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MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Valspar T700 Architect is a muted, medium-dark gray with a restrained olive-green undertone. It reads quiet rather than bright, with low chroma and enough depth to look grounded on small parts and architectural details.
This color can work well on spray-painted items that need a subdued, coordinated look without drawing attention to the part itself. Common uses include HVAC vents, switch plates, speaker grilles, brackets, shelf supports, railings, mailboxes, shutters, hardware, and small furniture accents. It also suits PVC trim pieces, access panels, and other removable components where a spray finish is easier to apply evenly than a brush.
Because the color is relatively dark and muted, surface prep and finish choice still matter. The final read can shift with sheen, substrate, and film build, and thin coverage may leave lighter or warmer areas showing through. On textured or patched surfaces, the low-chroma color can make differences in texture and coverage more noticeable, so even application is important.
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The Valspar Corporation is a manufacturer of paint and coatings based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Valspar was founded in 1806 as a paint dealership in Boston, Massachusetts. The Valspar name emerged in 1903 as the name of a clear varnish and became the company name in 1932. Sherwin-Williams acquired Valspar in June 2017.
MyPerfectColor is able to match all of the Valspar paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Valspar T700 Architect by matching the original Valspar color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor does not use Valspar paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Valspar T700 Architect and may not match Valspar Color standards. Refer to Valspar Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Valspar T700 Architect. 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 the 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 T700 Architect from a physical swatch, an existing painted part, or another known original color reference from Valspar rather than from a phone or monitor image alone. Screens can shift the appearance of the color, and MyPerfectColor matches to the selected brand color reference, not to an on-screen version of it.
If you are matching a part that already exists, verify that T700 Architect is still the target color and not an older finish, a weathered surface, or a nearby color that only looks similar.
Start by cleaning the surface so it is free of dirt, dust, oil, wax, and loose coating. If the surface is slick or already painted, light scuffing may help the new coating grab better, and masking can help keep edges clean.
For best results, test the MyPerfectColor match of T700 Architect on the actual surface first, especially on plastic, metal, or a previously coated item. Proper prep matters because the same color can look different if the substrate is uneven, glossy, or contaminated.
Choose the sheen based on how the item will be used and how much reflectivity you want, since gloss level affects both durability and how T700 Architect reads on the finished surface. A higher sheen usually cleans more easily and reflects more light, while a lower sheen reduces shine but may show less surface reflection.
If you are trying to coordinate with an existing coated part, match the sheen as closely as possible. The same T700 Architect color can look noticeably different in matte, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss finishes.
The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor product and chemistry, not to the T700 Architect color name by itself. If you need the safety information for the product you are ordering, use the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page.
MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets can be found here: https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm
Custom-made color matches are not returnable or refundable, so confirm T700 Architect, the MyPerfectColor product format, the sheen, and the quantity before placing the order. That is especially important when the color must coordinate with an existing part or a specific brand reference.
If you are unsure about the target, verify the original T700 Architect reference first and then choose the product that fits your project. Ordering carefully helps avoid a mismatch that cannot be returned.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Valspar T700 Architect 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 hundreds of color books in its archive, including the original Valspar paint color books. The color Valspar T700 Architect you are looking for is in our library. We are able to make paint and verify that it matches the original.
Please note that if you are trying to touch up, the paint on your wall now is likely different than it was when first painted. MyPerfectColor will be sending the original color which may no longer match your walls. Learn more about color matching accuracy and our color matching service.
While we can provide Valspar T700 Architect 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.