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A match of Sherwin Williams 42210 is a very dark reddish-brown with a warm undertone and a restrained metallic character. It reads as a deep brown first, with the red showing more clearly in stronger light. The low LRV gives it a near-black depth, while the warm bias keeps it from reading cool.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be used on hardware, brackets, vent covers, speaker grilles, mailboxes, railings, switch plates, shelf supports, and trim pieces where a dark brown-red finish needs to be carried onto metal, plastic, wood, or previously coated parts. It also works for removable equipment panels, decorative accents, and other small components that need a consistent match across mixed materials.
Because the color is dark and relatively muted, the surface prep and finish you choose will affect the final read. Smooth substrates usually show a cleaner, deeper result, while scratches, texture, or uneven build can break up the color and make sheen differences more visible. On metallic or glossy parts, the appearance may shift with angle and light, so even coverage matters.
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The SHERWIN-WILLIAMS COMPANY was founded by Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams in 1866. Today, the company is a global leader in the development, manufacture and sale of coatings and related products.
MyPerfectColor matches all of the Sherwin-Williams paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Sherwin-Williams color by matching the original Sherwin-Williams color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Sherwin-Williams paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Sherwin-Williams Color and may not match Sherwin-Williams Color standards. Refer to Sherwin-Williams Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Sherwin-Williams color. 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 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.
Use light, even coats and keep the can moving at a consistent distance from the part. Overlap each pass slightly so the color builds evenly instead of piling up in one spot. Heavy wet coats can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy look, especially on small parts or metallic finishes.
Let each coat flash off or dry according to the product directions before applying the next coat. If the part has edges, recesses, or curves, it is better to build color with several thin coats than try to cover it in one pass.
The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor product and chemistry you order, not to the Sherwin Williams 42210 color name alone. That means the SDS can vary by product format, such as spray paint or another MyPerfectColor paint format.
Check the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets for the exact product you plan to buy. If you need compliance information for a specific order, use the SDS for that ordered product rather than assuming the color reference by itself is enough.
A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but actual coverage depends on the surface size, texture, hiding power, spray method, and how many coats are needed. Dark, rough, or highly detailed surfaces can use more paint than a smooth, light-colored part.
For Sherwin Williams 42210, plan your quantity around the total square footage of the project and allow extra for test spray, edge loss, and second coats. If you are using another MyPerfectColor paint format, coverage is usually much higher, often in the 400 to 600 square foot range depending on the product and surface.
Plastic surfaces vary a lot, so the safest approach is to test the actual material first. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, but adhesion can still depend on the exact plastic type, surface condition, and how well it was cleaned and prepared.
To improve adhesion, use the MyPerfectColor primer made for Acrylic Enamel before painting. That is especially helpful on slick or difficult plastics, and it can reduce the risk of peeling or poor bonding after the Sherwin Williams 42210 match is applied.
Yes. A MyPerfectColor custom spray paint match of Sherwin Williams 42210 is a practical option for small parts like switch covers, vents, speaker grilles, brackets, knobs, trim pieces, and similar items where a smooth spray finish is important.
It works best on parts that can be removed, cleaned, and sprayed evenly from multiple angles. Use light coats and follow the product dry-time instructions so the finish builds smoothly without runs or heavy buildup on edges and details.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams 42210 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.
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To make spray paint matched to Sherwin Williams 42210. 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 42210, 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.