Match of Valspar™ V161 Friendly Ghost *

Yes, the same MyPerfectColor match of Valspar V161 Friendly Ghost can read differently in matte, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss because sheen changes how much light reflects off the surface. The color reference is still V161 Friendly Ghost, but the finished part may look lighter, deeper, or more reflective depending on the finish you choose.

If you are matching an existing item, pick the sheen that best fits the part you are coating. A finish change can be enough to make two otherwise similar coatings look different next to each other.

Confirm Valspar V161 Friendly Ghost from a physical swatch, a painted sample, or another known original color reference rather than from a screen image alone. Screens can shift the color, so the code and name should be checked against a real reference before you order.

MyPerfectColor makes a match of V161 Friendly Ghost based on the selected brand color reference, so the best way to reduce ordering risk is to verify the target color first and then choose the format you need.

For metal or an existing coating, clean off dirt, oils, and other contamination first. If the surface is glossy, scuff it so the new coating can bond better, and address any rust or loose paint before applying the match of Valspar V161 Friendly Ghost.

The condition of the old coating can affect both adhesion and the final appearance. Even when the color match is correct, gloss, texture, and surface wear can make the finished item read differently than a fresh, uniform substrate.

Choose the finish for Valspar V161 Friendly Ghost based on how the part will be used and how much reflectivity you want. Glossy finishes are usually easier to clean and reflect more light, while flatter finishes reduce reflection and can make the color look less shiny.

The color code identifies the color target, but it does not define the sheen. If you need the item to coordinate with something already painted, match the finish as carefully as you match the color.

Estimate coverage by the size and texture of the item, the hiding power of the coating, your application method, and the number of coats you expect to apply. For spray paint, a typical can covers about 20 square feet with one coat. Other paints typically cover about 400 to 600 square feet, but real-world coverage can be lower on rough or porous surfaces.

If you are coating Valspar V161 Friendly Ghost over an uneven or absorbent surface, plan for extra material so you do not run short before you get even coverage.

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 V161 Friendly Ghost 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 V161 Friendly Ghost 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 V161 Friendly Ghost 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.