Match of Sherwin Williams™ 42178 *

No. The color reference for Sherwin Williams 42178 stays the same, but the finish can change how the coated surface reads after application. Matte usually reflects less light, while gloss reflects more, so the same matched color can look deeper or lighter depending on sheen.

If you are ordering for a part that must sit next to an existing painted surface, use the finish that best matches the surrounding item. The code alone does not define sheen, so finish is a separate ordering choice.

The SDS is tied to the specific MyPerfectColor product and chemistry, not to the Sherwin Williams 42178 color name alone. To find it, use the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the product you are ordering.

If you are comparing formats, check the SDS for the exact paint type you plan to buy, since spray paint and other product forms can have different safety information.

Yes. A match of Sherwin Williams 42178 is a practical choice for small objects and accessories where spray application is easier than brushing. It is commonly used for items such as baskets, frames, shelving, brackets, hardware, and decor pieces.

For these projects, the main decision is whether the part can be prepped well enough for spray application and whether the finish you order should match nearby pieces. If the item is removable, spray paint is often the simplest way to coat it evenly.

Yes, but plastics vary a lot, so results depend on the specific material and prep. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, but a test on the actual part is the safest way to confirm adhesion.

Using the MyPerfectColor primer for acrylic enamel can help improve adhesion on difficult substrates. Clean the part first, use the primer if needed, and verify the result on an inconspicuous area before coating the full item.

Confirm Sherwin Williams 42178 from a physical swatch, known existing painted sample, or another reliable original-brand reference before you order. Do not rely on a screen view alone, since monitor settings can change how the color appears.

MyPerfectColor matches to the original brand color standard, so the most important step is making sure the target reference is correct before placing the order.

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams 42178 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.

Learn more about our color matching service.

To make spray paint matched to Sherwin Williams 42178. 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 42178, 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.