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A match of Sherwin Williams HGSW2391 Courtly Blue is a deep blue with a cool, slightly violet cast and a restrained, muted character. Its very low LRV means it reads dark on the surface, with a dense appearance rather than a bright or clear blue.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be used on exterior shutters, mailboxes, railings, downspouts, vent covers, switch plates, speaker grilles, brackets, and other small parts where a repeatable dark blue is needed. It also works well for metal or plastic hardware, shelves, frames, and equipment covers that need to carry the same color reference across removable pieces.
Because this color is quite dark, surface prep and finish consistency matter. Texture, primer color, and film build can change how deep the blue appears, and any sheen variation may be visible on smooth parts. On darker or uneven substrates, additional light coats may be needed for uniform coverage, especially on spray-painted plastics or coated metal.
Similar colors:
SW6538 Dignified
SW1532 Crowning Glory
SW1539 Cathedral Glass
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.
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.
Confirm HGSW2391 Courtly Blue from a physical swatch or a known existing color reference from Sherwin Williams, not from a screen image alone. Monitors, phones, and lighting can shift how the color looks.
MyPerfectColor makes a custom-matched paint to the selected brand color reference, so the safest order is the one based on the original target color you already trust. If you are matching an existing painted part, check the target under the lighting where the finished item will be used before placing the order.
The best finish for HGSW2391 Courtly Blue depends on the item, the amount of wear it will see, and how much reflectivity you want on the finished surface. A flatter finish usually hides surface texture better and reduces glare, while a glossier finish is often easier to clean and can be more durable on handled parts.
Keep in mind that gloss level changes how a match of HGSW2391 Courtly Blue reads on the finished piece, even when the color formula is the same. For vents, hardware, pipe, trim pieces, or removable fixtures, choose the finish that fits the surface preparation and the way the part will be used.
Primer needs depend on the substrate, its condition, and the product you are using with HGSW2391 Courtly Blue. Bare, porous, glossy, uneven, or repaired surfaces usually benefit from primer because it can improve adhesion and help the topcoat build more evenly.
As a rule of thumb, primer never hurts and can only help adhesion, but it is not always required. If you are painting PVC, metal, wood, or a previously coated item, check the prep guidance for the selected MyPerfectColor product and use a test area when the surface is unfamiliar.
For MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to HGSW2391 Courtly Blue, dry-to-touch, recoating, and full curing are different stages. Spray paint is typically dry to the touch within minutes, should usually be recoated in about 1 to 2 hours, and reaches full cure in about two weeks.
That matters if you are painting small parts like vents, switch covers, hardware, baskets, or fixtures, because the piece may look dry before it is ready for handling or stacking. If the item will be installed, moved, or assembled soon after painting, allow extra time for curing.
Coverage for HGSW2391 Courtly Blue depends on the surface size, texture, hiding power, application method, and the number of coats required. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but real-world coverage can be lower on rough, porous, or detailed parts.
For planning, total the square footage of the pieces you want to coat and then account for extra coats if the substrate is dark, uneven, or difficult to cover evenly. If you are painting multiple parts such as pipe, vents, railings, or trim pieces, it is usually better to estimate by total surface area than by the number of objects.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams HGSW2391 Courtly Blue 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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To make spray paint matched to Sherwin Williams HGSW2391 Courtly Blue. 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.
While MyPerfectColor can provide paint matched to the Sherwin Williams HGSW2391 Courtly Blue, 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.