Match of Sherwin Williams™ HGSW3252 Fresh Balsam *

Yes, but the surface condition matters. For metal or an existing coating, clean off dirt, grease, wax, and other contamination first. If the old finish is glossy, scuff it so the new coating has a better chance to adhere. Remove rust, loose paint, and any failing coating before painting.

Keep in mind that the condition of the old surface can affect how a match of HGSW3252 Fresh Balsam looks after application. Gloss, texture, and wear on the substrate can change the final appearance even when the color match itself is correct.

Lighting can change how HGSW3252 Fresh Balsam reads on the finished item, even when the match is correct. Warm and cool light, indoor and outdoor placement, and the surfaces around the item can all make the color appear slightly different.

Sheen and substrate also matter. A smoother or glossier finish reflects more light, while a flatter finish reduces reflection. If the item will be viewed in a specific location, the safest approach is to judge the match in that final setting before coating the whole part.

The Safety Data Sheet is tied to the MyPerfectColor product and its chemistry, not to the color name alone. If you need the SDS for HGSW3252 Fresh Balsam in a specific MyPerfectColor format, check the Safety Data Sheets page for that product type.

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

The right sheen depends on the item and how it will be used. Lower sheen finishes usually reduce glare and can help hide minor texture or surface variation. Higher sheen finishes are generally easier to wipe clean, but they also reflect more light and can make substrate flaws or prep issues more visible.

If you are matching an existing painted part, use the same sheen or the closest practical sheen when possible. The color reference for HGSW3252 Fresh Balsam does not define sheen by itself, so finish selection is a separate ordering decision.

Yes. A MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to HGSW3252 Fresh Balsam is practical for baskets, frames, shelving, furniture accents, decor pieces, and similar small projects where spray application is easier than brushing.

For best results, start with a clean surface and use the right prep for the material. Smooth or slick items may need scuffing and primer, while porous or previously coated items may need different preparation. The color match is only one part of the project; surface prep and the base material affect the final result.

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams HGSW3252 Fresh Balsam 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 HGSW3252 Fresh Balsam. 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 HGSW3252 Fresh Balsam, 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.