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A match of Benjamin Moore 006 Picante is a warm, medium-depth red with a clear coral and orange cast. The color reads saturated rather than muted, and its 27.7 LRV puts it on the deeper side of the midrange without pushing into a near-brown red.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected Benjamin Moore color can be useful on mailboxes, shutters, railings, brackets, switch covers, vent grilles, speaker grilles, and small furniture accents where a strong red-orange part needs to stay consistent. It also works well for PVC trim pieces, access panels, hardware, and other removable components made from metal, plastic, or previously coated surfaces after proper preparation.

Because this is a saturated color, coverage may build more slowly than with a quieter neutral, especially over dark, uneven, or patched substrates. Finish, film thickness, and surface texture can all change how vivid and deep the color appears, so a careful test application is useful on plastics and previously finished parts before full use.

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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 006 Picante.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Benjamin Moore™ 006 Picante *

Can I use MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 006 Picante on plastic parts?

Yes, but plastics vary a lot, so 006 Picante should be tested on the actual part before you paint the full item. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, and using the MyPerfectColor primer for acrylic enamel can help improve adhesion when the surface is difficult.

If the plastic is slick, flexible, or unknown, clean it first and test a small hidden area or sample piece before committing to the whole project.

How do I confirm that 006 Picante is the right Benjamin Moore color before ordering a match?

Confirm 006 Picante from a physical swatch, an original brand color reference, or another known existing sample rather than from a screen image alone. Screens can shift color, so the best order decision comes from a real reference you can compare directly.

MyPerfectColor makes a match of 006 Picante based on the original brand color standard, so verifying the target color before you order helps avoid choosing the wrong match.

What should I check before placing a custom order for 006 Picante?

Before ordering 006 Picante, confirm the color reference, the MyPerfectColor product format, the sheen, and the quantity you need. For Benjamin Moore colors, MyPerfectColor does not offer interior or exterior house paint product options, so make sure you are selecting the non-housepaint format that fits your project.

Custom-made color matches are not returnable or refundable, so it is important to verify the exact 006 Picante reference and order details before checkout.

How long does 006 Picante custom spray paint take to dry before I recoat or handle it?

For 006 Picante in spray paint, dry-to-touch happens within minutes, but recoat timing and full curing are different stages. You should plan to recoat in about 1 to 2 hours, and allow about 2 weeks for full cure.

If you need to handle the part between coats, do so carefully and only after the paint has flashed off enough that you do not disturb the film.

What prep should I do before spraying 006 Picante over metal or an existing coating?

Before applying 006 Picante to metal or a previously coated surface, clean off dirt, grease, and contamination, then scuff the surface so the new coating can grip better. If there is rust, loose paint, or failing finish, remove those problem areas first.

The condition of the old coating, plus its gloss and texture, can change how 006 Picante looks after spraying. A test application is a good idea when the item will sit next to other painted parts or when the existing finish is not uniform.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Benjamin Moore 006 Picante?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Benjamin Moore 006 Picante 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 are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Benjamin Moore 006 Picante?
The RGB values for Benjamin Moore 006 Picante are 227, 108, 90 and the HEX code is #E36C5A. The LRV for Benjamin Moore 006 Picante is 27.70. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What is spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore 006 Picante 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 006 Picante 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 006 Picante?

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 006 Picante locally?
You would have to ask around locally. MyPerfectColor can make and ship the Benjamin Moore 006 Picante 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 006 Picante to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Benjamin Moore 006 Picante 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.