parts, but plastics vary widely and some are harder to bond to than others. Testing on the actual material is the safest way to confirm adhesion before you coat the full item.

If the plastic is difficult to paint, surface prep matters and MyPerfectColor primer for acrylic enamel can help improve adhesion. Use the test piece to check both adhesion and final appearance before you commit to the full project.

Is HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea available as spray paint for small parts like switch covers or vents?

Yes. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea is practical for small or removable parts where a smooth sprayed finish is easier than brushing.

It is commonly used for switch covers, knobs, vents, speaker grilles, brackets, trim pieces, and similar items that need a repeatable color match on the finished part.

How do I choose a sheen for HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea when ordering?

Choose sheen based on how the item will be used, how often it needs cleaning, and how much reflectivity you want on the finished surface. Higher sheen usually reflects more light and can make the match read differently, while lower sheen reduces reflection but may not clean as easily.

If you are matching an existing painted part, try to match its sheen as well as the HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea color reference so the result is closer to the target appearance.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea 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 Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea?
The RGB values for Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea are 154, 139, 31 and the HEX code is #9A8B1F. The LRV for Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea is 25.44. 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 the Hue Angle and Chroma for Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea?
The Hue Angle for Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea is 96.06 and the chroma is 55.25. The Hue Angle represents the position of a color's hue around a color wheel. The Chromacity represents the intensity of a hue. Learn more about browsing colors by hue.
Which paint matching the Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea would be best for interior walls?
MyPerfectColor doesn't sell Sherwin Williams, but it does match the Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea in a wide variety of paint types. The best paint for interior walls is typically a matte or eggshell. Flat paint is most often used for ceilings and semi-gloss paint is used for trim. If it is a commercial or industrial application, you may have other considerations such as chemical resistance. Custom spray paint can be used for in wall speakers, railings, HVAC vents, electrical cabinets and anything else needing a professional spray smooth finish. Contact MyPerfectColor support if you have specific questions about the best paint to use for your project.
How can MyPerfectColor match the Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea 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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How much area will one spray can cover? And what is Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea spray paint made of?

To make spray paint matched to Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea. MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint 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 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge how much spray you'll need as it is highly dependent on how it is applied. It is better to have too much than run short.

How do I find the same color as the Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea in a different company?

While MyPerfectColor can provide paint matched to the Sherwin Williams HGSW1231 Aloe & Green Tea, we don't provide any crossover information because this is a subjective determination. Every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another company's color collection, so determining which color is the best approximation is a judgement call.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Related Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the company 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.