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Match of Benjamin Moore™ 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin *
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A match of Benjamin Moore 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin is a warm, muted orange with a softened earthy undertone. It reads less bright than a clear orange and less brown than a terra-cotta, with a mid-depth character that can feel more grounded than vivid.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be useful on small parts and accessories where a warm orange tone needs to be carried onto a separate surface. It is a practical fit for brackets, frames, switch covers, vent grilles, shelving supports, hardware, mailboxes, railings, shutters, and decorative metal or plastic components that are easier to coat evenly by spray than by brush.
Because this is a warmer color, coverage can vary with the substrate and the color underneath it. Dark, uneven, or high-contrast surfaces may need additional coats for even build, and finish selection can change how warm and earthy the color reads. On worn or textured parts, spray pattern and film thickness can also affect the final appearance, and exterior exposure may make gradual fading or dulling more noticeable over time.
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About Benjamin Moore Paints
Benjamin Moore has set the standard for excellence with their large selection of authentic colors such as the Benjamin Moore 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Benjamin Moore™ 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin *
Where can I find the SDS for 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin by Benjamin Moore when ordering MyPerfectColor paint?
The Safety Data Sheet is tied to the MyPerfectColor product and its chemistry, not to the Benjamin Moore color name alone. For 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin, you can find MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets here: https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm.
If you are checking safety or handling information before ordering, use the SDS for the specific MyPerfectColor product format you plan to buy.
Can 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin be ordered as MyPerfectColor custom spray paint for switch covers, knobs, vents, or speaker grilles?
Yes. A match of Benjamin Moore 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin can be matched by MyPerfectColor in custom spray paint for small parts such as switch covers, knobs, vents, speaker grilles, brackets, trim pieces, and similar items where a smooth sprayed finish is useful.
For the best result, make sure the part is clean, dry, and ready for paint before spraying. If the item is a difficult substrate or already coated, a test on the actual part is a good way to confirm adhesion and appearance before you commit to the full piece.
What should I expect for dry time and recoating with 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin MyPerfectColor spray paint?
With 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin in MyPerfectColor spray paint, dry-to-touch time is typically within minutes, recoating is usually best after 1 to 2 hours, and full curing takes about two weeks.
Those are different stages. A coat may feel dry before it is ready for another coat, and it may be ready to handle before it has fully cured. If the part will be handled often or put back into service quickly, plan around the full cure time for the most reliable result.
How should I prep metal or an existing coating before spraying 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin?
Before applying 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin, clean the surface thoroughly and remove dust, oil, wax, and other contamination. On metal, scuffing a glossy surface and dealing with rust or loose material first can improve how the coating bonds and looks.
If you are painting over an existing coating, the condition of that old finish matters. Gloss, texture, and wear can all affect the final appearance of the new MyPerfectColor match, especially if the new paint is next to areas with a different age or sheen.
Will 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin MyPerfectColor spray paint stick to plastic or other hard-to-coat surfaces?
Plastics vary a lot, so 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin should be tested on the actual material whenever possible. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, but low-energy surfaces and unknown plastics can behave differently depending on the exact part.
Using the MyPerfectColor primer can improve adhesion on challenging surfaces. For the most reliable result, clean the part, confirm the substrate type if you can, and test a small area before painting the full item.
How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Benjamin Moore 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Benjamin Moore 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin 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 is spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin made of? And how much area will one can cover?
MyPerfectColor spray paint is a fast-drying durable acrylic enamel coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin 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 can 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.
Is Benjamin Moore Paint used to make Benjamin Moore 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin?
No, MyPerfectColor uses a combination of proprietary ingredients to make interior and exterior housepaints, its own line of custom spray paint, and other acrylic enamel based products.
Can I buy Benjamin Moore 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin locally?
You would have to ask around locally. MyPerfectColor can make and ship the Benjamin Moore 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin in a variety of paint types, but we are not able to comment on what other suppliers can provide. MyPerfectColor is not just working off a formula in a database - we compare every batch against the original color to verify the color accuracy. MyPerfectColor has extensive color matching capabilities and more than ten times the number of pigments available to a typical paint store.
How do I convert Benjamin Moore 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin to a different color from another paint company?
While we can provide Benjamin Moore 2166-40 Soft Pumpkin 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.
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Color Type:
Standard
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Standard
Match Source:
Brochure/swatch book
Match Type:
Physical match
Textured:
No
Source on hand:
Yes
Color Category:
Paint
